Commercial Finance Manager

Avery Healthcare Group; Northampton; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a talented Commercial Finance Manager to join their award-winning team. You will be pivotal in driving financial performance across care homes, preparing management accounts, and presenting financial insights to senior leadership. Ideal candidates will have a background in large businesses and strong leadership skills. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in a caring and supportive environment.

Benefits

Opportunities for career growth

Supportive team environment

Recognition and reward culture

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading budget and forecast processes.
• A background in large, complex businesses (ideally £100m+ turnover).
• Confidence to challenge and support operational teams.
• A track record of improving systems and processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation of full management accounts.
• Present financial performance to the CFO and senior leadership.
• Produce weekly reporting for Directors and Senior Managers.
• Manage VAT and CIS returns across the Group.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Leadership

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Financial systems proficiency

Job description

At Avery Healthcare, we believe in celebrating the people who make a real difference every single day. Our teams are the heart of our homes, and we’re here to support, develop, and empower you throughout your journey with us.

When you join Avery, you’re not just taking on a role—you’re becoming part of a community that values compassion, respect, and excellence. You’ll help shape the lives of our residents while growing your own career in a nurturing, forward-thinking environment.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We’re looking for a talented and driven Commercial Finance Manager to join our award-winning team. Reporting to the Head of Commercial Finance, you’ll be a key player in driving financial performance across our care homes, providing insight, leadership, and strategic support.

This is a high-impact role where your expertise will help shape decisions at the highest level, ensuring our homes continue to deliver outstanding care with financial sustainability.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the preparation of full management accounts, including P&L and balance sheet reconciliations for each care home.
• Present financial performance to the CFO and senior leadership.
• Produce weekly reporting for Directors and Senior Managers.
• Manage VAT and CIS returns across the Group.
• Drive the annual budgeting process, collaborating with Regional Managers and Operations Directors.
• Lead ad hoc projects—from process improvements to performance deep-dives.
• Contribute to strategic initiatives such as new home integrations and financial modelling.

ABOUT YOU

You’re not just a numbers person—you’re a strategic thinker, a proactive leader, and a collaborative partner. You’ll thrive in a fast-paced, multi-site environment and bring a passion for continuous improvement.

You’ll bring:

• Proven experience leading budget and forecast processes.
• A background in large, complex businesses (ideally £100m+ turnover).
• Confidence to challenge and support operational teams.
• A track record of improving systems and processes.
• Strong leadership, communication, and analytical skills.
• Excellent IT and financial systems proficiency.
• A commitment to our values: Caring, Supportive, Honest, Respectful, Accountable.

WHY AVERY

We’re proud to be one of the UK’s leading providers of luxury elderly care, with over 100 homes and a growing reputation for excellence. Our vision—“Creating meaningful lives together”—guides everything we do.

At Avery, you’ll find:

• A culture of respect, recognition, and reward.
• Opportunities for career growth and development.
• A supportive team that values your contribution.
• A workplace where you can truly make a difference.

ADDITIONAL INFO

• A DBS Disclosure will be required (paid for by Avery).
• You must have the right to work in the UK.

Ready to take the next step in your career with a company that cares as much about its people as its residents?

Apply now and become part of something meaningful.