Commercial Finance Manager

COREcruitment; Northampton; Hybrid; GBP 68,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent facilities management provider is seeking a Commercial Finance Manager to lead bid strategy and cost modelling for technical service tenders. This role involves creating robust financial models to support operational delivery and competitive pricing. The ideal candidate has proven experience in financial modelling, strong analytical skills, and is a qualified accountant. The position offers a hybrid working environment in Northampton with a salary of 80k.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in financial modelling within facilities management.
• Knowledge of FM standards including SFG20 and NEC contract structures.
• Ability to assess lifecycle and cost-benefit scenarios.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain complex financial models for bids.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure accuracy of financial inputs.
• Prepare commercial commentary and cost justifications for bids.

Skills

Financial modelling

Pricing strategy

Analytical skills

Commercial acumen

Excel proficiency

Education

Qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, or ACA)

Engineering or FM-related qualification

Tools

Power BI

Job description

Overview

Commercial Finance Manager, Facility Management, Midlands, Hybrid, 80k

Role Overview

We have partnered with a growing provider in facilities management as they are on the lookout for a Commercial Finance Manager to lead bid strategy and cost modelling for technical service tenders. The role requires creating robust financial models that support operational delivery, commercial decision-making, and competitive pricing across diverse portfolios.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain complex financial models for hard FM and total FM bids, integrating lifecycle costing, risk assessment, and value-for-money analysis.
• Translate technical engineering, maintenance, and cleaning solutions into accurate, costed proposals aligned with contracting standards.
• Interpret asset registers, maintenance schedules, and service level agreements to model cost implications and operational performance.
• Collaborate with engineering, procurement, and operational teams to validate assumptions and ensure accuracy of financial inputs.
• Support the pricing, forecasting, and financial governance of bids through detailed scenario and sensitivity analysis.
• Prepare commercial commentary and cost justifications for bids, presenting clear narratives that meet client and internal approval standards.
• Develop and maintain a transparent risk register, quantifying financial impacts related to TUPE, pensions, and mobilisation contingencies.
• Contribute to financial planning beyond bids, including business case modelling, benchmarking, and continuous improvement of financial tools.
• Recommend commercially creative solutions such as condition-based maintenance or alternative service strategies to optimise value and competitiveness.

Person Profile

• Proven experience in financial modelling, pricing, or bid finance within facilities management, engineering, or technical services.
• Strong Excel and analytical skills; experience with financial modelling tools (Power BI an advantage).
• Knowledge of FM standards including SFG20, CIBSE Guide M, BICSc, and familiarity with NEC contract structures.
• Commercial acumen and ability to assess lifecycle, risk, and cost-benefit scenarios.
• Qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, or ACA) or equivalent experience; engineering or FM-related qualification advantageous.