Commercial Finance Manager, UK Retail Forecasting & Insight

JD GROUP; Bury; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK retailer is seeking a Commercial Finance Manager to manage budgeting, forecasting, and analysis for its operations. Candidates should be CIMA, ACCA, or ACA qualified accountants with a minimum of 2 years PQE experience, along with strong management skills. This role involves collaboration with retail teams on sales and payroll forecasting, as well as ensuring the integrity of financial reporting systems. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented and capable of working under pressure, while effectively influencing senior stakeholders.

Qualifications

• CIMA / ACCA / ACA Qualified Accountant with at least 2 years PQE experience.
• Demonstrated management experience in financial settings.
• Experience influencing senior stakeholders in both financial and non-financial contexts.

Responsibilities

• Conduct sales forecasting and budgeting in collaboration with Retail teams.
• Regularly analyze sales and payroll performance, providing insights.
• Ensure integrity and reporting of time and attendance systems.

Skills

CIMA / ACCA / ACA Qualified Accountant

Advanced Excel skills

Attention to detail

Management experience

Ability to work under pressure

Flexibility in adapting to change

Education

2 years PQE experience

Tools

TM1

Job description

A leading UK retailer is seeking a Commercial Finance Manager to manage budgeting, forecasting, and analysis for its operations. Candidates should be CIMA, ACCA, or ACA qualified accountants with a minimum of 2 years PQE experience, along with strong management skills. This role involves collaboration with retail teams on sales and payroll forecasting, as well as ensuring the integrity of financial reporting systems. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented and capable of working under pressure, while effectively influencing senior stakeholders.