Head of Commercial Finance

Marks Sattin (UK) Ltd; Crewe; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Head of Commercial Finance to join their dynamic team in Crewe. This pivotal role involves leading budgeting, forecasting, and profit analysis for a rapidly growing business. The ideal candidate will be ACA/ACCA or CIMA qualified, possess advanced Excel skills, and have a knack for interpreting complex data to drive strategic decision-making. You will collaborate closely with senior management, present insights to non-financial stakeholders, and manage a small team. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are eager to contribute to profitability and cost-saving initiatives, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in a commercially focused role with strong analytical skills.
• Ability to present financial information to non-finance personnel.

Responsibilities

• Lead budgeting and forecasting processes for the business.
• Conduct profit and loss analysis and KPI assessments.
• Manage a small commercial finance team and present to senior management.

Skills

Commercial Finance

Data Interpretation

Advanced Excel

Relationship Management

Education

ACA/ACCA or CIMA Qualified

Tools

TM1

Tableau

Power BI

Hyperion

Job description

Role: Head of Commercial Finance

Location: Crewe

Salary: Up to £85,000 + car allowance

Marks Sattin are currently recruiting for a £600 million growing business in their search for a Head of Commercial Finance to work out of their Crewe office working on a hybrid model.

The successful candidate will need to be ACA/ACCA or CIMA qualified and have previous experience of working within a commercially focused role. An ability to interpret large volumes of data and deliver impactful insights is essential. Advanced Excel skills are crucial and any exposure to TM1, Tableau, Power BI or Hyperion would be a considerable benefit. The Head of Commercial Finance will need to be able to develop strong relationships throughout the business and present information to non-finance personnel. Previous management experience would also be desirable.

Key duties for the Head of Commercial Finance role will involve:

1. Budgeting and forecasting
2. Profit and loss analysis
3. KPI analysis
4. Review all business cases
5. Liaise with and present to senior management
6. Post investment reviews on strategic projects
7. Assist with acquisitions
8. Ad-hoc analysis
9. Management of a small commercial finance team

This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially minded individual who wants to work for a thriving business in a key role that will look at driving profitability, cost savings and strategic decision making. If you are keen to work for a dynamic, ever-changing business then please feel free to apply.

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