Senior Commercial Finance Manager

Young's Seafood; Malton; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Commercial Finance Manager to enhance profitability and strategic growth. This pivotal role involves collaborating with senior stakeholders to deliver actionable insights, manage inflation impacts, and drive performance across various segments. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in commercial finance, particularly within fast-paced environments, and will demonstrate strong analytical and communication skills. Join a company committed to innovation and sustainability, and play a key role in shaping financial strategies that support business objectives.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Company Bonus Scheme

Car Allowance

Competitive Contributory Pension

Online Benefits Hub

Healthcare

Life Assurance Scheme

Free Onsite Parking

Qualifications

• CIMA qualified preferred with extensive experience in commercial finance.
• Strong Excel skills and analytical capabilities are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide actionable analysis to guide the Commercial team on business planning.
• Manage the impact of inflation and improve margins through strategic pricing.

Skills

Commercial Finance

Excel Proficiency

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Collaboration

Organisational Skills

Education

CIMA Qualified

Tools

Excel

Job description

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The Role

Sofina Foods is looking for a passionate and results-driven Senior Commercial Finance Manager to join our team. This is an opportunity to play a pivotal role in a company that values innovation, quality, and sustainability at its core. You will work closely with senior stakeholders to drive profitability, enhance decision-making, and support strategic growth across our business.

Duties Include:

1. Provide actionable analysis and insights to guide the Commercial team on tenders, promotions, and business planning.
2. Partner with cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional performance and decision-making support.
3. Manage the impact of inflation by driving proactive solutions through the sales team.
4. Identify and execute opportunities to improve margins through strategic pricing and product development.
5. Evaluate new product ranges and promotional plans, delivering pre- and post-analysis insights.
6. Analyse raw material alternatives, advising on cost impacts and recommending best-use options.
7. Oversee customer margins for Retail, Foodservice, and Export segments, providing critical analysis and challenge.
8. Support product costing with "what-if" analysis and advise on optimal business actions.
9. Conduct scenario analyses and provide strategic recommendations to key stakeholders.
10. Contribute to continuous improvement projects by evaluating costing impacts and feasibility.

Skills & Experience Required:

1. Qualifications: CIMA qualified Preferred.
2. Experience: Extensive experience in commercial finance, ideally within FMCG or a similar fast-paced industry.
3. Technical Skills: Strong Excel proficiency (e.g., VLOOKUP, HLOOKUP, PivotTables).
4. Analytical Strengths: Strong problem-solving and analytical capabilities with a focus on delivering actionable insights.
5. Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to influence and hold stakeholders accountable.
6. Mindset: Constructive challenger with a proactive and solution-focused approach.
7. Personal Attributes: High integrity, attention to detail, and a drive for achievement and excellence.
8. Collaboration: Ability to work independently and effectively within a team structure.
9. Organisational Skills: Proven ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities in a dynamic environment.

The Benefits:

1. Competitive Salary
2. Company Bonus Scheme
3. Car Allowance
4. Competitive Contributory Pension
5. Online Benefits Hub
6. Healthcare
7. Life assurance scheme
8. Free onsite parking