Senior Commercial Financial Accountant

Westcoast Limited; Reading; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth opportunities

Generous benefits package

Wellbeing support

Community & connection

Job summary

Westcoast Limited is seeking an ambitious qualified accountant to become a trusted business partner to senior operational and commercial stakeholders. You will own a dedicated pillar, delivering strategic financial guidance to drive profitable growth and lead forecasting and budgeting.

Responsibilities include partnering with Finance, Sales, Product and Operations, challenging assumptions, and driving improvements through automation and AI while developing the Finance function and mentoring

Qualifications

• Qualified Accountant with ACA/ACCA/CIMA designation.
• Strong commercial finance, FP&A or business partnering experience.
• Experience budgeting, forecasting and financial modelling.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Partner with senior stakeholders to drive profitability and working capital.
• Lead monthly forecasting, budgeting and long-range planning.
• Analyse revenue, margins and operating costs with actionable insights.
• Develop management information and reporting for leadership.
• Identify process improvements using automation and AI.

Skills

FP&A experience

Stakeholder management

Analytical thinking

Commercial acumen

Problem solving

Variance analysis

Decision support

Strategic thinking

Budgeting & forecasting

Advanced Excel

Education

ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualification

Tools

Excel

Financial systems

Job description

At Westcoast, we take pride in distributing some of the most renowned global IT brands to resellers, retailers, and organizations across the UK and beyond. As an innovative and inclusive company, we thrive on teamwork and the diverse talents of our people. We invite you to turn your passion into a rewarding career with us!

The Job Role

This role is ideal for an ambitious qualified accountant looking to become a trusted business partner to senior operational and commercial stakeholders. Initially supporting a portfolio of business activities, the successful candidate will ultimately take ownership of a dedicated business pillar, providing insight, challenge and strategic financial guidance to drive profitable growth.

The position requires a blend of analytical excellence, commercial acumen and strong stakeholder management skills. The successful individual will identify opportunities for process improvement, leverage emerging AI and automation technologies, and contribute to the ongoing evolution of the Finance function.

This role offers a clear development pathway towards leadership and management responsibilities within the Commercial Finance team.

Your Day-to-Day Responsibilities Will Include:

Business Partnering

• Develop strong relationships across Finance, Sales, Product Management, and Operations teams.
• Act as a trusted finance partner to senior operational and commercial stakeholders.
• Challenge assumptions and identify opportunities to improve profitability, margin and working capital.
• Produce meaningful management information and performance reporting.
• Analyse revenue, gross profit, margins, rebate performance and operating costs.
• Deliver variance analysis and actionable recommendations to support business performance.
• Lead monthly forecasting, annual budgeting and long-range planning processes

Commercial Finance

• Support pricing, investment and strategic decision-making.
• Review and interpret vendor rebate agreements and commercial funding structures.
• Assess financial risks and opportunities associated with commercial initiatives.
• Identify opportunities to improve finance processes and drive efficiencies through automation and AI technologies.
• Work closely with wider Finance and Data teams to enhance reporting capabilities.
• Champion innovation and best practice within the Commercial Finance function.

Leadership & Development

• Support and mentor junior members of the Finance team.
• Act as a role model for professional standards and continuous improvement.
• Contribute to developing future ways of working within the department.
• Build leadership capability with a view to progressing into a people management role.

Is this the role for you?

To be successful in this role you will have some of the following skills and experience and the desire to develop in other areas:

• Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA).
• Strong commercial finance, FP&A or business partnering experience. Commercially curious with strong business acumen.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience of budgeting, forecasting and financial modelling.
• Confident communicator with excellent presentation skills. Proven ability to influence non-financial stakeholders.
• Advanced Excel and financial systems experience.
• Demonstrable experience identifying process improvements and driving change.
• Able to challenge constructively whilst maintaining strong relationships. Works collaboratively and team oriented.
• Resilient and comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment.

What’s in It for You?

This is a fantastic opportunity to immerse yourself in the IT industry, build lasting relationships, and grow with a Sunday Times Top Track 100 company.

• Growth Opportunities: We offer training and development opportunities to help you reach your full potential. Whether it’s funded apprenticeships, work-based studies, or professional qualifications, we’ve got you covered.
• Generous Benefits Package: Enjoy 25 days of holiday, employee referral bonuses, perks and discounts. (Theale only – New fully equipped gym available 24/7).
• Wellbeing Support: Access to Westcoast Wellbeing services including mental health counselling, virtual GP services, physiotherapy, life insurance, eye care schemes, and more.
• Community & Connection: Our teams enjoy social and charitable events throughout the year, fostering a strong sense of belonging.