Strategic Commercial Finance Manager: Lead Bids & Growth

Cedar Recruitment; City Of London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organisation in London is seeking a Commercial Finance Manager to drive financial performance. You will be key in financial modelling, supporting bids, and providing critical analysis for major contracts. The ideal candidate is a qualified accountant with strong Excel skills and a knack for influencing decisions. This role offers a competitive salary, performance-related bonuses, and an excellent benefits package.

Benefits

Competitive salary + performance-related bonus

Excellent benefits package

Collaborative, supportive team culture

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
• Strong financial modelling and analysis skills (advanced Excel).
• Experience in contract tendering, bids, or project finance.
• Commercially astute, with the ability to influence at all levels.
• Leadership skills and experience developing people.

Responsibilities

• Leading financial modelling and analysis for contract tenders.
• Partnering with commercial and operational teams to develop competitive bids.
• Providing scenario planning, sensitivity analysis, and risk assessments.
• Monitoring contract performance and identifying opportunities to improve profitability.
• Preparing business cases and investment appraisals for key initiatives.
• Managing and developing a direct report.
• Driving improvements in financial processes and reporting.
• Acting as a trusted finance business partner across the organisation.

Job description

A leading organisation in London is seeking a Commercial Finance Manager to drive financial performance. You will be key in financial modelling, supporting bids, and providing critical analysis for major contracts. The ideal candidate is a qualified accountant with strong Excel skills and a knack for influencing decisions. This role offers a competitive salary, performance-related bonuses, and an excellent benefits package.