Commercial Finance Manager (Manufacturing)

TL;DR

Commercial Finance Manager (Manufacturing): Managing financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting for an industry-leading manufacturer with an accent on commercial analysis and business partnering. Focus on developing automated reports, optimizing margin and cost analysis, and enhancing financial controls.

Location: Malvern, UK. Initially office-based 5 days a week, transitioning to hybrid working (typically 1-2 days WFH).

Salary: £60,000 - £65,000 per annum

Company

An industry-leading manufacturer based in Malvern experiencing significant growth.

What you will do

• Produce financial reporting and variance analysis against budget, forecast, and historical performance.
• Develop automated reports and manage daily and monthly reporting cycles.
• Lead the full budgeting and forecasting process with budget holders.
• Act as a Finance Business Partner, providing insight, KPI tracking, and commercial analysis.
• Manage margin and cost analysis, including price/volume/mix performance.
• Own key finance master data within the ERP system and enhance financial controls.

Requirements

• Qualified or newly qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA).
• Experience in reporting for complex entities with knowledge of UK GAAP and US GAAP.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Confidence using ERP systems and tools such as Power BI.
• Effective communication skills and ability to engage cross-functional teams.

Culture & Benefits

• Opportunity to make a significant impact in a rapidly growing business.
• Transition to hybrid working arrangements following initial onboarding.
• Dedicated application and accessibility support for candidates.