Robert Walters
Are you a qualified finance professional with a passion for driving commercial success in a fast-paced environment? We're recruiting on behalf of a leading organisation for a Finance Business Partner to provide strategic financial support and act as a primary business partner to key business functions.
This role sits within the broader Finance Operations team, whose vision is to create value beyond the numbers. With goals focused on excellence, innovation, empowering decision-making through data, and rewarding growth, this is your chance to be part of a team that truly makes an impact.
Role overview:
As a Commercial Finance Manager, you'll work closely with senior leadership and functional heads to influence strategy and optimise investment decisions. Key responsibilities include:
- Strategic Business Partnering: Present actionable financial insights, shape business strategies, and drive revenue growth by optimising ROI.
- Commercial Decision Support: Evaluate financial viability of investments, manage governance frameworks, and enhance sales deduction efficiency.
- Financial Planning: Lead forecasting processes, develop financial models, and analyse variances to recommend actions.
- Driving Financial Performance: Track KPIs, mitigate risks, and collaborate with Product Management and Sales teams to achieve divisional objectives.
- Financial Management & Control: Ensure strong governance, manage balance sheets, and guide on structuring commercial models aligned with accounting standards.
Qualifications and experience:
- Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with 3-4 years post-qualification experience in industry.
- FMCG, telecoms or technology sector experience in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong ERP system knowledge (preferably SAP) and up-to-date understanding of international accounting standards.
- Exceptional communication skills to explain complex financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders.
- A proactive problem-solver who thrives under pressure and collaborates effectively across departments.
Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates
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