Commercial Finance Manager

SF Recruitment are working with a superb PE backed business on a high growth trajectory.
We are looking for a commercially minded and analytically strong Commercial Finance Manager to join the team.

This role will act as a key business partner, providing financial insight and challenge to drive performance and support strategic decision-making. The successful candidate will take ownership of P&L and balance sheet analysis, business case evaluation, cash flow forecasting, and valuations to ensure the business achieves its growth and profitability objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Manage strong oversight of the P&L and balance sheet, ensuring accuracy, insight, and accountability for performance.

Lead financial planning, forecasting, and cash flow modelling/projections, including scenario and sensitivity analysis.

Partner with senior business leaders to develop, challenge, and approve business cases for new initiatives, investments, and projects.

Conduct financial valuations and assess return on investment for strategic opportunities.

Deliver clear financial insights on revenue, margin, and cost drivers, linking them directly to business performance.

Provide actionable recommendations to improve profitability, efficiency, and capital allocation.

Present financial results and forward-looking analysis to senior management, boards, and investors.

Ensure strong financial governance, process improvement, and alignment with business strategy.

Requirements

Strong academic degree level background in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or a related field from a top tier University.

Professional qualification (ACA, CIMA, ACCA or equivalent).

Proven experience in commercial finance, FP&A, or corporate finance.

Advanced financial modelling and Excel skills, with strong valuation and forecasting expertise.

Demonstrated ability to link financial analysis to strategic and operational decisions.

Excellent communication and influencing skills, with the confidence to challenge senior stakeholders.

Commercially astute, detail-oriented, and proactive in driving performance improvements.

What our clients offers:

A high-impact role with visibility to senior leadership.

The opportunity to shape strategic decisions through financial insight.

Competitive salary, benefits, and professional development.

If this role is of interest and to discuss further, please apply today.

Please note, this role is based full time on site in Sutton Coldfield.