Commercial Finance Manager

Commercial Finance Manager, leading a team of two to support sales organisation across the UK&I.

Being a natural communicator, with a strong ability to influence non-fincane, specifically sales teams in making sound financial decisions, aligning sales strategies with overall financial objectives. This involves strategic financial planning, analysis, and decision-making to support sales growth and profitability.

Key components of the role include:

• Team Management: Overseeing a team of two finance professionals, providing guidance, mentorship, and performance management. This includes setting goals, conducting performance reviews, and fostering a collaborative work environment.
• Strategic Influence: Working closely with sales leadership to influence strategic decisions, ensuring alignment between sales objectives and overall financial goals. This requires strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A): Developing and managing sales budgets, forecasts, and financial models. This includes analyzing sales performance, identifying trends, and providing insights to inform strategic decision-making. The role will likely involve variance analysis, identifying areas for improvement, and presenting findings to senior management.
• Sales Support: Providing financial guidance and support to the sales teams. This could involve pricing analysis, deal structuring, profitability analysis, and identifying opportunities to improve sales efficiency.
• Reporting & Communication: Preparing regular financial reports and presentations for senior management, highlighting key performance indicators (KPIs) and providing insights into sales performance.
• Compliance: Ensuring adherence to all relevant financial regulations and internal control.

You will be a qualified accountant, ideally with experience within the FMCG sector, and able to get West London.