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Commercial Finance Business Partner

Manchester, Greater Manchester
remote
Permanent
70000 - 75000 GBP / Yearly
<h1> </h1>Commercial Finance Business Partner | Manchester | Paying up to £75k | 2 days office / 3 days home Robert Half is partnering with a growing financial services organisation to recruit a Commercial Finance Business Partner into a highly visible and commercially focused role.This opportunity offers significant exposure to senior leadership and the chance to play a key role in shaping commercial performance, strategic decision-making and long-term business planning.Working closely with commercial stakeholders, the successful candidate will act as a trusted finance partner, providing insight, challenge and support across customer opportunities, forecasting activities and strategic initiatives.<h2>Key Responsibilities</h2><ul data-spread="false"><li>Act as the primary finance contact for commercial and sales teams.</li><li>Review, analyse and challenge commercial proposals, ensuring opportunities are financially robust before approval.</li><li>Deliver meaningful insight and recommendations to senior stakeholders, including CFO-level audiences.</li><li>Lead forecasting activities, partnering closely with sales teams to understand performance drivers and future expectations.</li><li>Develop and maintain sophisticated financial models to support decision-making and business planning.</li><li>Support the development and execution of long-term strategic plans.</li><li>Provide financial analysis and commercial insight to support growth initiatives and investment decisions.</li><li>Partner with FP&A and regional analyst teams to deliver accurate reporting and forecasting outputs.</li><li>Contribute to strategic and ad-hoc projects across the business.</li></ul><h2>Candidate Profile</h2>The successful candidate will be a qualified finance professional with strong commercial acumen and the ability to influence decision-making through data-driven insight.Requirements include:<ul data-spread="false"><li>ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification.</li><li>Previous experience within Commercial Finance, FP&A or Finance Business Partnering roles.</li><li>Strong financial modelling and forecasting capability.</li><li>Advanced Excel skills are essential.</li><li>Experience using planning and forecasting tools such as Anaplan would be advantageous.</li><li>Ability to communicate effectively with both finance and non-finance stakeholders.</li><li>Experience operating within a commercially focused environment where revenue growth and customer performance are key business drivers.</li><li>Background within financial services, fintech, payments, banking or other regulated sectors would be beneficial.</li><li>Audit experience is welcomed but not essential.</li></ul><h2>What's on Offer</h2><ul data-spread="false"><li>Base salary of £70,000 - £75,000, with flexibility for exceptional candidates.</li><li>Annual bonus opportunity (circa 8%).</li><li>Long-term incentive opportunities.</li><li>Hybrid working arrangement.</li><li>25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.</li><li>Flexible working environment.</li><li>Competitive pension and wider benefits package.</li><li>Collaborative and supportive team culture with strong stakeholder exposure.</li></ul>This role represents an excellent opportunity for an ambitious finance professional seeking broader commercial involvement, greater strategic exposure and the opportunity to influence business performance within a growing organisation.Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/S2lyc3R5LldvcmRlbi42MTc4Ni4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-06-10T09:10:07Z

Commercial Finance Manager

Salford, Greater Manchester
remote
Permanent
75000 - 90000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half is partnering with a leading international consumer products business in the appointment of a Commercial Finance Manager. This is a rare opportunity to work as the key finance partner to the Managing Director, playing a critical role in shaping commercial strategy, driving profitability and influencing business performance across a growing and dynamic organisation.We're looking for an ambitious, commercially focused finance professional who thrives in a fast-paced product-led environment and enjoys being at the centre of business decision-making.<h2>The Opportunity</h2>Reporting directly to the Commercial Finance Director and partnering the MD, you will provide commercial insight, challenge and support across the business. You will help identify growth opportunities, improve profitability and ensure financial considerations are embedded in strategic and operational decision-making.This is far more than a traditional finance role. You will be a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, working closely with sales, operations, procurement and leadership teams to drive performance and deliver sustainable growth.<h2>Key Responsibilities</h2><ul data-spread="false"><li>Act as the principal finance business partner to the Managing Director and senior leadership team.</li><li>Deliver insightful financial analysis to support strategic and commercial decision-making.</li><li>Drive budgeting, forecasting and planning processes.</li><li>Analyse business performance, customer profitability and product margins.</li><li>Identify commercial opportunities and risks, recommending actions to improve results.</li><li>Support pricing strategies and margin enhancement initiatives.</li><li>Evaluate new business opportunities, products and commercial investments.</li><li>Develop and improve reporting, KPIs and management information.</li><li>Challenge and influence senior stakeholders to improve commercial outcomes.</li><li>Support the delivery of business growth plans and profitability targets.</li></ul><h2>About You</h2>To be successful in this role, you will bring a strong combination of financial expertise and commercial acumen.<h3>Essential Requirements</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) with experience in a product-based business is key. </li><li>Proven experience in a Commercial Finance Manager, Finance Business Partner or similar commercial finance role.</li><li>Strong understanding of product profitability, pricing and margin management.</li><li>Demonstrable commercial awareness with the ability to spot opportunities and drive value.</li><li>Confidence managing and influencing senior stakeholder relationships.</li><li>Excellent analytical, communication and presentation skills.</li><li>Ability to operate strategically while remaining hands-on when required.</li></ul><h2>What's on Offer?</h2><ul data-spread="false"><li>Significant exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision-making.</li><li>Opportunity to become the trusted finance partner to a Managing Director.</li><li>Broad commercial remit with genuine influence over business performance.</li><li>Hybrid working and competitive benefits package.</li></ul>If you are a commercially minded qualified accountant looking for a high-impact role where you can directly influence business growth and profitability, we'd love to hear from you. Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Q2F0aGVyaW5lLkhlbnJ5LjU0OTM3LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-06-04T09:34:11Z

Financial Controller

Cheadle, Greater Manchester
remote
Permanent
75000 - 85000 GBP / Yearly
Our client is a successful and growing international business operating within the retail and distribution sector. Due to continued growth and ambitious expansion plans, the business is seeking an experienced Financial Controller to take ownership of the finance function along with operational management and support the next phase of the company's development.This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified accountant who enjoys a hands-on role and wants to play a key part in a dynamic SME environment.Reporting directly to the leadership team, you will have responsibility for the day-to-day finance function while providing commercial and strategic support to the business. You will also possess strong operational and IT skills as this role will effectively manage the day to day office. Key responsibilities include:<ul><li>Preparation of monthly management accounts, budgets, forecasts, and cash flow reports</li><li>Managing bookkeeping, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and credit control</li><li>VAT returns, payroll oversight, and statutory compliance</li><li>Cash flow management and bank reconciliations</li><li>Liaising with external accountants and advisers on year-end accounts and tax matters</li><li>Providing financial analysis and commercial insight to support decision-making</li><li>Reviewing and improving financial controls, processes, and reporting</li><li>Supporting the implementation of new systems and business improvements</li></ul> To be successful in this role, you will have:<ul><li>ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent qualification</li><li>Understanding of import/export</li><li>Previous experience in a Financial Controller or senior finance role within an SME</li><li>Strong accounting systems knowledge, ideally including Xero</li><li>Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical capability</li><li>A proactive, hands-on approach with the ability to work independently</li><li>Strong communication skills and commercial awareness</li></ul>Experience within wholesale, retail, distribution, import/export, or international trading environments would be advantageous.<ul><li>A broad and varied role with genuine autonomy</li><li>Direct exposure to senior decision-makers</li><li>Opportunity to influence business performance and future growth</li><li>Stable and growing business environment</li><li>Competitive salary and benefits package</li></ul>For a confidential discussion or to apply, please contact us today.Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Q2F0aGVyaW5lLkhlbnJ5LjY2MDI0LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-06-11T09:35:48Z