Commercial Finance Manager

We’re delighted to have partnered with a well established and fast-moving organisation is seeking a hands-on and strategic Commercial Finance Manager to take ownership of core operational finance activities. This role offers a high level of autonomy and impact, managing cash flow, compliance, foreign exchange, and providing leadership across AP/AR teams. This one would typically suit someone who is looking to make the step up and has experience in leadership and management or someone in a similar role and keen on a new challenge.

Role: Commercial Finance Manager
Salary: £45,000 - £50,000
Office based (Full time)

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership & Process:

• Lead the Accounts Payable and Receivable functions, mentoring staff and streamlining performance
• Resolve queries and ensure timely, accurate processing across AP/AR
• Drive improvements to systems, controls, and reporting methods

Financial Operations & Compliance:

• Oversee bank reconciliations and compliance with bonded warehouse regulations
• Collate documentation and liaise with internal/external stakeholders to uphold regulatory requirements

Cash Flow & FX:

• Lead both short-term and long-term cash flow forecasting
• Own FX exposure management and develop appropriate mitigation strategies
• Ensure adequate liquidity and informed decision-making through financial insight

Forecasting & Strategy:

• Prepare accurate P&L forecasts, offering critical insight during budget planning cycles
• Support annual budget creation, collaborating cross-functionally
• Contribute to long-term financial modelling and strategic forecasting

Required Qualifications & Skills:

• Studying an accounting qualification (ACCA/CIMA) or Qualified by experience
• Must have recently been in a commercial role
• Proven experience in a finance management role with hands-on operational responsibilities
• Solid knowledge of cash flow, FX exposure and AP/AR leadership
• Strong systems acumen and advanced Excel skills
• Exceptional attention to detail, organisational strength, and problem-solving capabilities

If you feel like this opportunity matches your skillset then please apply and contact me on -