Commercial Finance Manager

About the Role
We are looking for a highly skilled Commercial Finance Manager to join our dynamic finance team. Reporting to the Head of Commercial Finance and Finance Director, you will take ownership of key areas of the P&L, including Operations. This is a pivotal role that partners closely with senior stakeholders to deliver actionable insights, drive efficiencies, and influence strategic decisions.
Key Responsibilities

• Act as the finance lead for the Operations team, supporting and challenging the Ops Director to optimise c£60m of spend.
• Analyse operational performance, identifying risks and opportunities to improve efficiency.
• Work with Customer, Finance, and Operations teams to maximise Postage & Packaging income and assess the impact of pricing mechanics.
• Lead budgeting and forecasting for Operations and contribute to the 3-year business plan.
• Support investment appraisals for capex and opex projects, ensuring robust cost-benefit analysis.
• Own key P&L lines and parts of the balance sheet, ensuring accurate reporting and variance analysis.
• Collaborate with the Data team to leverage analytics tools and enhance decision-making.
• Contribute to the finance systems roadmap and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Qualified accountant (CIMA/ACCA or equivalent) with 3+ years PQE.
• Strong background in commercial finance and business partnering.
• Proven experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial modelling.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence senior stakeholders.
• High attention to detail and strong analytical capability.
• Advanced knowledge of finance systems and data tools.

• Be part of a collaborative team that values integrity, accountability, and innovation.
• Opportunity to make a real impact on business performance and strategic direction.
• Competitive salary, benefits, and professional development support.