Churchill Howard are recruiting for a Commercial Finance Manager on a 9/12 month fixed term basis with occasional travel to London. This role provides financial and commercial support to key stakeholders, helping drive strong decision-making, risk management, and business performance. You will play a key role in financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and operational analysis while ensuring effective stakeholder engagement.Key Responsibilities*Commercial & Financial Support*Partner with stakeholders (financial & non-financial) to support decision-making and manage *financial risks & opportunities.*Attend site and client meetings, focusing on revenue growth.*Provide financial analysis to support strategic business decisions.*Ensure accurate month-end processes, including journal entries and account closures.*Monitor and manage contract mechanisms, highlighting financial risks & opportunities.*Oversee working capital targets, improving cash flow and contract billing.Performance & Reporting*Prepare and analyse month-end reports, business reviews, client reports, budgets, and working capital analysis.*Conduct monthly balance sheet reviews, escalating risks/opportunities to senior stakeholders.*Drive working capital improvements through proactive debt management.*Support budgeting & forecasting, analysing variances and preparing presentations for senior leaders.*Track and challenge initiative delivery plans, ensuring operational teams meet targets.*Assist in client tenders, negotiations, and capital expenditure appraisals.*Promote a strong health & safety culture, reporting any incidents appropriately.People & Relationship Management*Work collaboratively within the finance team and across the business.*Build strong relationships with key stakeholders.*Support and mentor junior team members, aiding their development and enhancing commercial awareness.If you're a commercially focused finance professional looking to make an impact, apply today! Applicants of all ages and backgrounds with the relevant skills and experience are encouraged to apply. Churchill Howard acts in its capacity as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for temporary recruitment.
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Churchill Howard Limited
Posted a day ago, valid for 10 days
Birmingham, West Midlands B27 6QS, England
Full Time
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Sonic Summary
- Churchill Howard is seeking a Commercial Finance Manager for a 9 to 12 month fixed-term position with occasional travel to London.
- The role involves providing financial and commercial support to stakeholders, focusing on decision-making, risk management, and business performance.
- Candidates should have relevant experience in financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and operational analysis, with a salary of £60,000 to £70,000 per year.
- Key responsibilities include preparing month-end reports, managing working capital, and mentoring junior team members.
- The position is ideal for commercially focused finance professionals looking to make a significant impact within the organization.
