Commercial Finance Business Partner
Department: Finance
Reports to: Head of Commercial Finance (Europe)
Based in Stoke-On-Trent with occasional travel to Woking
About the Role
We are seeking a commercially astute and forward-thinking Commercial Finance Business Partner to join our dynamic European finance team.
This pivotal role will support the Head of Commercial Finance (Europe), and senior leadership team by delivering insightful financial planning, strategic analysis, and commercial guidance.
You will lead forecasting, budgeting, and long-term planning processes, while also driving system improvements and supporting key business decisions.
This role is ideal for a finance professional who thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment and is passionate about using data and financial insight to influence business strategy and performance.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Financial Planning & Analysis
- Monthly forecasts and annual budgets in collaboration with senior leadership.
- Develop and deliver a comprehensive commercial reporting pack, presenting key financial and operational insights at the monthly meeting
- Build robust financial models to support new business opportunities, pricing strategies, and investment decisions.
- Conduct variance analysis and deliver actionable insights to improve performance.
- Support scenario planning and sensitivity analysis to assess business risks and opportunities.
Business Partnering & Commercial Insight
- Act as a trusted advisor to business leaders, providing financial insight to support strategic and operational decisions.
- Collaborate with commercial teams to evaluate customer profitability, pricing models, and margin improvement initiatives.
- Contribute to develop and implement additional financial and non-financial KPIs to monitor business performance.
- Support the Fleet Manager by preparing cost analyses and evaluating replacement options for company vehicles, ensuring data-driven recommendations that optimise cost, performance, and operational efficiency
Stakeholder & Relationship Management
- Manage financial reporting and planning relationships with US Head Office.
- Maintain strong relationships with external stakeholders including suppliers and consultants.
- Maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders including the commercial, finance, HR and IT teams in both Woking and Stoke offices.
Compliance, Reporting & Risk Management
- Support external audits and ensure timely filing of ESG-related submissions.
Systems, Processes & Digital Transformation
- Continue the design and implementation of streamlined management reporting using the recently implemented Nectari system (Power BI equivalent).
- Continue the automation of monthly reporting processes to meet US reporting deadlines (reduce from 10 to 5 working days).
- Project manage the implementation of key finance systems, including possible invoice scanning, expense management, and future ERP rollouts.
- Champion data quality, governance, and the use of advanced analytics tools to enhance decision-making.
Leadership & Continuous Improvement
- Lead cross-functional project teams and promote continuous improvement.
- Take ownership of personal development and ensure completion of all mandatory training
Essential Skills & Qualifications
- ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified with post-qualification experience or equivalent.
- Advanced Excel skills (e.g., VLOOKUP, SUMIF, INDEX, PIVOT TABLES, MACROS).
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Proven experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial modelling.
- Demonstrated ability to influence senior stakeholders and drive commercial outcomes.
- Experience working with US-based parent companies and international finance teams.
- Track record of successful system implementations and process improvements.
Desirable Experience
- Familiarity with ESG reporting and sustainability metrics.
- Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI equivalents).
- Exposure to SAGE Intacct, Nectar, Business Central, Nav or similar enterprise systems.
Benefits
- Salary up to £60,000 dependant on experience
- Hybrid Role which includes 3 days in the office
- 33 days Holiday including Bank Holidays
- Bupa Health care after probation period
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