Commercial Finance Manager

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Distinct are working with an Employee-owned manufacturing business, who are looking for a commercially focused finance lead to partner with operations and drive performance.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious finance professional who wants to play a key role in driving performance and influencing strategic decisions within a dynamic and forward-thinking organisation.

With continued growth and investment, the business is now looking to strengthen its finance function with a commercially focused leader who can turn insight into action.

The Role:

  • Partner with senior leaders and operations to improve performance and profitability
  • Translate manufacturing data (scrap, downtime, utilisation, energy) into actionable insight
  • Support pricing, margin and customer profitability decisions
  • Build forecasts and scenario models to guide decision-making
  • Lead and develop a small finance team
  • Maintain oversight of reporting, controls and governance

What They Are Looking For:

  • Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA).
  • Experience in manufacturing or operational environments (desirable).
  • Possess a strong commercial mindset and understanding of operational cost drivers.
  • Enjoy working closely with operational teams and building strong relationships across the business.
  • Confident influencing non-finance stakeholders.
  • Able to turn data into clear, commercial recommendations.

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Job Description:

Distinct are working with an Employee-owned manufacturing business, who are looking for a commercially focused finance lead to partner with operations and drive performance.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious finance professional who wants to play a key role in driving performance and influencing strategic decisions within a dynamic and forward-thinking organisation.

With continued growth and investment, the business is now looking to strengthen its finance function with a commercially focused leader who can turn insight into action.

The Role:

  • Partner with senior leaders and operations to improve performance and profitability
  • Translate manufacturing data (scrap, downtime, utilisation, energy) into actionable insight
  • Support pricing, margin and customer profitability decisions
  • Build forecasts and scenario models to guide decision-making
  • Lead and develop a small finance team
  • Maintain oversight of reporting, controls and governance

What They Are Looking For:

  • Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA).
  • Experience in manufacturing or operational environments (desirable).
  • Possess a strong commercial mindset and understanding of operational cost drivers.
  • Enjoy working closely with operational teams and building strong relationships across the business.
  • Confident influencing non-finance stakeholders.
  • Able to turn data into clear, commercial recommendations.

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Posted: May 5th, 2026