Hays Senior Finance are working with a well-established company near Oswestry who are recruiting a commercially astute and analytically driven Commercial Finance Manager. This is a high-impact role within a successful company, offering the opportunity to shape financial strategy and performance in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.Key Responsibilities:

• Lead month-end close and produce accurate management accounts.
• Deliver insightful financial analysis, forecasting, and strategic commentary.
• Drive budgeting and financial planning processes.
• Analyse performance vs. budget, forecast, and prior year; highlight risks/opportunities.
• Prepare balance sheet reconciliations and working capital reports.
• Develop dashboards, KPIs, and variance reports for senior leadership.
• Support operational teams with margin analysis and profitability insights.
• Model scenarios and business cases to inform strategic decisions.
• Enhance reporting tools and systems (e.g., Power BI, ERP modules).
• Support statutory reporting and audit processes.
• Mentor junior finance team members.

Candidate Profile:

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
• Proven experience in management accounting and preferably FP&A.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Advanced Excel and financial modelling; Power BI/ERP experience a plus.
• Excellent communicator with cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Commercially aware and proactive.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a successful company who can offer genuine career progression with the support of a dynamic Finance Director. The company offers strong benefits including two days working from home. What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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