Company: KENNEDYPEARCE CONSULTING
Job Type: Permanent, FullTime
Salary: £400 - £450 per day, Inc benefits
Are you a hands-on commercial finance professional with experience in contract catering or a similar fast-paced, operational environment? This business is looking for someone who can make an immediate impact during a critical period of trading and planning.
Joining on an initial 3-month contract, you'll work closely with the Head of Commercial Finance to support decision-making across Sales and Operations. This is a high-impact role, ideal for someone who's used to rolling up their sleeves and getting stuck in from day one.
The Role
You'll be a key commercial partner to the Sales and Operational teams, delivering actionable insights and supporting financial decision-making. Key responsibilities include:
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Collaborating with Sales and Ops to analyse performance and provide real-time commercial insights
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Leading budgeting, forecasting, and reforecasting processes during a key trading period
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Reviewing and refining sales reporting tools, pipeline tracking, and investment case analysis
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Producing clear and accurate reporting for senior leadership and contributing to strategic discussions
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Bringing a proactive, solutions-focused mindset to day-to-day challenges and opportunities
About You
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Fully qualified accountant (CIMA / ACCA / ACA)
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Strong commercial finance experience, ideally within contract catering, hospitality, or multi-site environments
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Proven ability to influence and challenge senior stakeholders
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Confident working at pace, with minimal hand-holding-able to add value quickly
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Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills
What's On Offer?
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3-month contract with scope to deliver meaningful impact
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Opportunity to work with a fast-moving, high-performing commercial finance team
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Hybrid working setup
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A varied, engaging role in a business that values strong business partnering and financial insight