Commercial Finance Manager

Cooper Parry Finance Recruitment have been engaged by our multinational food and drink client to source a Finance Manager on a full time basis. This maternity cover contract is offered on an initial 12 month basis and is likely to be extended due to ongoing opportunities in the business. This role will be based in North Aberdeenshire on a hybrid or fully remote basis.

The main purpose of the role is to support the UK & International sales team via commercial analysis, reporting and providing insights to ensure robust decision making and a clear understanding of financial implications. To apply, candidates must be available to start within one months notice.

The Opportunity 

• Commercial analysis of initiatives, supporting the International distribution network and sales channels. This will include analysis of pricing, promotions and ROI
• Production of weekly/monthly MI
• Supporting the budget and forecasting process – producing templates, data and reports
• P&L consolidation for international sales
• Generating a rolling forecast to highlight ongoing trajectory
• Trend analysis. Understanding and highlighting areas of risk or opportunities across the business and clients
• Be a key member ensuring joined up and co-ordinated approach to the forecast between commercial team, supply chain and FP&A
• Drive a collaborative working culture across both the finance and non-finance functions

Background and Experience

• Degree qualified with a strong academic track record
• Experience gained in an organization or environment with a high degree of complexity and pace
• A background in businesses going through rapid growth is desirable
• Commercial awareness
• Excellent communication skills - both verbal and written
• Excellent Excel capabilities with experience of manipulating large volumes of data
• Ability to prioritise and adapt to workload
• Inquisitive nature and driven to challenge and improve current practices
• Self-starting and able to build strong relationships across the business
• Credible, with the ability to influence decision making

Flexibility and Benefits

• Flexible hours
• Hybrid or remote working
• Career progression

Next Steps

If you are interested in taking the next step in your career or feel a change of environment or sector is your next path, this could be the ideal job opportunity for you! To apply please send a full CV. For a confidential discussion or more information, please reach out to Morgan McPherson at Cooper Parry Finance Recruitment on morgan.mcpherson@cooperparry.com. Only candidates eligible to work in the UK will be considered for this role as no sponsorship is available.