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Finance Manager - Commercial

Derby
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Finance Manager - Commercial
Location: Derby (Hybrid working available)
Full Time | to £60k + Benefits (DOE)

Our client is looking for an exceptional Finance Manager - Commercial to work in conjunction with their dynamic commercial and operational teams, providing sharp financial insights and driving profitability across a diverse product portfolio.

This is more than a numbers role — it’s a strategic position where your influence will help shape pricing strategy, margin analysis, and key commercial decisions. If you're ready to bring clarity to complexity, and challenge the status quo in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, we want to hear from you.

What You’ll Be Doing:
Partner with commercial and operational teams to evaluate product and customer profitability.
Lead pricing strategy and develop cost models that drive smart decision-making.
Own product master data governance, ensuring consistency, accountability, and accuracy.
Drive monthly reporting, budgeting, and forecasting processes.
Analyse and recover cost price increases, and support seamless new product launches.
Mentor and develop a small team.
Act as a trusted deputy to the Financial Controller, contributing to projects and business-wide initiatives.What We’re Looking For:
Qualified Accountant (ACCA/CIMA/ICAEW) or Qualified by Experience.
Strong analytical and financial modelling skills.
Experience in manufacturing or similar fast-paced environments.
Confident communicator, able to influence at all levels.
A self-starter who thrives on collaboration and continuous improvement.
Proficient in Microsoft Excel and familiar with operational finance processes.Why Apply?

This is a unique opportunity to step into a business-critical role with direct influence over strategic outcomes. You’ll be part of a forward-thinking team that values transparency, innovation, and people development.

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