Senior Finance Commercial Finance Manager

Investigo Limited; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading finance consultancy in Birmingham is seeking an experienced Senior Commercial Finance Manager for a 12-month fixed-term contract. The role involves leading a team, owning budgeting and forecasting, and delivering commercial analysis to influence strategic decision-making. Ideal candidates are qualified accountants with experience in fast-paced environments and a strong analytical mindset. The company offers a hybrid working model and a role with genuine impact on business performance.

Benefits

Hybrid working model

Opportunity for significant impact

High-growth environment

Qualifications

• Strong commercial and business partnering experience.
• Proven success in fast-paced environments.
• Ability to influence at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of 3 ensuring high-quality output.
• Own budgeting and forecasting for a growth division.
• Act as a trusted adviser providing commercial analysis.

Skills

Team leadership

Budgeting and forecasting

Commercial analysis

Stakeholder management

Analytical mindset

Education

Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)

Job description

I’m working with a highly desirable, fast‑paced organisation on an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Commercial Finance Manager to join the team on a 12‑month fixed‑term contract. This is a pivotal commercial role supporting one of the core growth areas of the business – ideal for someone who thrives on adding value, driving insight, and influencing strategic decision‑making.

In this role, you’ll partner closely with senior stakeholders, lead a high‑performing team, and take full ownership of budgeting, forecasting, and commercial analysis across a critical portfolio.

The Role

• Lead and develop a team of 3, ensuring high‑quality output and strong business collaboration
• Own the budgeting and forecasting cycle for a key growth division
• Act as a trusted adviser to senior leadership, providing insightful commercial analysis and recommendations
• Deliver robust month‑end reporting, variance analysis, and scenario modelling
• Influence strategic planning, investment decisions, and performance optimisation
• Drive continuous improvement across financial processes and reporting

What We’re Looking For

• A qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with strong commercial and business partnering experience
• Proven success in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment
• Demonstrated experience managing and developing a team
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence at all levels
• Strong analytical mindset and ability to translate data into meaningful insight

What’s On Offer

• 12‑month fixed‑term contract with genuine impact
• Hybrid working model offering flexibility and balance
• Opportunity to work within a high‑growth, highly attractive organisation
• A role with visibility, ownership, and a direct contribution to business performance

If you’re a commercially minded finance professional who enjoys partnering with senior stakeholders and leading teams in high‑growth environments, I’d love to hear from you.