Commercial Finance Manager

12 month FTC Why is this role IMPORTANT to us? We’re operating in an increasingly complex customer/consumer environment – Understanding our sales performance and challenging forecasting & commercial decision making will be key to our growth in the coming years. What will you be DOING? Key financial partner to the Sales (Commercial) function Analysing sales performance versus budget, forecast, prior year Customer promotion performance analysis Support and challenge Joint Business Plans for key customer accounts alongside sales account managers Present financial performance to Senior Managers/Directors and provide insights driving remedial action and informed decision making Lead the monthly & quarterly financial forecast for areas of responsibility and be the sales subject matter expert for the budget/financial forecast processes to provide accurate projections for volumes, sales and promotions Business partnering – provide high quality decision support to commercial teams through financial reporting and analysis Deliver improvement initiatives across sales reporting and forecasting processes What SKILLS/ KNOWLEDGE do you need to have? Qualified Accountant (CIMA/ACCA or equivalent) Proven experience in commercial finance, FMCG experience desirable Excellent excel skills and experience with financial modelling is essential. Experience with Power BI is desirable Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present complex financial data in a clear and concise manner to non-financial stakeholders An eye for detail and keenness to scrutinise assumptions & data Strong business acumen, understanding the commercial side of the business with the ability to link financial decisions to broader business objectives What will HIGGIDY do for you? Delicious complementary Higgidy food Competitive holiday entitlement with the potential to buy/sell extra holiday days A generous Defined Contribution Pension Scheme and Life Assurance An array of discounts and benefits through the Perkbox platform A charity volunteer day to support a charity or cause you're passionate about through a dedicated day away from work Access to exciting company events, including our annual Higgidy Picnic!

Location: Shoreham-By-Sea, GB

Posted Date: 6/13/2025