Job Description
Commercial Finance Business Partner
Bolton (BL6), Lancashire
Salary: £65,000 £70,000 per annum
Permanent Full time Role with Hybrid working option available- working 37.5hrs per week
Hawk 3 Talent Solutions are recruiting for a successful growing company based in the Northwest who are looking for a Commercial Finance Business Partner.
The role will be predominantly based at their site near Bolton, with occasional travel to other sites across the Northwest, and approximately once a month to the Head Office in Rugby.
My client supports flexible working, with the option to mix in some home working alongside on-site presence.
Purpose of the Role
Reporting to the Head of Finance you will act as a strategic partner to business leaders by providing financial insight, analysis, and guidance that supports decision-making, enhances financial performance, and drives business growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Partner with commercial, sales, and operational teams to provide financial insight and support for strategic decisions.
- Deliver accurate financial analysis, forecasting, and reporting to drive revenue growth and margin improvement.
- Support budgeting and planning cycles, ensuring alignment with business and strategic objectives.
- Provide robust analysis of commercial performance, including customer, product, and channel profitability.
- Identify opportunities for cost efficiencies and improved financial performance.
- Lead financial evaluations of business cases, pricing strategies, and contract negotiations.
- Monitor KPIs, performance metrics, and key trends to highlight risks and opportunities.
- Translate complex financial data into clear, actionable insights for non-financial stakeholders.
- Act as a change agent, constructively challenging assumptions and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
Required Skills & Experience
- Qualified accountant (CIMA/ACCA/ACA or equivalent).
- Proven experience in a commercial finance or business partnering role.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail.
- Ability to influence, challenge, and build credibility with stakeholders at all levels.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present complex information simply.
- Strong commercial acumen with an understanding of operational performance drivers.
- Advanced financial modelling skills and proficiency in Excel and finance systems.
Benefits Package
- Complete Bupa Health Insurance
- Level 5 Bupa Dental Cover
- Access to wellness hub including Virtual GP and Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
- Life assurance at 4x salary
If you would like to apply for the role of Finance Business Partner then please email your CV to (url removed) or call Deb on (phone number removed)
Closing date is 21.9.2025 Please note this could change subject to suitable applications.
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