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Co-Founder & Director | SG Partnership - 07886 976794

Head of Commercial Finance

Hybrid, 3 days per week in office, Walsall.

Permanent/ Full Time.

We are representing a leading UK infrastructure and civil engineering specialist with over four decades of exceptional delivery across water, transport, energy and built environment sectors. Known for its direct delivery model, family-rooted values and trusted, blue-chip client relationships, this organisation is widely respected for its technical excellence and collaborative culture. You will join a forward-thinking management team leading commercial and financial strategy, helping drive efficiency, profitability and business transformation.

Why Join?

• Strategic Impact: Play a pivotal role in shaping business performance, with direct influence on commercial decisions, financial strategy, and long-term growth.
• Breadth of Experience: Gain exposure across multiple business streams, from finance and procurement to operations and systems transformation—broadening your skillset well beyond a traditional finance role.
• Leadership Development: Build and lead high-performing teams while developing your own leadership profile as part of a supportive and ambitious management group.
• Career Progression: Position yourself for future senior leadership opportunities by working closely with directors and playing a key role in business-critical projects.
• Collaborative Culture: Thrive in a people-focused environment that combines strong values with a commitment to investing in your professional and personal development.

Key Responsibilities

Commercial:

• Lead monthly business reviews with senior management, providing rigorous analysis and challenges to performance.
• Assess market trends to pinpoint profit growth areas, develop pricing strategies, and optimize commercial processes.
• Identify risks and commercial opportunities; deliver customer insights to support marketing and sales initiatives.

Finance:

• Oversee accounts payable/receivable, manage month-end/monthly reporting, and deliver variance analysis to inform leadership.
• Drive budgeting, financial modeling, cash flow forecasting, and capital expenditure planning—including securing asset financing.
• Support audit activities, manage statutory reporting, and maintain robust financial controls and governance.

Procurement:

• Evaluate suppliers, negotiate contracts, manage demand forecasting, and contribute to cost savings while overseeing supplier risk and sustainability.

Systems & Processes:

• Lead ERP system improvement and process enhancements to elevate data accuracy, reporting speed, and operational efficiency.

Candidate Profile

• Qualified (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent) or QBE with experience in a commercial finance or leadership role.
• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to act on financial insight to improve performance.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office—especially Excel (complex modelling)—plus strong communication and analytical skills.
• Proven ability to understand manufacturing, stock, distribution, or hire-related processes.
• Quality-focused with excellent numeracy and problem-solving skills, and the ability to manage relationships at all business levels.
• Experience in construction, plant hire, light manufacturing, or similar industrial/commercial contexts is desirable.

This is a rare chance to step into a pivotal leadership role within a respected and growing infrastructure partner. As Head of Commercial & Finance, you’ll not only deliver transformative commercial solutions—you’ll also shape how the business operates, delivering results in a supportive, values-led culture. If you’re passionate about finance, operations and commercial leadership working side-by-side, we’d like to hear from you.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Finance and Accounting/Auditing
• Industries: Civil Engineering and Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals

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