OverviewCommercial Finance Manager

– Burton-on-Trent. Full-time, Permanent | 4 days on-site | Rapidly Growing Engineering Business

Alexander Daniels are proud to be partnering with a

fast-growing, innovative engineering company

on an exciting journey of expansion. We’re looking for a

Commercial Finance Manager

to join their leadership team in Burton-on-Trent, taking ownership of financial performance across two divisions and driving real impact across the business.

This role is far from "just reporting the numbers" – you will be the Finance Director''s right hand, a trusted business partner to operational leaders, and the go-to person for turning data into decisions. You will also get the opportunity to

shape processes, mentor a small team, and influence strategy

in a business that truly values finance at the heart of decision-making.

Responsibilities

Take ownership of

management reporting

across two divisions.

Partner with project managers , influencing budgets, spend, and profitability.

Lead and develop a small, ambitious finance team.

Drive

month-end close , including reconciliations and adjustments.

Unlock cash and working capital improvements through smarter billing processes.

Deliver

deep-dive financial analysis

to support margin growth and operational efficiency.

Oversee

overhead reporting, cash forecasts, and strategic financial planning .

Collaborate with senior stakeholders, ensuring finance drives better decision-making.

Qualifications

A fully qualified accountant (ACA / CIMA / ACCA).

Experience within a

project-based environment

(engineering, construction, facilities or similar).

Strong Excel and systems knowledge – someone who can make numbers talk.

A natural communicator who enjoys

business partnering

and working closely with non-finance stakeholders.

Willingness to travel to other sites a couple of times a month.

Energy, adaptability, and the confidence to thrive in a

fast-paced, growing business .

This is an opportunity to join a business that’s

going places

– where your input won’t just be appreciated, it will directly shape the future of the company.

Additional information

Seniority level : Mid-Senior level

Employment type : Full-time

Job function : Accounting/Auditing and Finance

Industries : Engineering Services and Construction

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