Job Description
Citadel Source is delighted to be partnered with a purpose‑driven organisation to support the recruitment of their new Commercial Finance Manager.
The client
The organisation provides essential support services that help people live more independent and fulfilling lives. With a strong social purpose and ambitious plans for sustainable growth, they are looking for a commercially minded finance professional to strengthen their commercial capability and provide financial insight that supports the organisation's long-term goals.
The role
Reporting to the CFO and working closely with the Executive Director of Business Development, the newly created Commercial Finance Manager is a key role responsible for financial modelling, pricing, costing and commercial analysis. Supporting tenders, fee reviews, contract renewals and new business opportunities, the role provides the insight needed to underpin sound commercial decisions. Working closely with Business Development and Operational teams, there is also scope to improve the commercial frameworks that support decision-making across the organisation.
About you
You will be a qualified accountant with a strong background in commercial finance, pricing, costing or financial modelling. You’ll be confident working with complex data, able to translate financial information into clear insight, and experienced in supporting tenders or contract negotiations. The role will suit someone who is commercially minded, confident in challenging the status quo and able to build strong relationships with a range of stakeholders.
As the Commercial Finance Manager, your role will include but not be limited to:
- Developing financial models, pricing approaches and business cases for tenders and new opportunities
- Leading the financial preparation of annual fee uplift submissions and supporting commissioner discussions
- Producing scenario modelling, sensitivity analysis and commercial evaluations to inform decision‑making
- Partnering with non-financial stakeholders to assess opportunities and support growth plans
- Ensuring commercial proposals align with financial strategy, governance requirements and long‑term plans
- Contributing to the development of costing methodologies, commercial frameworks and financial tools
What the client has to offer
- Base salary paying to £60,000 per annum
- 33 days annual leave including bank holidays, with the option to buy or sell holiday
- Flexible hybrid model requiring only one day per week on site
- Overtime, additional hours and enhanced public‑holiday pay
- Workplace pension scheme and life assurance at 3x salary
- Occupational sick pay and a 24/7 confidential Employee Assistance Programme
- Healthcare cash plan, health assessments and online GP access
- Eligibility for Blue Light Card plus retail, gym, mobile and shopping discounts
- Family‑friendly policies, including maternity bonus
- Employee recognition scheme and long‑service awards
- Comprehensive learning and development opportunities
Sound like a good fit?
If you are interested in discussing this role, please reach out to Grant Chalmers-Stevens - Grant@citadelsource.com at Citadel Source.