Finance Manager - #1729818

Somerset Logistics


Date: 9 hours ago
City: Birmingham
Contract type: Contractor
Work schedule: Full day
Somerset Logistics
Finance Manager Birmingham (with travel to London and sites as required)

Full Time on a Fixed Term ( 7 Months) Maternity Cover Contract

Are you a commercially focused finance professional ready to make a real impact? Were looking for an experienced Finance Manager to join our team, based predominantly at our Head Office in Parklands, Birmingham, with occasional travel to London and regional sites as required.

This is a high-profile role where you will be financially responsible for two key healthcare contracts within the Healthcare Portfolio, managing a combined annual turnover of around £35 million. Youll act as a trusted business partner to the Contract Director, supporting operational decision-making, driving financial performance, and adding commercial value.

Key Responsibilities

Commercial Support

  • Partner with key stakeholders (finance & non-finance) to drive informed decision-making and manage financial risk.
  • Contribute to site and client meetings with a strong focus on commercial growth.
  • Provide insightful financial analysis to support operational strategy.
  • Manage working capital and financial risks, including volumetric and contract mechanisms.

Performance

  • Lead month-end processes, reporting, and balance sheet reviews.
  • Deliver and present reports for monthly business reviews, client updates, and budgeting cycles.
  • Support budgeting and forecasting with variance analysis and stakeholder presentations.
  • Promote working capital improvements through accurate billing and debt management.
  • Assist in client tenders, negotiations, and investment appraisals.

People Management

  • Lead and support two finance team members on-site, ensuring their development and day-to-day performance.
  • Build strong relationships across teams, ensuring effective collaboration and commercial awareness.
  • Foster a culture of health and safety across the team and business.

What Were Looking For

Essential

  • Qualified Accountant (CIMA, ACCA, ACA) or QBE with broad financial experience.
  • Proven business partnering skills with ability to influence senior stakeholders.
  • Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and Excel proficiency.
  • Demonstrated commercial finance experience with a track record of adding value.
  • Excellent communication skills verbal, written, and presentation.

Desirable

  • Experience within a multi-site, multi-contract environment.
  • Working knowledge of SAP and Cognos.
  • Experience managing and developing team members.

What Youll Bring

  • A proactive, energetic attitude with a can do mindset.
  • Ability to juggle priorities, work under pressure, and meet tight deadlines.
  • Strong interpersonal skills, confident in influencing and challenging at all levels.
  • Passion for quality, commercial thinking, and continuous improvement.
  • A collaborative spirit and the ability to build strong working relationships across the organisation.

Why Join Us?

This is your chance to play a key leadership role in a growing, purpose-driven organisation, with the opportunity to truly shape the financial strategy of vital healthcare services. You'll enjoy a supportive culture, room for career growth, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact across the region.

Interested? If you're ready to lead, drive financial success, and support meaningful healthcare services, we want to hear from you!

Apply now and join us on this exciting journey.

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