Commercial Finance Manager

Your First Move from Audit – But Not Into Core Finance? Recently qualified and know you don’t want to go down the standard financial reporting or audit route? This PE-backed fintech scale-up is offering something different – a commercially-focused role where you’ll use your technical knowledge to influence decisions, shape strategy, and communicate directly with clients and external stakeholders. What’s on offer: £55,000 to £65,000 basic Benefits Future share options A direct line to the CEO and senior leadership team Exposure to private equity, complex restructures, and real-time business decision making A cash-rich, profitable business with ambitious growth plans Hybrid working 3 days in, 2 days from home Based just outside the city centre with parking What you’ll do: Collaborate with the operations team to help clients build and present financial data packs Analyse financial structures and support clients on PE investments, restructuring, and reorganisations Provide insight for trade and work closely with external stakeholders and other financial institutions Present financial information to internal and external stakeholders in a clear, commercial way Support due diligence work and ensure compliance with accounting standards What they’re looking for: ACA or ACCA qualified (within the last 2–3 years), ideally from a Top 25 firm Strong technical grounding, but with a commercial mindset and entrepreneurial drive Comfortable interpreting financial data, spotting opportunities, and asking the right questions Confident communicator – someone who can engage clients and explain the numbers Experience or interest in PE or restructuring is a bonus If you’re ready to do something different with your qualification and want to make a real impact in a fast-moving business, let’s have a confidential chat. Distinct Recruitment Privacy Policy

Location: Nottinghamshire, GB

Posted Date: 5/13/2025