We are currently searching for an experienced Commercial Finance Manager to join our growing finance team. Our ideal candidate is a robust analytical leader with proven ability to manage complex data, while acting as a finance partner with Sales, Marketing, Supply Chain and Finance teams.

The CFM will be fully responsible for managing the financial impact of commercial programs such as trade-discounts, customer ebates, chargebacks, promotions and product returns (GTN) - Gross-to-Net management. If you love financial analysis and are passionate about ensuring accurate revenue recognition to optimize trade spend that directly influences strategic and operational decisions this could be a perfect fit for you!

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Act as a trusted finance partner to Sales, Marketing, and Commercial Operations
- Drive continuous improvement to increase efficiency, accuracy, and transparency in GTN reporting
- Maintain database of customer agreements and commercial terms; evaluate their impact on net revenue and profitability
- Monitor GTN performance versus budget/forecast and deliver clear variance analysis with actionable recommendations
- Support strategic pricing decisions, new product launches, promotions, and customer negotiations with robust financial analysis
- Present complex financial information in simple, business-oriented terms to non-financial stakeholders, building strong cross-functional relationships, balancing commercial objectives with financial governance




- Partner with Sales and Commercial leaders to improve trade spend efficiency and maximize margin realization
- Oversee accruals and ensure accurate and timely month-end closing of GTN-related items
- Collaborate with FP&A; to develop forward-looking models that forecast GTN impacts by customer, product, and channel
- Deliver monthly GTN dashboards, KPIs, and profitability insights to leadership
- Contribute to budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning with a focus on net revenue and profitability drivers
- Perform scenario analysis and ad-hoc financial reviews to support executive decision-making
- Identify risks and opportunities in GTN and recommend proactive actions

QUALIFICATIONS:

- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related discipline (CPA preferred)
- 5 years of progressive finance experience, ideally in manufacturing or distribution
- Organized, proactive, and able to thrive in a fast-paced, multi-stakeholder environment
- Expertise in revenue management, trade spend, or Gross-to-Net processes
- Strong financial modeling, variance analysis, and forecasting capabilities
- Strong business acumen with the ability to translate financial insights into business recommendations
- Ability to influence, challenge, and build consensus with diverse stakeholders
- Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage complex datasets accurately
- Advanced Excel and ERP system proficiency (JD Edwards, SAP, Oracle, or equivalent)

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📌 Commercial Finance Manager (London)
🏢 Confidential
📍 London