Finance Manager
Meet Our Recruiter
About the Role
Harper May is partnering with a growing commodities business that is looking for a Finance Manager to strengthen its finance function. The company operates across global commodity markets and is focused on building a robust financial infrastructure to support trading activity, operational performance, and continued commercial growth.
The Role
The Finance Manager will play a key role in managing financial reporting, improving financial controls, and supporting commercial decision-making across the business. Working closely with senior management, the role will combine technical accounting responsibilities with operational finance support in a fast-paced trading environment.
Key Responsibilities
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Manage the monthly management accounts process, ensuring accurate and timely reporting
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Oversee financial reporting, balance sheet reconciliations, and general ledger integrity
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Support budgeting and forecasting processes across trading and operational teams
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Monitor cash flow, working capital, and financial performance across the business
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Maintain strong financial controls and support improvements to finance processes
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Assist with statutory reporting, year-end accounts, and audit preparation
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Provide financial analysis to support trading activity and operational decision-making
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Partner with senior stakeholders to deliver meaningful financial insight
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Support system improvements and reporting enhancements within the finance function
Candidate Profile
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ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified (or close to completion)
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Experience within commodities, trading, energy, natural resources, or a similar commercial environment
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Strong technical accounting knowledge with experience producing management accounts
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Advanced Excel skills and strong financial analysis capability
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Experience working in a fast-moving, commercially focused environment
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Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities
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Confident communicator with the ability to work effectively with non-finance stakeholders