# Commercial Finance Manager at Networkplus

> Onsite · United Kingdom · Manager · Other · open. Source: https://alderhq.app/jobs/pinpoint%3Anetworkplus%3A618627 (read 2026-11-12).

## Facts (observed)

- Company: [Networkplus](https://alderhq.app/companies/networkplus)
- Location text: Worsley, Manchester
- Where it can be done from (inferred): Onsite · United Kingdom (evidence: "Location: Worsley, Manchester")
- Posted: 2026-11-12 (0 days ago)
- First seen by alder: 2026-11-12 · last verified: 2026-11-12
- Reposted: 0 times · edited: 0 times
- Apply on the employer's site: https://networkplus.pinpointhq.com/en/postings/d3339474-0882-4626-8c40-63081171a38f

## Pay and sponsorship

- Posted pay: £55k–£60k per year (from the listing's pay field)

## Description (the employer's text)

We are seeking an ambitious and commercially minded Commercial Finance Manager to join our Commercial Finance team at Network Plus.

In this key leadership role, you will be responsible for providing high-quality financial reporting, insightful commercial analysis and strategic decision support across a portfolio of client contracts. You will work closely with operational and commercial stakeholders to drive contract performance, improve profitability and support informed decision-making.

Alongside producing accurate and timely financial information, you will lead and develop a small finance team, champion continuous improvement initiatives and ensure robust financial governance across your area of responsibility.

### Responsibilities

- Lead the production of monthly management accounts, including profit and loss statements, balance sheets, cash flow reporting, KPI reporting and supporting commentary.
- Deliver accurate, timely and insightful financial reporting in line with agreed deadlines and service levels.
- Partner with operational and commercial teams to prepare budgets, forecasts and long-term financial plans.
- Monitor contract financial performance, identifying risks, opportunities and areas for improvement.
- Provide meaningful financial analysis and recommendations to the Commercial Financial Controller and wider leadership team to support commercial decision-making.
- Maintain ownership of contract reporting models, ensuring accuracy, consistency and continual enhancement.
- Act as Finance Lead for a joint venture contract, including monthly reporting, cash reconciliations and payment allocations between entities.
- Lead, coach and develop two direct reports, fostering a high-performance and collaborative team culture.
- Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, acting as a trusted finance business partner.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives through root-cause analysis, process optimisation and automation opportunities.
- Ensure compliance with all financial controls, company policies and relevant regulatory requirements.
- Support wider business projects and strategic initiatives as required.
- Promote exceptional customer service standards across all finance activities.
### Skills

Qualifications

- Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
Experience

- Previous experience within a commercial finance, finance business partnering or management accounting environment.
- Experience supporting operational or contract-led businesses.
- Experience managing and developing team members.
- Experience producing budgets, forecasts and management accounts within tight deadlines.
Knowledge and Skills

- Strong commercial awareness and the ability to translate financial information into actionable business insight.
- Advanced Excel skills and strong working knowledge of Microsoft PowerPoint and Word.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving capability.
- Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial controls and reporting requirements.
- Ability to influence and challenge stakeholders constructively at all levels.
- A proactive and continuous improvement mindset.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
- Knowledge of financial reporting standards and emerging developments within the accounting profession.
### Benefits

We offer a competitive salary based on experience along with a full benefits package including car allowance.

Network Plus is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, nationality, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.

We are Armed Forces-friendly. We welcome applications from ex-Armed Forces personnel, reservists, armed forces veterans, cadet instructors and military spouses/partners.

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