Finance Manager

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

Manage the monthly management accounts process, ensuring accurate and timely reporting

Oversee financial reporting, balance sheet reconciliations, and general ledger integrity

Support budgeting and forecasting processes across trading and operational teams

Monitor cash flow, working capital, and financial performance across the business

Maintain strong financial controls and support improvements to finance processes

Assist with statutory reporting, year-end accounts, and audit preparation

Provide financial analysis to support trading activity and operational decision-making

Partner with senior stakeholders to deliver meaningful financial insight

Support system improvements and reporting enhancements within the finance function

Candidate Profile

ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified (or close to completion)

Experience within commodities, trading, energy, natural resources, or a similar commercial environment

Strong technical accounting knowledge with experience producing management accounts

Advanced Excel skills and strong financial analysis capability

Experience working in a fast-moving, commercially focused environment

Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities

Confident communicator with the ability to work effectively with non-finance stakeholders