Commercial Finance Manager

Harper May is working with a well-established and expanding property management group that is seeking a Commercial Finance Manager to support decision-making across its operations and development portfolio. With a strong track record in asset management and residential services, the business is entering a new phase of growth and requires a commercially astute finance professional to deliver insight and strategic support to senior leadership.

Role Overview:
This is a key role responsible for driving financial performance through data-led analysis, robust forecasting, and commercial business partnering. The successful candidate will work closely with operational teams, providing financial clarity and helping shape strategic plans across the group.

Key Responsibilities:

Business partner with operations and property teams to support performance tracking and investment decisions

Lead budgeting and forecasting processes across the portfolio and central functions

Provide commercial analysis on property performance, service costs, and margin optimisation

Develop financial models for new projects, tenders, and strategic initiatives

Support pricing strategies and financial review of contracts and service offerings

Prepare monthly management information and variance analysis for senior stakeholders

Drive improvements in reporting tools, processes, and financial systems

Assist in presenting commercial insights to the Board and leadership team

Candidate Profile:

ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified with strong post-qualified experience

Background in commercial finance within property, real estate, or service-led businesses

Strong analytical and financial modelling skills

Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication abilities

Comfortable working in a fast-paced, multi-entity environment

Advanced Excel and experience with reporting/BI tools (e.g. Power BI, TM1)