Full job description*Own financial modelling, budgeting, forecasting and cash flow management.
*Manage inventory finance, working capital, stock valuation and imports.
*Support ERP implementation and build scalable finance processes.
Overview

We are recruiting for a commercially focused Finance Manager / Commercial Finance Lead to join an early-stage, high-growth business during a critical set-up phase. Working closely with the founders, you will play a key role in building the financial foundations of the business, taking ownership of financial planning, forecasting, commercial modelling and finance operations.
This is a broad position combining elements of FP&A, financial modelling, management accounting and operational finance. You’ll help shape commercial decision-making, manage cash flow and working capital, support ERP implementation, and build scalable finance processes ahead of launch and future growth.

Key Responsibilities*Own and develop the company’s financial model and forecasting processes.
*Deliver budgeting, forecasting, scenario planning and commercial analysis.
*Manage cash flow, working capital and financial performance reporting.
*Oversee inventory and supply-chain finance, including stock valuation, landed costs, imports and inventory forecasting.
*Produce monthly management accounts and KPI reporting.
*Support implementation and optimisation of Odoo ERP.
*Build and improve finance processes, controls and reporting frameworks.
*Support broader finance operations, including supplier payments, reconciliations and financial administration.
*Partner with leadership to challenge assumptions and support strategic decision-making.
Experience Required*Experience in Finance Manager, Commercial Finance, FP&A, Management Accountant or similar positions.
*Strong financial modelling and advanced Excel skills.
*Hands-on experience within a product-based business.
*Strong understanding of inventory, stock management, imports and supply-chain finance.
*Experience with budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management and management reporting.
*Comfortable working within a start-up, scale-up or rapidly growing business.
*Experience with Odoo or ERP implementations beneficial.
*ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification desirable but not essential.