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