Commercial Finance Manager
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Our purpose is to make great financial decision making a breeze for everyone, and that purpose drives us every day.
It's why we're on a mission to create an automated quoting engine, with the simplest of experiences, wrapped in a brand everyone loves!
We change lives by making it simple to switch and save money. So, when it comes to getting a better deal, it's never been more blindingly obvious why you would choose Compare the Market.
We'd love you to be part of our journey.
Calling all finance aficionados! At Compare the Market, we're not just balancing books; we're crafting financial narratives that drive business success.
As a pivotal member of our team your role transcends traditional finance functions. You're the person behind the scenes ensuring our business operates at peak performance through meticulous planning, insightful forecasting, and strategic decision-making.
Your mission? To serve as a trusted advisor, partnering closely with cross-functional teams to decipher the language of numbers into actionable insights. From analysing marketing ROI to supporting new initiatives, your expertise will shape the trajectory of our business.
But here's the twist: we're not just looking for number crunchers. We want storytellers, communicators who can translate complex financial concepts into compelling narratives for non-financial stakeholders. Your ability to influence and collaborate will be as critical as your financial acumen.
So, if you're a qualified accountant with a curious mind and a passion for unlocking the potential of data, join us in reshaping the future of finance at Compare the Market. Work with us to redefine what it means to drive financial excellence in a dynamic, ever-evolving landscape.
This is a hybrid role based in our Peterborough office. Applicants based in London will be considered, with the intention of travelling to Peterborough once per week.
Everyone is welcome. Be you.We have a culture of creativity. We approach our work passionately, improve constantly and celebrate our wins at every turn. We are an inclusive workplace, and our employees are comfortable bringing their authentic, whole selves to work.
This means we're excited to hear from people with a range of skills, experiences, and ideas. We don't expect you to tick all the boxes but would love you to hear what makes you great for this role.
Some of the great things you'll be doing:
• Unleash the potential of your business area/team by amplifying key performance indicators and KPI metrics.
• Forecast with finesse and fortitude, ensuring the precision and accuracy of business cases and proposals in alignment with reporting standards.
• Become the storyteller of success, eloquently conveying campaign insights to stakeholders.
• Spearhead support for new initiatives through meticulous analysis and reporting.
• Forge a path to operational excellence, revolutionising reporting, forecasting, and Anaplan developments with your visionary leadership.
What we'd like to see from you:
• Possess a proven track record of collaborating effectively with non-financial stakeholders.
• Demonstrate exceptional proficiency in communication and presentation, adeptly conveying complex models to diverse audiences.
• Exert influential prowess to guide decision-making towards optimal outcomes.
• Showcase outstanding business partnering abilities, navigating the intricate network of stakeholders with finesse.
• Exhibit an insatiable curiosity and unwavering support, driven by a relentless pursuit of insight and solutions.
• Hold the esteemed qualification of a certified accountant, embodying the pinnacle of financial expertise and integrity.
Our people bring our purpose to life. As part of our wider Central Services team, you'll be ensuring we operate in the most effective and efficient way possible to deliver against our strategy. Our Central Services teams are an essential part of our business and make sure our technical teams are equipped to deliver better outcomes, faster.
There's something for everyone.We're a place of opportunity. You'll have the tools and autonomy to drive your own career, supported by a team of amazingly talented people.
And then there's our benefits. For us, it's not just about a competitive salary and hybrid working, we care about what matters to you. From a generous holiday allowance and private healthcare to an electric car scheme and paid CSR days, we've pretty much got you covered!
'We are committed to offering equal chances to you throughout the application process, so if you require any special adjustments to be made, please let us know. We will work with you to make any appropriate arrangements.'
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