Job Description

Commercial Finance Business Partner

Core3 is delighted to be working with an established organisation in Bristol to recruit a Commercial Finance Business Partner.

Why join our client

This is an opportunity to join a business where commercial finance plays an important role in shaping decisions and improving performance.

You'll work closely with senior stakeholders, helping them understand the financial implications of key opportunities and make informed commercial decisions. There's plenty of scope to influence profitability, challenge existing approaches and introduce better ways of working.

As Commercial Finance Business Partner, you'll have the freedom to bring ideas forward, take ownership of projects and make a visible difference across the organisation.

How you'll make an impact

• Partner with senior stakeholders to support commercial planning and decision-making

• Build financial models to assess profitability, costs and potential returns

• Analyse commercial performance and identify opportunities to improve margins

• Provide financial insight to support significant business opportunities and negotiations

• Develop pricing recommendations using detailed financial and commercial analysis

• Challenge assumptions and evaluate the risks associated with commercial proposals

• Improve reporting tools and processes to provide clearer performance information

• Work across teams to improve financial understanding and commercial awareness

• Use data and technology to make financial analysis more efficient

• Support stakeholders with financial guidance and practical recommendations

Why you're a great fit

You'll have a strong background in commercial finance, financial analysis or business partnering, with the confidence to influence decisions at senior level.

• Experience in commercial finance, pricing, profitability analysis or a similar role

• Strong financial modelling and advanced Excel skills

• Ability to interpret complex financial information and explain it clearly

• Commercial awareness and confidence challenging financial assumptions

• Experience building relationships with senior stakeholders

• Comfortable assessing financial risks and identifying opportunities

• Strong communication and presentation skills

• An interest in improving processes and using technology, including AI, to support analysis

• A proactive approach with the ability to work independently and take ownership

• ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification would be welcomed, although relevant commercial experience is equally valued

What you'll get in return

As Commercial Finance Business Partner, you'll join a collaborative finance team with the opportunity to influence important commercial decisions and develop your expertise.

• £60,000–£70,000 salary

• Permanent position

• Bristol location

• Regular exposure to senior stakeholders

• Broad responsibility across commercial finance, pricing and profitability

• Opportunity to improve financial modelling and reporting

• Involvement in significant commercial projects

• Scope to develop your business partnering and commercial finance career

We welcome applications from all qualified candidates who believe they meet the role requirements. We’re committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, and we’ll provide any reasonable adjustments you may need throughout the recruitment process.

If this advert sounds like you, please apply now or contact louis@core3.co.uk / 0117 213 0300.

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