Senior Commercial Accountant - #2177049

Senior Commercial Accountant

Your new company

Hays are delighted to be retained on behalf of a leading NI-based group seeking to appoint a Senior Commercial Accountant to a strategic finance position. Following sustained growth and continued investment, the business is entering an exciting phase of commercial development, creating an opportunity for a commercially astute finance professional to become a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders across the organisation.Operating in a fast-paced and highly competitive environment, the business is focused on driving sustainable growth, improving profitability and evaluating future investment opportunities. This position offers exceptional exposure to Executive and Director-level stakeholders, making it an ideal move for an ambitious accountant looking to broaden their strategic influence and accelerate their career towards future finance leadership opportunities.

Your new role

The Senior Commercial Accountant will provide commercial insight, financial leadership, and strategic challenge across the organisation. Working closely with Directors and senior stakeholders across commercial, operational, and finance functions, you will play a pivotal role in supporting growth, value creation, and business performance. Key responsibilities will include:

• Partnering with Director-level stakeholders across multiple business functions on strategic projects and initiatives.
• Providing commercial insight and financial analysis to support key business decisions.
• Managing the financial aspects of multiple projects, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.
• Supporting budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning processes.
• Delivering robust financial modelling, scenario analysis, and profitability assessments.
• Providing constructive challenge and recommendations to senior leadership teams.
• Identifying opportunities to enhance profitability and support sustainable business growth.
• Evaluating new commercial opportunities and supporting business case development.
• Driving consistency and continuous improvement across reporting, forecasting, and planning activities.
• Supporting strategic projects, acquisitions, and investment opportunities where required.

This is a highly visible role that will allow you to influence business performance and contribute directly to the future direction of a growing organisation.

What you'll need to succeed
To be considered for this opportunity, you will be a fully qualified ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent accountant. An experienced commercial finance professional with strong business partnering capability. Commercially focused, with a track record of delivering insight that drives business performance. Experienced in financial modelling, forecasting, budgeting, and strategic planning. A confident communicator with the ability to influence and challenge senior stakeholders. A strong relationship builder who can work effectively across multiple functions. Analytical, inquisitive, and naturally focused on identifying opportunities for improvement. Highly motivated, self-sufficient, and comfortable working within a fast-paced environment.

What you'll get in return,
You will receive a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. Hybrid and flexible working opportunities. Excellent pension and broader benefits offering. Exposure to senior leadership and strategic business projects. Significant scope to influence decision-making and business performance. Ongoing training, development, and career progression opportunities. The opportunity to join a growing organisation during a key period of investment and transformation. A collaborative and supportive culture where commercial finance plays a central role in shaping future success. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious finance professional seeking a genuine strategic business partnering role with clear progression prospects and the chance to make a measurable impact.

What you need to do now
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Desired Skills and Experience

Senior Commercial Accountant

Your new company

Hays are delighted to be retained on behalf of a leading NI-based group seeking to appoint a Senior Commercial Accountant to a strategic finance position. Following sustained growth and continued investment, the business is entering an exciting phase of commercial development, creating an opportunity for a commercially astute finance professional to become a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders across the organisation.Operating in a fast-paced and highly competitive environment, the business is focused on driving sustainable growth, improving profitability and evaluating future investment opportunities. This position offers exceptional exposure to Executive and Director-level stakeholders, making it an ideal move for an ambitious accountant looking to broaden their strategic influence and accelerate their career towards future finance leadership opportunities.

Your new role


The Senior Commercial Accountant will provide commercial insight, financial leadership, and strategic challenge across the organisation. Working closely with Directors and senior stakeholders across commercial, operational, and finance functions, you will play a pivotal role in supporting growth, value creation, and business performance. Key responsibilities will include:



Partnering with Director-level stakeholders across multiple business functions on strategic projects and initiatives.
Providing commercial insight and financial analysis to support key business decisions.
Managing the financial aspects of multiple projects, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.
Supporting budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning processes.
Delivering robust financial modelling, scenario analysis, and profitability assessments.
Providing constructive challenge and recommendations to senior leadership teams.
Identifying opportunities to enhance profitability and support sustainable business growth.
Evaluating new commercial opportunities and supporting business case development.
Driving consistency and continuous improvement across reporting, forecasting, and planning activities.
Supporting strategic projects, acquisitions, and investment opportunities where required.

This is a highly visible role that will allow you to influence business performance and contribute directly to the future direction of a growing organisation.

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