Are you a commercially minded finance professional ready to make a real impact? Join one of London's leading bus operators and help shape the success of contracts that keep the capital moving.

We're looking for a Commercial Financial Manager to drive the financial and commercial performance of our business through contract tendering, bid support and operational analysis. This is a high-profile role where your expertise will directly influence our growth and success.

What you'll do:

• Lead financial modelling and analysis for Transport for London (TfL) and other contract tenders.
• Partner with Commercial and Operations teams to develop competitive, well-structured bids.
• Provide scenario planning, sensitivity analysis and risk assessments for strategic decisions.
• Monitor contract performance, identifying opportunities to improve profitability and operations.
• Prepare business cases and investment appraisals for fleet, depot and technology initiatives.
• Manage and develop a direct report, ensuring high standards and career growth.
• Drive continuous improvement in financial processes, reporting and decision-making.
• Support month-end delivery and succession planning across the finance team.
• Act as a trusted business partner, influencing commercial and operational decisions.

What we're looking for:

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
• Strong financial modelling and advanced Excel skills.
• Experience in contract tendering, bids or project finance (transport experience a plus).
• Commercially astute with the ability to turn complex data into actionable insight.
• Confident communicator able to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Proven leadership skills, with a track record of developing people.
• Resilient, detail-focused and able to thrive under pressure.

Vacancy Closes: 03/10/2025