Commercial Finance Manager

Wrightbus Ballymena, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom

Job type:
Permanent

Location:

Wrightbus

Closing date:
Thursday 08 Jan 2026 08:00

Wrightbus is the fastest growing production company in Europe. We are looking for a strong problem solver who can meet tight deadlines and work together as a team. 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 in a company that is expecting to increase market share substantially over the next 5 years.

• Lead financial modelling and analysis 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 sales on new fleet vehicles, remedial works and for any future technological initiatives.
• 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, across the spectrum of business functions and activities.

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
• Experience in contract tendering, bids or project finance (manufacturing experience a plus).
• Commercially astute with the ability to turn complex data into actionable insight.
• Strong financial modelling and advanced Excel skills.

• 4% bonus
• Life Insurance
• Medicash scheme
• Discount with local businesses e.g. Galgorm Spa Resort and McAtamney's.
• Free car parking
• Canteen
• Career progression
• Professional development
• Flexitime

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Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Finance and Sales

Motor Vehicle Manufacturing