Commercial Finance Manager (FTC)

Marks Sattin (UK) Ltd; London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

A global consumer brand is seeking a hands-on Commercial Finance Manager for a 13-14 month maternity cover FTC in West London. The candidate will be responsible for OPEX budgeting, forecasting, and delivering month-end reporting, while overseeing one direct report. This role demands strong stakeholder engagement in a fast-paced environment. A competitive salary of £70k plus a 10% bonus is offered, along with private healthcare and additional benefits.

Benefits

Private healthcare

10% bonus

Pension

Qualifications

• Experience in a commercial finance role is essential.
• Strong analytical skills and financial acumen.
• Competence in managing and developing team members.

Responsibilities

• Lead budgeting and forecasting cycles across cost areas.
• Deliver month-end reporting and variance analysis.
• Prepare and post journals for actuals.
• Own monthly cost reviews with department heads.
• Manage and develop one direct report.
• Support broader finance team during month-end close.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

OPEX budgeting

Variance analysis

Forecasting

Job description

Commercial Finance Manager - 13-14 Month FTC | £70k + bonus | West London | Start Aug/Sept

We're working with a well-known global consumer brand seeking a hands-on Commercial Finance Manager to join on a 13-14 month maternity cover FTC. The role is set to start between mid-August and early September.

About the role:

This is a classic commercial finance role focused on partnering with department leads across Marketing, People, Product, Digital, and more. You'll be responsible for owning OPEX budgeting, forecasting, monthly variance analysis, and cost centre reviews. Ideal for someone confident working in a fast-paced, high-growth environment with strong stakeholder engagement skills.

Key responsibilities:

• Lead budgeting and forecasting cycles across central cost areas
• Deliver month-end reporting, variance analysis, and reforecasting
• Prepare and post journals for actuals
• Own monthly cost reviews with department heads
• Manage and develop one direct report
• Support broader finance team during month-end close

Working model:

• 3 days a week in the office (West London)
• Flexible start/finish times
• Dynamic, collaborative team culture

Package:

• £70,000 base salary
• 10% bonus
• Private healthcare, benefits & pension

Start date:

• Mid-August to September. Interviews currently underway.

If you're open to new opportunities or know someone who might be a fit, feel free to reach out or get in touch directly for more detail.

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