Interim Director of Commercial Finance

Baker Charles; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading multi-site brand is seeking an Interim Director of Commercial Finance for a 9-month fixed-term contract in Central London. This pivotal role will set the strategic direction for the commercial finance team, ensuring robust financial insights across operations. You will drive improvements in reporting, manage investment appraisals for new store openings, and mentor a talented finance team. Ideal candidates will be qualified accountants with a strong background in commercial finance, capable of leading teams and engaging with non-finance stakeholders. Join this dynamic organization and make a significant impact on their financial strategy.

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with ACA, ACCA, or CIMA.
• Extensive experience in commercial finance in multi-site businesses.

Responsibilities

• Set strategic direction for the commercial finance team.
• Manage investment appraisals for new store openings.
• Lead analysis and annual strategic planning process.

Skills

Commercial Finance Management

Investment Appraisals

Team Leadership

Stakeholder Management

Strategic Planning

Financial Reporting

Education

ACA

ACCA

CIMA

Job description

Full Job Description

Interim Director of Commercial Finance

9 Month FTC

3 Days office based - Central London

A leading multi-site brand requires an Interim Director of Commercial Finance for a 9-month FTC. This role will set the strategic direction of the commercial finance team, partnering with the operations director to deliver insights across operations and other departments.

As the Interim Director of Commercial Finance, you will continuously improve reporting, manage and produce investment appraisals for new store openings, partner with the property director, and lead analysis, modelling, and the annual strategic planning process. You will also develop, support, and mentor the commercial finance team.

This role requires a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with extensive commercial finance experience within a multi-site consumer business. You must have a proven track record of leading teams, managing non-finance stakeholders, and be a curious, self-confident communicator capable of building strong relationships.