Head of Commercial Finance

We Do Group; Wimbledon; On-site; GBP 95,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Exceptional Benefits

Flexible Working

Job summary

A leading consumer-focused brand in Wimbledon is seeking a Head of Commercial Finance. This pivotal role involves leading the FP&A function, fostering innovative thinking, and optimizing strategic financial planning. Ideal candidates will be Qualified Accountants with experience in eCommerce or retail, possessing strong capabilities in Excel and PowerBI. The position offers a salary of £95,000 - £110,000 plus exceptional benefits.

Qualifications

• Strong FP&A and Commercial Finance background.
• Experience in eCommerce, Retail, FMCG, or consumer-focused sectors.
• A fast-tracked progressive career to date.

Responsibilities

• Lead the FP&A function and manage strategic planning and budgets.
• Drive best-in-class forecasting and reporting.
• Design new planning processes ensuring consistency and automation.

Skills

Innovative thinking

Mentoring

Commercial finance insight

Excel proficiency

PowerBI skills

Education

Qualified Accountant (ACA or Equivalent)

Job description

Overview

This range is provided by We Do Group. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Head of Commercial Finance – join one of the most innovative and consumer-focused brands globally as their new Head of Commercial Finance. This is one of the most exciting finance roles being recruited at this level across Europe and offers a path through to Finance Director.

If you're a creative thinker, a natural leader, and someone who thrives on adding strategic value and fostering innovation, this role could really appeal to you. The business prioritises people and values inclusivity, with a culture that celebrates diversity. They support a collaborative environment with autonomy and resources to excel, seeking individuals who embody creative thinking and improvement. You will have the chance to partner with an exceptional CFO and the wider executive leadership team.

Key Responsibilities

• Innovative thinking and problem solving.
• Developing and mentoring a bright and engaged FP&A and Commercial Finance Team.
• Lead the FP&A function, fostering a reputation of exceptional insights and business partnering.
• Drive and own best-in-class planning and forecasting.
• Manage all strategic planning, budgets and analysis.
• Continually use commercial finance to drive strategic improvements and growth.
• Have a passion for BI reporting tools and systems.
• Deliver best-in-class forecasting, reporting, and growth strategies.
• Develop and deliver quarterly P&L plans and analysis.
• Design and implement new planning processes for the business, ensuring consistency, automation, and repeatability.
• Lead weekly operational finance reporting meetings with key stakeholders, holding the business accountable for financial performance.
• Contribute to weekly business reviews, providing insights and strategies for improving sales and profitability.
• Have a strong accounting and reporting grounding.
• Advanced Excel and PowerBI skills.
• Present and influence at board level.
• Direct support the leadership team including the CEO, COO, CFO and CMO.

Your Profile & Qualifications

• Qualified Accountant (ACA or Equivalent).
• Strong FP&A and Commercial Finance background.
• A fast-tracked and progressive career to date.
• Experience in eCommerce, Retail, FMCG or very consumer-focused sectors.
• A commercial mindset and an innovative thinker.

Compensation

• £95,000 - £110,000 + Exceptional Benefits and Flexible Working.