Interim Senior Commercial Finance Manager

Vitae Financial Recruitment; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking an Interim Senior Commercial Finance Manager in Central London. This role involves strategic financial analysis and stakeholder influence within a consumer-driven brand, offering a competitive daily rate. Candidates should be ACA, CIMA, or ACCA qualified with strong analytical skills and available to start at short notice. The position allows for hybrid working, with in-office presence required two days a week.

Qualifications

• Experienced commercial finance leader.
• Hands-on, solutions-focused mindset.
• Available at short notice for interim role.

Responsibilities

• Conduct strategic financial analysis to drive performance.
• Influence stakeholders with clear presentations.
• Lead process improvements in financial operations.

Skills

Strategic Financial Analysis

Stakeholder Influence

Clear Communication

Data & Reporting Tools

Process Improvement

Agility & Ownership

Risk Management

Education

ACA, CIMA, ACCA Qualified

Tools

Excel

Google Sheets

Tableau

Power BI

Domo

Job description

Interim Senior Commercial Finance Manager, 450- 500p/day (Umbrella)

Location: Central London, Hybrid working 2 days a week

Sector: Consumer-led brand

Contract: Interim, circa 6-12 months

We're partnering with a high-profile, consumer-driven brand to appoint an Interim Senior Commercial Finance Manager. Based in Central London, this hands-on role offers a unique opportunity to influence commercial strategy and performance across a fast-paced, multi-unit business model.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Financial Analysis: Apply strong financial and analytical skills to interpret complex data sets, including cash flow, profitability, and leverage metrics. Translate insights into actionable strategies that drive business performance.
• Stakeholder Influence & Coaching: Build trusted relationships across functions and regions. Influence at senior levels while also coaching towards sustainable financial improvement.
• Clear Communication: Present financial insights in a compelling, digestible manner for non-finance stakeholders. Your ability to simplify complexity will be key to influencing decision-makers.
• Data & Reporting Tools: Advanced Excel or Google Sheets skills are essential, alongside proficiency with tools like Tableau, Power BI, or Domo. You'll develop and interpret performance dashboards and scorecards.
• Process Improvement & Project Management: Drive enhancements to financial planning, reporting, and compliance processes. You'll lead or support cross-market initiatives to streamline and optimise commercial finance operations.
• Agility & Ownership: Thrive in a fast-moving, evolving environment. You'll need a high degree of adaptability, initiative, and ownership to succeed in this interim capacity.
• Risk & Debt Management: Lead aged debt recovery and manage financial risk. Engage directly with underperforming areas to implement turnaround strategies and improve outcomes.

Who We're Looking For:

You're an experienced commercial finance leader (ACA, CIMA, ACCA Qualified) with a hands-on, solutions-focused mindset. Whether you're coming from a multi-site retail or hospitality background, you know how to blend strategic insight with operational execution. You're available at short notice and confident stepping into a business-critical interim role where you can add immediate value.

Vitae Financial Recruitment Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.