Interim Senior Finance Business Partner

Cedar; London; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Interim Senior Finance Business Partner for a 10-month fixed-term contract in Central London. This role focuses on supporting the Marketing leadership team with strategic decision-making and managing significant budgets. The ideal candidate will possess a formal accountancy qualification and have over five years of experience in commercial finance, particularly in marketing contexts. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic technology environment, contributing to process optimization and driving financial efficiency. With a hybrid work model, you'll enjoy flexibility while collaborating with high-performing teams.

Qualifications

• 5+ years post-qualified experience in finance.
• Experience partnering with Marketing and Commercial teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead finance business partner to Marketing leadership team.
• Manage substantial Marketing & Advertising spend.

Skills

Commercial Finance Expertise

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Budget Management

Process Improvement

Education

Formal Accountancy Qualification (ACA/CIMA/ACCA)

Job description

Cedar is currently partnered with a leading Consumer Technology business to secure an Interim Senior Finance Business Partner, based in Central London. This is a 10-month fixed-term contract role, offering 90,000 - 100,000.

The Company
A global Consumer Technology business and recognisable household name, this is a rapidly evolving organisation, with a strong focus on process optimisation, innovation, and commercial excellence within its UK operations.

The Role
As Interim Senior Finance Business Partner, you will:

• Act as the lead finance business partner to the Marketing leadership team, supporting strategic decision-making.
• Own and manage a substantial Marketing & Advertising spend, ensuring rigorous reporting and forecasting.
• Assess Marketing effectiveness, challenging spend decisions and driving return on investment.
• Lead on planning and forecasting processes, aligning marketing investments with business objectives and campaign strategies.
• Drive continuous improvement in reporting quality, streamline manual workflows, and enhance the efficiency of finance processes.

Your Profile
You will ideally have:

• A formal accountancy qualification (e.g. ACA / CIMA / ACCA) with 5+ years post-qualified experience.
• Proven expertise within Commercial Finance, with previous exposure partnering Marketing, Commercial or Creative teams.
• Strong analytical and communication skills, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders and hold them accountable.
• Experience managing large-scale P&L budgets and delivering actionable insights.
• A proactive, adaptable approach with a keen eye for improving processes and systems.
• A collaborative mindset and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving business environment.
• Availability to begin on short notice.

Compensation & Benefits
In addition to a salary of 90,000 - 100,000, this 10-month FTC role as Senior Finance Business Partner offers the opportunity to work in one of the world's most dynamic Technology companies, surrounded by high-performing teams and an inclusive, innovative culture.

Their Central London office has easy access to major transport links, and the role is offered on a hybrid basis. The team typically attend the office 2-3 days per week.