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• Lead commercial finance role for a major UK division in a global FMCG group
• High-impact role with direct access to senior leadership and decision-makers

Our client is a global consumer goods company with a strong portfolio of household brands and a reputation for innovation, quality, and ethical leadership. The UK business operates across multiple channels and product categories, with a collaborative culture and a focus on commercial excellence and operational efficiency.

Reporting to the Head of Finance, the Commercial Financial Controller will:

• Lead monthly analysis of financial results and key performance drivers
• Own the annual planning and forecasting process across the UK division
• Partner with sales, marketing, and supply chain to support commercial decisions
• Oversee financial governance of promotional and marketing accruals
• Lead financial assessment of new product development and launches
• Manage SG&A and manufacturing cost centre forecasting and reporting
• Own the intercompany P&L and ensure profitability is understood
• Line manage the Commercial Accountant and lead finance improvement projects

The successful Commercial Financial Controller will be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA) with:

• Significant experience in commercial finance, ideally within FMCG or consumer goods
• Strong FP&A and commercial finance background
• Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and drive decision-making
• Experience managing teams and leading transformation projects
• High level of analytical thinking and commercial acumen.

Salary: Competitive salary with above average benefits including

• Car allowance:
• Excellent Bonus Potential: up to 30% performance related bonus + 10% LTI
• Pension: 9% matched contribution scheme
• Hybrid working: Based in South East Kent 2-3 days/week
• 24 days holiday + opportunity to buy or sell up to 3)
• Medical cashback scheme + optional private medical cover
• 37-hour week with earlier finish on Fridays