• £100k - 120k per year + Bonus & Benefits

CMA Executive is proud to be partnering with this iconic British brand, renowned for its adventurous spirit and strong commitment to sustainability. They are now seeking a Head of Commercial Finance.

This newly created role offers a unique opportunity to step into a high-impact leadership position within a dynamic, fast-paced, and rapidly growing organisation. As Head of Commercial Finance, you will work in close partnership with the CEO, Finance Director, and wider executive team to shape and drive the financial strategy of the business.

You will lead the commercial finance function, evolving it into a best-in-class capability that delivers strategic insight and commercial rigour. With a remit spanning retail, e-commerce, and wholesale, your team will play a critical role in enabling sustainable growth, maximising profitability, and enhancing operational efficiency across all commercial channels.

What will the Head of Commercial Finance role involve?

We are looking for a commercially astute and strategic Head of Commercial Finance to join their senior leadership team. You’ll play a pivotal role in shaping financial strategy, driving profitable growth, and providing analytical support to business leaders across global operations.

This is a high-impact role suited to someone who thrives in a dynamic retail environment and has a passion for combining financial insight with commercial acumen.

Key Responsibilities:

• Business Partnering: Work closely with key stakeholders across Buying, Merchandising, Retail, E-commerce, and Marketing to provide commercial finance support and challenge.
• Strategic Planning: Lead budgeting, forecasting and long-term planning processes, ensuring alignment with overall business goals.
• Performance Analysis: Deliver actionable insights to drive trading performance, margin improvement, and cost efficiency.
• Leadership: Manage and develop a high-performing Commercial Finance team.
• Decision Support: Provide clear, data-driven recommendations to support pricing, promotions, store investments, and digital strategy.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Influence at all levels, including presenting regularly to the CFO and Executive team.

Suitable Candidate for the Head of Commercial Finance vacancy:

• ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified (or equivalent) with substantial PQE.
• Proven experience in a senior Commercial Finance role in a multichannel retail environment.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and drive decision-making.
• Confident communicator and natural business partner.
• Experience leading and developing finance teams.
• Energetic, collaborative and passionate about fashion, lifestyle or consumer brands.

Additional benefits and information for the role of Head of Commercial Finance:

• A fast-paced, creative and collaborative working environment.
• Competitive salary and benefits.
• Hybrid working options.
• 50% staff discount and generous holiday entitlement.
• Opportunities to grow and develop your career with a brand that values innovation and individuality.
• A workplace that celebrates diversity and champions wellbeing.

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