Head of Commercial Finance

Marc Daniels are recruiting on behalf of a fast growing, highly acquisitive Media business for an exceptional Head of Commercial Finance.

This is a high-profile leadership role sitting at the heart of one of the UK’s most recognised Media businesses, partnering closely with commercial leadership to drive growth, profitability and strategic decision-making.

As a trusted business partner, you will influence key commercial decisions, challenge strategy, oversee financial performance and help shape the future direction of a dynamic and fast-growing portfolio.

• Act as a core member of the Commercial leadership team, influencing commercial strategy and key business decisions.
• Take ownership of gross margin performance across the division
• Lead budgeting, forecasting and long-range planning activities.
• Develop and enhance pricing strategies using financial and market insights.
• Evaluate commercial trading deals, investment opportunities and commission structures.
• Drive profitability and cost optimisation initiatives across the business.
• Ensure robust financial governance, controls and reporting standards.
• Partner with FP&A and wider finance functions to deliver consistent performance tracking.
• Build, lead and develop a high-performing commercial finance team.
• Deliver insightful analysis to support strategic business growth.

We are seeking an experienced finance leader with:

• A proven track record in a senior commercial finance position.
• Strong experience influencing senior stakeholders and executive leadership teams.
• Outstanding commercial acumen with the ability to drive profitability and value creation.
• Advanced financial modelling, forecasting and analytical skills.
• Experience working within a highly commercial environment.
• Strong understanding of pricing strategy, commercial frameworks and performance optimisation.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• A collaborative leadership style with experience managing and developing talented teams.

• Opportunity to shape the financial performance of a major audio business.
• Significant exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision-making.
• A highly visible role with genuine influence on commercial outcomes.
• Collaborative, innovative and fast-paced culture.
• Excellent career progression opportunities within a leading organisation.