Interim Commercial Finance Manager

Job Description

This is a rare opportunity to join a highly recognisable, fast-paced consumer-facing business with a global footprint. Operating at the heart of a dynamic and creative sector, the organisation delivers high-profile projects and experiences that engage millions of customers worldwide.

As the business continues to evolve, they are seeking an experienced finance manager to join on an initial 6-month contract, taking ownership of a talented finance team while partnering closely with senior commercial stakeholders.

Reporting into senior leadership, you will lead a team of qualified and part-qualified finance professionals whilst acting as a trusted business partner across a range of commercial and operational functions. Responsibilities will include:

• Leading the month-end close and financial reporting process
• Managing forecasting, budgeting and commercial performance analysis
• Partnering with senior stakeholders to support strategic decision-making
• Driving financial controls, reconciliations and process improvements
• Supporting business planning, modelling and commercial evaluations
• Leading and developing a high-performing finance team
• Working across multiple projects, ensuring accurate reporting and insightful analysis
• Supporting tax, compliance and governance requirements
• This role would particularly suit someone from a media, entertainment, events, advertising or wider creative industry background looking for an opportunity to broaden their leadership responsibilities and gain exposure to a high-profile, commercially focused organisation.

• ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified
• Experience operating at Finance Business Partner, Finance Manager or Senior Finance Manager level
• Strong team leadership and people management experience
• Proven ability to business partner with senior non-finance stakeholders
• A commercial mindset with the ability to influence decision-making
• Excellent month-end, reporting and financial control experience
• Strong forecasting, budgeting and analytical skills
• Advanced Excel and finance systems knowledge
• A proactive, hands-on approach and the ability to thrive in a fast-moving environment

• Opportunity to join a recognised and highly respected brand
• Visible and impactful leadership role
• Exposure to senior executives and key strategic decisions
• Chance to lead and develop an established finance team
• Fast-paced, commercially focused environment
• 6-month contract with the opportunity to leave a lasting legacy
• If you’re a qualified finance professional from a media, creative, entertainment or consumer-focused background looking for your next impactful interim assignment, we’d love to hear from you.