COMMERCIAL FINANCE DIRECTOR
PE backed | FMCG | Scale up
Hybrid working | Surrey
£110,000 + 25% Bonus + LTIPs
We Do Group are working with a PE backed FMCG group that’s scaling rapidly across Europe through acquisition and organic growth. The UK business is the engine room of the group’s success, and they’re now hiring a Finance Director UK to lead the regional finance function and act as the commercial driving force behind performance and profitability.
This isn’t a back office finance role. It’s about shaping strategy, influencing key decisions, and helping the business make smarter commercial calls every day.
Partnering with the senior leadership team to drive performance, shape strategy and unlock long term value. You’ll play a key role in guiding commercial decisions, improving margins and helping the business scale efficiently as it continues its high growth journey across the UK and Europe.
WISH LIST
* Experience in FMCG or Consumer Goods/ Product based businesses
* Qualified Accountant with strong Commercial Finance or FP&A experience
* Proven commercial mindset and confidence influencing at senior level
* Track record of driving EBITDA growth and measurable performance
* Hands on, curious, and comfortable operating in a scaling business
THE ROLE
* Partner closely with senior stakeholders across Group, Operations, and Finance to drive performance and profitability
* Lead business control activities including forecasting, budgeting, and cost management
* Challenge commercial assumptions and support investment decisions across multiple brands
* Identify and deliver EBITDA improvement and efficiency initiatives
* Ensure robust financial reporting and insight across a growing UK entity structure
* Support strategic decision making and long term growth planning
WHY JOIN?
* The UK is the fastest growing region in a global, PE backed FMCG group
* Huge commercial scope with direct impact on strategy, performance, and future exit planning
* Regular exposure to senior leadership and private equity stakeholders
* Competitive package including 25% bonus and LTIPs
If you’re looking for a Finance Director role with genuine commercial influence and pace, this is the one to talk about.