Head of commercial finance

SF Executive is partnered with a private equity backed, manufacturing business that is seeking a Head of Commercial Finance (HCF). You will report to Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) and have a dotted line to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO). The HCF must thrive in an ultra-fast-paced, dynamic environment, demonstrating agility, resilience, and the ability to robustly challenge and influence senior stakeholders. The role demands superior analytical capabilities, a relentless focus on profitable growth and cash generation, and the ability to lead a lean, high-performing team The HCF will be responsible for the following. - Accountable for the commercial financial strategy for the business and supporting the CCO in financial value creation - Oversee weekly and monthly operations financial reporting processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness and which are action-oriented - Design, implement and continuously improve reporting system throughout the business to ensure that stakeholders get the right data and insights in a timely and actionable manner - Responsible for the commercial budget and forecasting process, including sales, trade promotions, gross margins and marketing spend - Working with the Group Financial Control, ensure ongoing monitoring of key controls in the areas of commercial finance to provide reasonable assurance to the board that the system of internal controls is fit for purpose - Ensure appropriate business p...