Embark on an exciting interim journey as the Interim Head of Commercial Finance for our major Services Organisation in Newcastle. This temporary role offers you the opportunity to make a significant impact on our financial operations, shaping the future of our company. With a competitive rate of circa £600 per day, you'll have the chance to showcase your exceptional financial acumen and strategic thinking.
The Role:
* Lead the financial planning cycle - Oversee annual budgeting, multi-year forecasts, and long-term financial plans that support the strategic objectives.
* Provide strategic financial insight to senior leadership - Act as a key adviser to the CFO, and executive board, translating financial data into actionable recommendations.
* Manage and develop the FP&A and Business Partnering functions - Lead the team, set analytical standards, and ensure high-quality reporting, forecasting, and business partnering across business units.
* Support operational decision-making - Provide financial modelling and analysis for new services, initiatives, capital projects and organisational changes.
* Monitor financial performance and risk - Track key financial indicators, identify variances, and recommend corrective actions.
* Lead internal reporting and insight - Produce management reports, dashboards, and narrative analysis for executive teams.
* Drive continuous improvement in financial processes - Enhance planning frameworks, forecasting models, and data systems to improve accuracy, efficiency, and transparency.
Preferred Requirements:
* Proven experience in leading commercial finance teams and driving strategic initiatives within large, complex organisations.
* Exceptional analytical skills and the ability to interpret complex financial data to inform decision-making.
* Proficiency in financial modelling, budgeting, and forecasting to optimize financial performance.
* Strong communication and stakeholder management skills (at board level) to effectively liaise with cross-functional teams.
* Adaptability and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
* Professional certification, such as ACCA, CIMA, or ACA, is highly desirable.
* Extensive experience in a commercial finance leadership role, preferably in a similar industry.
* Available to start by 1st April
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