Interim Head of Commercial Finance
Location: Coventry (5 days on site)
Day Rate: £450-500 per day
Duration: 3-6 months
Start Date: Immediately
Overview
SF are working with a well-established Coventry based business who are looking for an Interim Head of Commercial Finance to support the SLT and lead the Commercial Finance/FP&A function. The role focuses on improving performance, strengthening financial visibility, and supporting decision-making during a period of change. A hands-on, commercially strong interim is needed.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead budgeting, forecasting, and management reporting.
* Provide commercial insight to the senior leadership team.
* Drive margin improvement, cost control, and performance analysis.
* Build models for pricing, investment appraisal, and scenario planning.
* Partner with operational and commercial teams on key decisions.
* Strengthen financial governance, controls, and risk management.
* Manage and guide a small Commercial Finance/FP&A team.
Requirements
1. Fully qualified (ACA / ACCA / CIMA).
2. Strong commercial finance and FP&A background.
3. Proven stakeholder influence at senior level.
4. Excellent modelling and analysis skills.
5. Comfortable working at pace in a hands-on interim role.
6. Experienc...