Head of Commercial Finance

2 days ago


Leicester, Leicester, United Kingdom Poundstretcher Full time
About the Role

Poundstretcher is seeking a highly experienced finance professional to join our senior leadership team as the Head of Commercial Finance. As a pivotal member of our team, you will be responsible for providing expert financial insights, strategic guidance, and leadership across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead, mentor, and develop the Commercial Finance team, cultivating a high-performance culture that encourages innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement
  • Act as a strategic advisor to the CFO and senior management, providing insights and recommendations on financial matters that impact the company's commercial activities
  • Collaborate closely with commercial, operational, and marketing teams to develop and implement strategies that maximise profitability, drive revenue growth, and improve cost efficiencies
  • Oversee the financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes, ensuring that they align with the company's strategic goals
  • Develop and refine financial models to assess the viability and impact of new business initiatives, investments, and projects
  • Stay ahead of market trends and competitor activity, identifying potential opportunities and risks
  • Ensure the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial reporting, maintaining full compliance with all regulatory requirements and internal policies
About You

The ideal candidate will be a highly experienced finance professional with a robust background in commercial finance, particularly within the discount retail or FMCG sectors. You will have a proven track record in a senior commercial finance role, with exceptional analytical skills and the ability to interpret complex data and translate it into actionable business strategies.

You will also have extensive experience in financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and analysis, with a professional qualification such as ACA, ACCA, or CIMA. At Poundstretcher, we offer a dynamic and supportive work environment, with opportunities for career growth and development.



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