Head of Commercial Finance

4 days ago


Northampton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom Eutopia Search Full time

Eutopia Search is exclusively partnering with an
FMCG Manufacturing
business on the outskirts of Northamptonshire, to appoint a
Head of Commercial Finance
. This is a hybrid role, with two days a week in the office.

In the position of
Head of Commercial Finance
, you'll play a key role in driving financial performance, planning, and decision-making across various stakeholders. Reporting into the Commercial Finance Director, you'll deliver insight, ensure strong financial governance, and support value creation.

This is a highly visible, business-facing role that suits someone who thrives in a fast-moving, collaborative environment, with the confidence to analyse, challenge, and influence decisions.

Key Responsibilities

  • Act as a Senior finance business partner to senior commercial stakeholders, supporting performance improvement and informed decision-making.
  • Lead reporting, forecasting, budgeting, and performance analysis, turning complex data into clear insights.
  • Provide constructive challenge and drive accountability for financial outcomes.
  • Identify risks and opportunities early and work with cross-functional teams to address them.
  • Champion ROI and improve the effectiveness of commercial investment and pricing decisions
  • Champion continuous improvement across FP&A processes, systems, and reporting.
  • Lead, coach and develop a high-performing team — building capability and driving continuous improvement

Experience & Skills

  • Qualified accountant (CIMA/ACA/ACCA or equivalent) with proven commercial business partnering experience
  • Ideally, experience within FMCG manufacturing — such as food, beverages, snacks, confectionery, or personal care products
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate complex financial data into actionable insight.
  • Commercially aware and strategically minded, with experience influencing senior stakeholders.
  • Proactive, resilient, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

Salary

Competitive base salary (£85,000–£95,000), with up to 20% annual bonus potential and a full suite of benefits.



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