Senior Commercial Finance Manager

Senior Commercial Finance Manager Hertfordshire (Hybrid) 12-Month Fixed Term Contract Up to £100K An established, fast-growing consumer-led organisation is seeking an experienced Senior Commercial Finance Manager to support a critical phase of commercial expansion. This role sits at the heart of customer and marketing decision-making, combining strategic insight with hands-on financial leadership. You will act as a trusted advisor to senior leaders, helping shape investment decisions through robust analysis, clear storytelling, and forward-looking forecasts. Managing and developing a small team, you'll also contribute to broader initiatives designed to improve performance, governance, and ways of working. Key Responsibilities * Operate as the lead finance partner to customer-facing and marketing functions * Provide clarity on returns from customer investment and growth initiatives * Take full ownership of marketing spend, including budgeting, forecasting, accruals, and variance analysis * Deliver insight-led performance reporting to support commercial decisions * Translate complex financial outcomes into clear, actionable messages for non-finance stakeholders * Own forecasting and strategic input across delivery income and subscription-style revenue streams * Support monthly reviews and planning cycles alongside FP&A and data analytics teams * Lead, coach, and develop senior finance talent and early-career professionals * Contribute to cross-functional projects and continuous improvement activity Candidate Profile * Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA) with solid post-qualification experience * Background in retail, FMCG, e-commerce, or similarly data-intensive environments * Demonstrable experience managing large investment budgets * Strong commercial acumen with the confidence to challenge senior stakeholders * Advanced Excel and financial modelling capability * Comfortable operating in fast-paced, evolving environments * Collaborative leader with a practical, solutions-oriented mindset What's on Offer * Salary range of £90,000 - £100,000 + Benefits * 12-month fixed-term contract, with potential for extension * Hybrid working model (typically 3 days onsite) * High visibility role during a pivotal growth period * Opportunity to influence customer strategy through close partnership with insight and analytics teams AGY - Vitae Financial Recruitment We Exist To Be Different - Membership NOT Registration