Head of Commercial Finance

An opportunity has arisen to join an international fashion retail brand as the Head of Commercial Finance. A highly successful brand within its market, it has ambitious plans to grow over the coming years and this position is responsible for providing financial support and analysis in all commercial decisions, as well as detailed strategic planning.

Heading up commercial finance in its entirety and managing the financial team, this role requires a commercially savvy individual who is adept in analytical thinking in order to help take the company forward. Working in a super fast paced and dynamic environment, they will need to ensure that teams are supporting the growth of the business, including expansion into new territories and the establishment of commercial analysis to support new operations. Experience of supervising a team is essential as this is an integral aspect of this all encompassing role.

Therefore, the candidate needs to be a strong communicator, have confident interpersonal skills and be able to work within non finance functions. Retail or multi site background experience is a must and experience in a fashion company is preferable. You will be depended upon for financial insight and play a key role in strategic decision making that will determine the performance of the Group, so good business awareness is essential.

Applicants will ideally be a qualified accountant who can demonstrate excellence in financial performance and have the ability to approach their tasks in a holistic and forward thinking way.

Please understand that due to the expected high number of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted directly.

Marks Sattin Executive Search is part of a leading specialist financial recruitment business with offices in six countries around the world. We form an integral part of the FiveTen Group, which is rapidly expanding globally. Our team exclusively recruits CFO's and FD's into business across a wide range of sectors, mostly focused on change (including exit and growth). We continue to expand our network; providing finance professionals PE backed, privately owned and listed businesses.