Interim Head of Commercial Finance

Interim Head of Commercial Finance

Location: Coventry (5 days on site)
Day Rate: £(Apply online only) 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

• Fully qualified (ACA / ACCA / CIMA).
• Strong commercial finance and FP&A background.
• Proven stakeholder influence at senior level.
• Excellent modelling and analysis skills.
• Comfortable working at pace in a hands-on interim role.
• Experience in PE-backed or fast-moving environments beneficial.

Please do not apply unless you are happy to commit to 5 days on site.