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Senior Commercial Manager

Senior Commercial Manager

Sauce Recruitment Ltd

Posted 14 days ago, valid for 7 hours

London, Greater London EC1R 0WX

Full Time

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Our client, a prominent player in the creative and media sector, is seeking a Senior Commercial Manager with at least 5 years of experience to manage a high-profile client portfolio.
The role involves overseeing the commercials for two smaller companies, leading a team of three Client Accountants, and ensuring profitability and cashflow management.
Candidates should have experience in commercial finance within advertising or media, strong leadership skills, and excellent communication abilities.
A qualified accountant designation (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) is preferred but not essential for this hands-on position.
The salary for this role is competitive and commensurate with experience.

Our client, a leading player in the creative and media sector, is looking for an experienced Senior Commercial Manager to take ownership of a high-profile client portfolio and business unit.In this role, you’ll oversee the commercials for two of the agency’s smaller companies, manage a selection of key clients, and lead a Client Accountant team of three, who handle billings, debtors, cashflow, and WIP. It’s a hands-on role with real scope to make an impact across the business. What you’ll be doing

Taking full commercial ownership of your client portfolio, ensuring forecasting, approvals, and profitability are on point.
Working closely with business units to review rate cards, approve resourcing, and run regular fee meetings.
Supporting new business pitches with clear, accurate commercial data.
Overseeing WIP reviews, debtors, credit insurance, and cashflow forecasting.
Leading and developing your team of three Client Accountants, managing workloads and supporting professional growth.
Looking for ways to improve reporting, streamline processes, and provide actionable insights to the wider business.

What we’re looking for

Experience in commercial finance within advertising, media, or the creative sector, ideally with ownership of a client portfolio.
Knowledge of WIP, debtors, credit control, and cashflow management.
Strong leadership skills with experience managing small teams.
Commercially aware, organised, and able to juggle multiple priorities.
Excellent communication skills and confident working with senior stakeholders.
Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) is a plus but not essential.

Why this role is greatThis is a chance to join a well-respected creative and media business where finance is central to decision-making. You’ll have autonomy, visibility, and the opportunity to make a real difference across the business. Send your CV to .

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