Interim Head of Commercial Finance

Embark on an exciting interim journey as the Interim Head of Commercial Finance for our major Services Organisation in Newcastle. This temporary role offers you the opportunity to make a significant impact on our financial operations, shaping the future of our company. With a competitive rate of circa £600 per day, you'll have the chance to showcase your exceptional financial acumen and strategic thinking. The Role:

• Lead the financial planning cycle - Oversee annual budgeting, multi-year forecasts, and long-term financial plans that support the strategic objectives.
• Provide strategic financial insight to senior leadership - Act as a key adviser to the CFO, and executive board, translating financial data into actionable recommendations.
• Manage and develop the FP&A and Business Partnering functions - Lead the team, set analytical standards, and ensure high-quality reporting, forecasting, and business partnering across business units.
• Support operational decision-making - Provide financial modelling and analysis for new services, initiatives, capital projects and organisational changes.
• Monitor financial performance and risk - Track key financial indicators, identify variances, and recommend corrective actions.
• Lead internal reporting and insight - Produce management reports, dashboards, and narrative analysis for executive teams.
• Drive continuous improvement in financial processes - Enhance planning frameworks, forecasting models, and data systems to improve accuracy, efficiency, and transparency.

• Proven experience in leading commercial finance teams and driving strategic initiatives within large, complex organisations.
• Exceptional analytical skills and the ability to interpret complex financial data to inform decision-making.
• Proficiency in financial modelling, budgeting, and forecasting to optimize financial performance.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills (at board level) to effectively liaise with cross-functional teams.
• Adaptability and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

• Professional certification, such as ACCA, CIMA, or ACA, is highly desirable.
• Extensive experience in a commercial finance leadership role, preferably in a similar industry.
• Available to start by 1st April