Senior Commercial Finance Manager

Posted 17 July 2025
Salary £400 - £450 per day
LocationCity of London
Job type Temporary
Discipline Accounting & Finance
ReferenceJG-SCFM-E_1752762254

Job description

Are you a hands-on commercial finance professional with experience in contract catering or a similar fast-paced, operational environment? This business is looking for someone who can make an immediate impact during a critical period of trading and planning.

Joining on an initial 3-month contract, you'll work closely with the Head of Commercial Finance to support decision-making across Sales and Operations. This is a high-impact role, ideal for someone who's used to rolling up their sleeves and getting stuck in from day one.

The Role


You'll be a key commercial partner to the Sales and Operational teams, delivering actionable insights and supporting financial decision-making. Key responsibilities include:

  • Collaborating with Sales and Ops to analyse performance and provide real-time commercial insights

  • Leading budgeting, forecasting, and reforecasting processes during a key trading period

  • Reviewing and refining sales reporting tools, pipeline tracking, and investment case analysis

  • Producing clear and accurate reporting for senior leadership and contributing to strategic discussions

  • Bringing a proactive, solutions-focused mindset to day-to-day challenges and opportunities

About You

  • Fully qualified accountant (CIMA / ACCA / ACA)

  • Strong commercial finance experience, ideally within contract catering, hospitality, or multi-site environments

  • Proven ability to influence and challenge senior stakeholders

  • Confident working at pace, with minimal hand-holding-able to add value quickly

  • Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills

What's On Offer?

  • 3-month contract with scope to deliver meaningful impact

  • Opportunity to work with a fast-moving, high-performing commercial finance team

  • Hybrid working setup

  • A varied, engaging role in a business that values strong business partnering and financial insight