Job Description
Senior Commercial Finance Manager – Ecommerce & Marketing
£90,000 - £100,000
London
Are you a Qualified Accountant with strong Ecommerce, Digital or
Marketing finance experience, looking to own the numbers behind a
household-name retailer's next phase of growth? Aila Recruitment
is working exclusively with a globally recognised fashion
retailer to appoint a Senior Commercial Finance Manager on a
permanent basis.
About the Company:
* A large Retailer, trading across all channels with exciting
digital and international growth
* Significant investment in digital and stores to support
long-term commercial growth
* Strong future operating model in a sharper, more agile
environment
The Role:
Reporting to the Head of Commercial Finance, you'll be the
finance lead for the Ecommerce channel, international Wholesale
partnerships and the central Marketing function. This is a
genuine business partnering role with real ownership.
The role requires a strong understanding of digital retail
dynamics and the ability to work cross-
functionally with Ecommerce, Marketing and Senior leadership
teams.
Key Responsibilities:
* Own the budgeting, forecasting and financial planning processes
for Ecommerce, Wholesale and central Marketing
* Analyse digital trading performance, highlighting the key
drivers of variance to budget and forecast across all online and
B2B channels
* Monitor digital and marketing KPIs, identify trends and
challenge stakeholders on performance marketing spend and ROI
across both brand and performance investment
* Partner with commercial teams to evaluate new initiatives,
product launches and promotional activity, including cost-benefit
analysis and post-implementation review
* Support pricing and discounting strategy through financial
modelling and margin analysis
* Deliver insightful reporting focused on the narrative behind
the numbers with a clear drive to move things forward
* Build strong relationships across Ecommerce, Marketing,
Wholesale and Tech to influence decisions and drive financial
outcomes.
* Lead and mentor the team, fostering a culture of collaboration,
accountability and professional growth.
The Ideal Candidate:
- Qualified with a minimum of 5 years PQE
- Several years' experience in an Ecommerce, Digital or Marketing
Finance role, partnering cross-functional digital and marketing
stakeholders.
* Advanced Excel and a track record of building accurate
financial models from scratch
* Able to produce concise, visually clear presentations that land
with the reader without further explanation
* Commercially curious and able to draw conclusions and propose
recommendations
* A balanced approach to challenging stakeholders at every level,
always grounded in accurate analysis.
* Proven track record of driving business results through
financial insight and strategic planning.
What they Offer:
- £90,000 - £100,000
- Bonus of up to 30%.
- £4,000 car allowance.
- 7.5% pension scheme and AXA private medical insurance.
- Many more great benefits
- 2 days in London, 3 remote
How to Apply:
We want to hear from you if you're excited about this opportunity
and believe you have what it takes to excel in this role. Apply
now for further information.
Aila Recruitment:
Aila is a specialist finance recruitment business dedicated to
providing the best jobs to the best people. We operate as an
extended arm of our client's business and a career coach for our
candidates' ongoing development.
Senior Commercial Finance Manager - Ecomm in London employer: Aila Recruitment
Aila Recruitment offers a dynamic and supportive work environment in Watford, where employees are encouraged to grow and develop their skills. With a focus on collaboration and innovation, the company provides excellent benefits and opportunities for professional advancement, making it an ideal place for finance professionals looking to make a meaningful impact.
