At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive strategic decisions and improve commercial performance in a major business unit.
- Company: Join a leading organisation with a focus on growth and profitability.
- Benefits: Hybrid working, competitive salary, and opportunities for professional development.
- Other info: Exciting opportunity for ambitious finance leaders to make a real impact.
- Why this job: Shape commercial strategy and influence key stakeholders in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Qualified Accountant with experience in Commercial Finance and team leadership.
The predicted salary is between 90000 - 110000 £ per year.
- Head of Commercial Finance / Senior Finance Business Partner
- Derbyshire - Hybrid
SF Partners have an exciting & exclusive opportunity for a commercially focused finance leader to join an outstanding business & partner with the senior leadership team of a major business unit.
This role will drive strategic decision-making, improve commercial performance, and deliver the financial insight needed to support growth, profitability, and long-term business success.
Key Responsibilities
- Act as a trusted business partner to senior leadership, influencing strategic and commercial decisions.
- Lead budgeting, forecasting, long-range planning, and financial modelling.
- Deliver insightful analysis across sales, margins, customer profitability, and business performance.
- Provide commercial support around pricing, tenders, contracts, investments, acquisitions, and growth opportunities.
- Develop KPIs, dashboards, and reporting to drive data-led decision making.
- Identify risks, opportunities, and performance improvement initiatives across the business.
- Lead and develop a high-performing Commercial Finance team.
- Ensure robust financial governance, controls, and reporting accuracy.
About You
- Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
- Significant experience in Commercial Finance, FP&A, or Business Partnering within a large, complex organisation.
- Proven track record of influencing senior stakeholders and driving commercial performance.
- Strong experience in budgeting, forecasting, financial modelling, and business case development.
- Commercially minded with experience supporting pricing, profitability, and strategic investment decisions.
- Previous leadership experience with the ability to develop and mentor finance teams.
- Strong analytical skills with experience using BI tools such as Power BI
This is an outstanding opportunity for an ambitious finance leader looking to play a key role in shaping commercial strategy, partnering with executive stakeholders, and leading a high-performing finance function
Head Of Commercial Finance / Senior Finance Business Partner employer: SF Partners
SF Partners is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Swadlincote, Derbyshire, where innovation and collaboration thrive. With a strong focus on professional development, employees are encouraged to grow their skills and advance their careers while being part of a high-performing team dedicated to driving success. The company values operational excellence and provides a competitive salary, making it an attractive place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
