Head of Commercial Finance, Lancashire

Sowena Group are delighted to be partnering with a high-growth, entrepreneurial retail business to appoint a Head of Commercial Finance.

This is a pivotal leadership role at the heart of a dynamic, multi-country operation. Reporting to the FP&A Director, you will play a critical role in shaping commercial strategy, driving financial performance, and embedding a truly commercial mindset across the business.

As a key member of the leadership team, you will provide robust challenge, actionable insight, and forward-looking analysis to support ambitious growth plans.

• Deliver clear, insightful analysis of revenue, margin, cost, and profitability drivers
• Translate financial performance into actionable recommendations for senior stakeholders
• Actively influence trading decisions and strategic direction
• Lead the evaluation of pricing, investments, and strategic initiatives through robust financial modelling
• Partner closely with operational leaders to provide forward-looking insight, scenario planning, and sensitivity analysis
• Drive continuous improvement in forecasting accuracy and relevance
• Ensure KPIs and performance metrics are clearly defined, understood, and embedded across the business
• Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing team of Finance Business Partners

• Significant experience in commercial finance or business partnering, ideally within a multi-site and/or international environment
• Proven track record of leading and developing high-performing teams
• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to turn data into strategic insight
• Confident influencing and challenging senior stakeholders
• Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present complex financial information clearly
• Highly organised, proactive, and comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment
• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)

For more information please apply or email