Head of Finance – Commerce

• Location: Somerset (onsite)
• Salary: £70,000 + performance bonus + excellent benefits
• Sector: multi-channel environments (consumer, retail, or food sectors)

Drive growth. Shape strategy. Lead commercial performance at scale.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Head of Finance – Commerce to join a fast-growing, multi-channel business operating across eCommerce, retail, wholesale, and production.

This is a high-impact, strategic leadership role where finance goes beyond reporting - you’ll act as a true commercial partner, helping shape decisions, optimise performance, and deliver sustainable, profitable growth.

The Role

Reporting directly to the CEO (Commerce), you will sit at the heart of the commercial operation, acting as a trusted advisor.

You’ll take ownership of financial performance, driving margin improvement and embedding strong financial discipline across a complex and evolving business.

Key Responsibilities

• Own financial performance and margin delivery across all commerce channels
• Lead pricing strategy, margin governance, and channel optimisation
• Partner closely with senior leadership to influence commercial decision-making
• Drive budgeting, forecasting, and scenario modelling
• Lead weekly trading reviews and performance insights
• Oversee stock, production finance, and working capital efficiency
• Define and embed key financial and commercial KPIs
• Lead, develop, and inspire a high-performing finance team

Candidate Profile

• Proven senior finance leadership experience within consumer, retail, or food sectors
• Strong commercial mindset with a track record of improving margins
• Advanced financial modelling and analytical capability
• Experience operating in multi-channel environments (eCommerce, retail, wholesale)
• Confident stakeholder manager, able to challenge and influence at senior level
• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
• Hands-on, action-oriented, and comfortable in a fast-paced environment