Company: InterGo Group
Job Title: Commercial Finance Director
Location: Crawley (hybrid working available)
Direct Reports: Finance Controller, Finance Executive, Accounts Team
Employment Type: Permanent

About Us:
InterMedia Brand Marketing is a dynamic and innovative marketing agency that specialises in helping published brands reach and grow their audience. We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional customer experiences and creative solutions for our clients.

Position Overview:
We are seeking a highly experienced Commercial Finance Director to join our leadership team. You will oversee financial management, strategic planning, and commercial operations, playing a key role in ensuring the financial health and growth of the InterGo Group. As a strategic partner to the Group Managing Director and other senior leaders, you will provide financial insights and commercial expertise to drive decision-making and business success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Financial Strategy & Planning: Develop and implement the financial strategy, aligning it with business goals. Lead budgeting, forecasting, and scenario analysis.
• Financial Reporting & Analysis: Oversee the preparation of accurate financial reports, monitor performance, and present insights to stakeholders.
• Commercial Operations: Collaborate across departments to optimize commercial performance, analyse market trends, and support contract negotiations.
• Leadership & Team Management: Lead and mentor the finance team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and effective communication.
• Cash Flow & Working Capital Management: Manage cash flow and liquidity, oversee credit control, and optimize working capital.
• Risk Management & Compliance: Develop risk management frameworks, ensure regulatory compliance, and oversee internal audit functions.
• Business Partnering & Stakeholder Management: Provide strategic financial guidance to senior leaders and manage relationships with external stakeholders.
• Systems & Process Improvement: Evaluate and improve financial systems, implement new technologies, and drive process improvements.

Key Skills & Competencies:

• Financial Acumen: Deep understanding of financial principles, accounting standards, and financial modelling.
• Commercial Insight: Strong commercial awareness with the ability to link financial performance to strategy.
• Leadership: Proven ability to lead and develop a high-performing finance team.
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to anticipate financial trends and challenges.
• Communication: Excellent presentation skills, capable of influencing stakeholders.
• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical skills focused on continuous improvement.
• Industry Knowledge: Experience in distribution & fulfilment, with knowledge of supply chain logistics.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field; Master’s/MBA preferred.
• Certification: Qualified accountant (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA).
• Experience: 10+ years in finance, with at least 5 years in senior leadership. Industry experience in distribution is highly desirable.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in financial software, ERP systems, and advanced Excel.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):

• Achievement of financial targets (revenue, profit margins).
• Accuracy of financial reporting.
• Improvement in working capital management.
• Successful implementation of financial systems.
• Employee engagement and team development.

Benefits:
We offer a competitive salary, hybrid working arrangements, and opportunities for career development in a dynamic and growing company.

How to Apply:
If you are a strategic finance leader with a passion for driving business growth, please apply by submitting your resume and cover letter.

About the InterGo Group:
The InterGo Group includes print media marketing and distribution service provider InterMedia, eCommerce fulfilment specialist InterSend, and direct mail operator InterDirect.
The group of companies work together seamlessly to connect and deliver brands to consumers. Together we communicate your brand to your audience across multiple channels, managing all routes to the consumer with comprehensive brand marketing and distribution solutions.