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Head of Finance

Job details
Posting date: 26 January 2026
Salary: £80,000 to £100,000 per year
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 25 February 2026
Location: GU29 9PB
Remote working: On-site only
Company: CMA Recruitment Group
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: MS67936-42626

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Summary

CMA have been engaged to recruit a commercially driven finance professional to join a growing, consumer-focused business in Midhurst as Head of Finance. Working closely with senior leadership, this role blends hands-on financial leadership with high-impact commercial insight.

You will lead the day-to-day finance function, own trading and margin insight, and act as a true business partner across product, retail, digital and operations. With a strong voice at the table and real influence over decision-making, this role is ideal for someone who enjoys translating data into action in a fast-paced, hands-on environment.

What will the Head of Finance role involve?

    • Lead and develop the day-to-day finance team, overseeing month-end delivery and reporting quality
    • Own weekly trading, margin, pricing and performance insight across channels and products
    • Lead budgeting, forecasting and scenario modelling to support commercial decisions
    • Partner with senior stakeholders to drive profitable growth and operational improvements
    • Maintain oversight of cashflow and working capital, supporting short- and medium-term planning

    Suitable Candidate for the Head of Finance vacancy:

      • Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or equivalent commercial finance background
      • Strong commercial finance experience within consumer, retail, product or multi-channel environments
      • Proven people management or mentoring experience within a finance function
      • Advanced Excel and financial modelling capability, with strong analytical skills
      • Confident communicator, comfortable challenging and influencing senior stakeholders

      Additional benefits and information for the role of Head of Finance:

        • Hybrid working with 3 days per week in the office
        • Broad, influential role with exposure to senior leadership
        • Opportunity to shape commercial insight and finance capability
        • Fast-paced, hands-on environment with strong growth ambitions
        • Supportive culture with scope for professional development

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