Senior Commercial Manager - Sauce Recruitment Ltd : Job Details

Our client, a leading player in the creative and media sector, is looking for an experienced Senior Commercial Manager to take ownership of a high-profile client portfolio and business unit.In this role, you’ll oversee the commercials for two of the agency’s smaller companies, manage a selection of key clients, and lead a Client Accountant team of three, who handle billings, debtors, cashflow, and WIP. It’s a hands-on role with real scope to make an impact across the business.  What you’ll be doing

• Taking full commercial ownership of your client portfolio, ensuring forecasting, approvals, and profitability are on point.
• Working closely with business units to review rate cards, approve resourcing, and run regular fee meetings.
• Supporting new business pitches with clear, accurate commercial data.
• Overseeing WIP reviews, debtors, credit insurance, and cashflow forecasting.
• Leading and developing your team of three Client Accountants, managing workloads and supporting professional growth.
• Looking for ways to improve reporting, streamline processes, and provide actionable insights to the wider business.

What we’re looking for

• Experience in commercial finance within advertising, media, or the creative sector, ideally with ownership of a client portfolio.
• Knowledge of WIP, debtors, credit control, and cashflow management.
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing small teams.
• Commercially aware, organised, and able to juggle multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication skills and confident working with senior stakeholders.
• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) is a plus but not essential.

Why this role is greatThis is a chance to join a well-respected creative and media business where finance is central to decision-making. You’ll have autonomy, visibility, and the opportunity to make a real difference across the business.  Send your CV to .