Director, Commercial Finance- Retail Tech

Hyve Group Ltd • New York, NY

21h • $140,000 - $180,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

We’re Hyve - organiser of the world’s fastest-growing and most forward-thinking B2B events. As the chosen event partner to many of the world’s leading companies, our platforms play a critical role in their strategies - helping them enter new markets, accelerate growth and connect with the people who matter most.

Our portfolio features some of the world’s leading events in sectors like ecommerce, healthcare, edtech, and fintech. We’re growing fast with an entrepreneurial culture that empowers big ideas and quick action, plus an ambitious acquisition strategy bringing exciting new events into our mix.

Alongside our market-leading events, we’re building tech and data-driven products that supercharge connections – from one-to-one meeting programs and curated table talks to year-round engagement platforms.

Whatever your role, you’ll join a global team redefining how industries connect, collaborate, and grow – working with some of the most talented people in the business.

Think that sounds good? Wait until our talent acquisition team tells you about the culture.

First things first: whatever your background, beliefs or ambitions, there’s a culture of belonging at Hyve — and everyone is welcome. The question isn’t where you’ve come from, but where you want to go.

You’ll thrive here if you’re curious, collaborative and not afraid to challenge convention. We look for people who take pride in what they do, who are excited by change and always moving forward. The kind of people who stay open, keep learning, and look for better ways to make an impact.

Our shared behaviours guide how we work: we dare to do things differently, own our work, embrace collaboration, stay true to ourselves and others, and remember that optimism wins.

If that sounds like you, you’ll fit right in.

We are seeking a commercially driven and analytically strong Director of Commercial Finance to lead financial performance across the events within the Retail Tech Portfolio ($100m+ revenue across five international events) including globally recognised brands such as Shoptalk and Groceryshop.

Reporting to the VP of Commercial Finance (UK-based), this role serves as the senior finance leader for the US-based Portfolio President and Event Directors. You will own portfolio-level financial planning, forecasting integrity, and EBITDA performance delivery, driving commercial discipline and margin expansion across the business.

This is a high-impact leadership role in a fast-growing, entrepreneurial and private equity-backed environment. Based in New York, you will lead the local commercial finance function, manage two senior finance managers, and play a central role in shaping portfolio strategy and long-range value creation.

Requirements

• CPA, ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent qualification preferred.
• 8–12+ years’ experience in commercial finance, FP&A, strategic finance, or portfolio-level business partnering.
• Proven track record of delivering EBITDA improvement and driving financial discipline in a multi-site or portfolio environment.
• Experience operating in high-growth, entrepreneurial and/or private equity-backed businesses.
• Strong commercial acumen with advanced financial modelling and scenario planning capability.
• Demonstrated ability to influence senior stakeholders and challenge constructively at executive level.
• Experience leading and developing high-performing finance professionals.

Responsibilities

• Own financial performance across the Retail Tech Portfolio, with accountability for delivering EBITDA targets against budget and forecast
• Lead budgeting, rolling forecasts and long-range planning, ensuring forecasting accuracy, transparency, and accountability.
• Identify performance risks and opportunities, proactively driving corrective action
• Partner with event leadership to improve revenue quality, cost efficiency, and overall portfolio profitability.
• Act as a trusted advisor to the Portfolio President and Event Directors, influencing strategic priorities and investment decisions.
• Lead financial evaluation of growth initiatives, new revenue streams, and expansion opportunities.
• Provide constructive financial challenge to commercial teams to ensure disciplined decision-making and sustainable growth.
• Translate financial data into clear, actionable insights for stakeholders.
• Strengthen forecasting governance and improve predictability across events in a dynamic, revenue-driven environment.
• Standardise modelling frameworks, KPI reporting, and performance metrics across the portfolio.
• Drive commercial accountability through structured performance reviews and financial transparency.
• Partner with UK finance leadership to ensure alignment between portfolio-level performance and group objectives.
• Serve as the senior US finance representative within the Retail Tech Portfolio.
• Work closely with the Director of Financial Intelligence & Reporting to align event-level insight with consolidated reporting.
• Contribute to investment reviews, strategic planning sessions, and executive-level performance discussions.
• Lead and develop two finance analysts responsible for event-level FP&A and commercial analysis.
• Build a high-performance commercial finance culture focused on accountability, insight, and value creation.
• Ensure strong finance coverage across all events while creating development pathways within the team

Benefits

• The salary band for this position ranges from $140,000-$180,000 based on experience
• This position will be eligible for a competitive bonus structure
• Full medical, dental, and vision package to fit your needs
• Retirement plan with company match (401K)
• Competitive vacation policy
• Hybrid work

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: No Education Listed