Finance careers in the consumer sector: Where your next role could take you

At Consumer Additions, we speak to finance professionals every day who are looking for more than just a job—they’re looking for the right fit. Somewhere they can grow, add value, and be part of a brand they believe in. The good news? The consumer sector is full of opportunities for finance talent at all levels, across a wide range of industries.

From well-loved food and beverage names to exciting new brands in wellness and entertainment, the companies we work with are looking for sharp, commercially minded finance professionals who can help their businesses thrive. Whether you’re early in your finance career or ready to step into a senior leadership role, there’s something for you.

A snapshot of our current finance careers in the consumer sector

We currently have a number of great roles on offer, each one suited to a different career stage, background, and area of expertise. Here’s a quick look at just a few:

• Senior FP&A Analyst – Wellness & Leisure – £50,000–£55,000
  A brilliant opportunity for someone who enjoys working with numbers to tell a story and help shape the future of a growing wellness brand.
• Management Accountant – Food & Beverage – £60,000–£65,000
  If you enjoy getting into the detail but also want visibility across the business, this role offers a bit of both, plus the chance to work with a high-quality finance team.
• Group Financial Controller – Food & Beverage – £90,000–£115,000
  A great fit for someone who’s ready to lead from the front, with oversight of group reporting, controls, and team development in a well-known consumer business.
• Group FP&A Analyst – Entertainment – £200–£240 per day
  A contract position that offers variety, pace, and the chance to support key decision-makers in a fast-moving environment.
• Finance Business Partner – Full-time – London – £65,000–£75,000
  This on-site role is ideal for someone who thrives on collaboration and enjoys working with commercial teams to drive performance.

What stands out about the finance space in the consumer world is how broad it is. Whether your strength lies in budgeting, analysis, business partnering, or technical accounting, there’s a home for you here. And no matter where you are in your career, we have roles that suit.

• Looking to grow? We place newly qualified and part-qualified accountants into roles where they can stretch their skills and gain exposure to different areas of the business.
• Ready to step up? Mid-level finance professionals can explore management roles that combine responsibility with continued learning and development.
• Want to lead? Senior finance leaders can step into Head of Finance, Financial Controller, or Director roles that come with real influence and impact.
• Prefer flexibility? We also work with candidates looking for interim or contract roles. These can be a great way to build experience across different business models and sectors.

Why finance in the consumer sector?

Working in finance in the consumer space is rewarding for lots of reasons. You get to be close to the product, the brand, and the customer. You’re part of a team that shapes strategy, steers growth, and ensures the numbers stack up behind big decisions. And because the sector is always evolving, there’s plenty of opportunity to learn, develop, and progress.

What makes it even more enjoyable is that you’re often working in businesses with passionate people and strong cultures—places where your work really matters.

How we help with finance careers in the consumer sector

At Consumer Additions, we take the time to get to know you—not just your CV. We want to understand what motivates you, the kind of environment you thrive in, and what you’re looking for in your next move. Then we match you with roles that really fit.

We work with brands across food & beverage, retail, fashion, beauty, wellness, leisure, and more. We place finance professionals into permanent and interim roles in everything from scale-ups and private equity-backed businesses to global consumer names.

Let’s Chat

If you’re exploring your next step in finance, we’d love to help. Whether you’re actively looking or just want to get a sense of what’s out there, feel free to reach out.

We’re here to support you at every stage of your career.