A growing, owner‑led business is looking to appoint a Financial Controller to work directly with the Managing Director at a key stage of its development. This is a broad, commercially focused role offering real influence across both day‑to‑day operations and longer‑term strategic direction.
The business operates across established retail supply and a fast‑growing e‑commerce channel, alongside a portfolio of recognised brands and active acquisition plans. This creates a varied environment with multiple revenue streams and genuine scope to add value.
This role goes beyond traditional finance. You will lead the finance function while acting as a commercial partner to the MD, providing insight, challenge, and support to drive performance and growth.
Responsibilities
- Ownership of monthly management accounts, budgeting and forecasting
- Monitoring cashflow, profitability and overall business performance
- Delivering commercial analysis across products, contracts and sales channels
- Partnering with the Managing Director to support decision‑making
- Supporting strategic planning, including acquisition activity and integration
- Identifying opportunities to improve margins, reduce costs and drive efficiency
- Strengthening financial controls, processes and reporting
- Reviewing systems and supporting implementation of a modern, cloud‑based finance platform
- Leading and developing the finance team
- Managing external stakeholders including auditors, banks and advisers
Profile
- Proven experience as a Financial Controller or Head of Finance
- Strong commercial acumen with the ability to influence and challenge
- Experience in owner‑led, growth‑focused or complex trading businesses
- Background in retail, e‑commerce, consumer products, manufacturing or similar environments is advantageous
- Track record of improving systems, processes and reporting
- Confident operating in a fast‑paced, high‑expectation environment
- Qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA or ACA)
- Hands‑on, proactive approach with the ability to balance strategy and delivery
This is an opportunity to take on a visible, business‑critical role with direct access to leadership, where you can make a genuine impact on the future direction of a growing business.
If you’d like to find out more, please get in touch for a confidential discussion.
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