About the role
Are you an ambitious Financial Controller looking for the opportunity to step into a Finance Director role in the future? We are partnering with a well‑established, family‑owned e‑commerce business with over 30 years of trading history. The business supplies products to a range of recognised retail brands and is currently navigating a challenging period. We are seeking a commercially minded finance leader who can help drive change, improve performance, and play a key role in shaping the future direction of the company.
This is far more than a traditional finance position. You’ll join a close‑knit Senior Leadership Team and be given the platform to influence strategic decisions, challenge existing processes, and make a genuine impact across the organisation. For the right individual, there is a clear pathway to progress into a Finance Director position.
Responsibilities
- Lead and develop a small finance team.
- Take full ownership of the preparation and delivery of financial accounts.
- Manage banking relationships, foreign‑currency transactions and cash‑flow forecasting.
- Review and strengthen financial controls, processes and reporting procedures.
- Identify operational improvements and implement meaningful change across the business.
- Review supplier and service contracts and lead renegotiations where appropriate.
- Analyse costs, margins and profitability to support commercial decision‑making.
- Contribute to the long‑term strategic planning and growth of the business.
- Play a key role in monthly management and leadership meetings.
Qualifications
- ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification (or equivalent experience).
- Previous experience within an e‑commerce environment.
- Strong commercial acumen and a proactive approach to problem‑solving.
- Experience partnering with operational teams and senior stakeholders.
- Proven leadership skills with the ability to develop and motivate others.
- The drive and ambition to progress into a future Finance Director role.
Benefits
- £60,000 – £80,000 salary, depending on experience.
- Clear progression pathway to Finance Director.
- 28 days holiday plus bank holidays.
- Hybrid working (4 days in office / 1 day from home).
- Private healthcare.
- Opportunity to play a genuine role in transforming and shaping the future of the business.
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