Reed Finance are happy to be working with an exciting growing FMCG company who are looking to expand their Finance team. This role involves managing the finance function's day-to-day activities, ensuring financial integrity, regulatory compliance, and robust reporting. You will play a key role in aligning financial strategy with business objectives, supporting their continued growth and innovation.
Day-to-Day of the Role:- Deliver timely and accurate monthly management accounts, including P&L, balance sheet, and variance analysis in both GBP and EUR.
- Perform monthly stock reconciliations and monitor standard costing and gross margin reporting.
- Lead the month-end close process, ensuring compliance with reporting deadlines.
- Manage year-end accounts preparation and statutory filings in compliance with UK GAAP.
- Oversee AP/AR functions, ensuring robust credit control and accurate invoice processing.
- Manage cash flow forecasting across multiple bank accounts and currencies, ensuring optimal liquidity.
- Strengthen internal controls and scale financial processes and reporting systems.
- Maintain compliance with VAT, corporate tax, and other regulatory requirements.
- Manage payroll and ensure accurate and timely submissions.
- Proven experience in financial control or finance management, particularly in FMCG or hospitality.
- Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).
- Strong knowledge of financial systems and controls, with experience in financial management software such as Xero.
- Advanced Excel skills and the ability to align financial planning with commercial strategy.
- Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally and influence at all levels.
- Flexible start times and work-from-home options.
- Opportunity to work in a dynamic and collaborative environment.
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
To apply for the Financial Controller position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this position.