Group Financial Controller

I have an exciting opportunity for a Group Financial Controller to join a fast growth, FMCG business based in Twickenham. They have grown rapidly over the last 4 years, breaking into new international markets in the Far East and Australia, with 40% growth planned for this year. You will be working directly with the COO and the board of directors, driving commercial decision making and establishing the key foundations, allowing the business to meet its ambitious growth plans.

The Person

Due to the entrepreneurial spirit of the company, my client is looking for a driven and agile candidate who can handle the fast paced and dynamic environment. The role will be very hands on and will require the ability to adapt to change as the business grows and develops. It is of importance that you have experience from working for a brand, retailer and/or manufacturer. You will be a hands on leader and able to work in a very fast paced mobile technology environment.

Key Requirements

• Qualified with good accounting fundamentals
• Can do attitude and good with people
• Works well cross-functionally
• 10+ years post qualification experience working in various financial control positions within industry.
• Commercial/hands on post qualified experience in a stock/inventory orientated industry
• Experience of building, developing, and managing a team in an entrepreneurial business
• Previous ownership of: audit process; financial reporting; PAYE; VAT; Cash flow; forecasting; working capital; financial projections; invoice discounting; process development and improvement.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment and manage rapid growth across the globe
• Adaptability - ability to deal with uncertainty and change to bring clarity
• Provide strong leadership for the Accounts team
• Ability to work in entrepreneurial environment
• Strategic in a hands on environment

The key Responsibilities

• Company and group reporting; multi-currency management, intercompany and financial accounting.
• Contribute to strategic analysis, planning and control, working closely with key stakeholders, including Founders and CEO.
• Responsibility for the full month-end process.
• Commercially contribute to business cases for future product development and growth opportunities, and evaluation of new business proposals.
• Development and evolution of fit for purpose reporting.
• Ad hoc projects to evaluate potential investment opportunities in partners and suppliers.
• Tracking costs incurred, committed and future, by product, against anticipated financial return.
• PAYE, VAT and corporation tax.
• Working capital management including cashflow, invoice discounting and credit risk insurance management.
• Act as first contact with company’s bankers and auditors
• Stat accounts for UK, ROW.
• UK payroll and business insurance
• Managing oversea subsidiaries’ accounts function including payroll
• Managing the audit process including preparing full audit file
• Process development and improvement
• Team management of a team of 12+

If you would be interested in hearing more about this role, please submit an application.