Financial Controller

A UK based family owned business, are looking for a Financial Controller to join the team, taking ownership of the financial operations.

This is a fantastic opportunity within a fast paced FMCG environment, where you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the finance function and driving process improvements, with an opportunity to build and lead your own team in the future whilst working closely with the owner and various stakeholders to influence strategic decisions.

Having recently gone through a finance system implementation, this will be a hands on role, focusing on ensuring the new system is configured correctly. You'll join a close knit collaborative team with an office in the city centre and one just outside of London, they are onsite full time, with some hybrid flexibility.

What you'll do:

• Oversee all core finance activities including bookkeeping, P&L, statutory accounts, and cashflow.
• Ensure compliance with UK and international accounting standards.
• Deliver accurate, timely financial reporting and insightful analysis to support business growth.
• Drive improvements in processes and systems for greater efficiency.
• Act as a key business partner across departments.

What we're looking for:

• Qualified accountant ideally (ACCA, ACA, CIMA or equivalent).
• Strong technical knowledge of IFRS/GAAP and statutory compliance.
• Proficient with Excel and Sage ideally
• Minimum 5 years' experience in finance, ideally with exposure to FMCG or similar fast-moving sectors.
• Hands-on approach with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently now, with leadership ambitions for the future.

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