Financial Controller

FINANCIAL CONTROLLER LONDON (HYBRID)65,000 - 75,000 + BENEFITS THE OPPORTUNITY Get Recruited is partnering with a fast-growing business operating within the social commerce and ecommerce sector. The business works with established consumer brands, providing marketing, content, advertising and operational support across major online marketplaces.

Following a period of significant growth, the company is looking to appoint its first Financial Controller to take ownership of the day-to-day finance function. Reporting directly to the founders, you will strengthen financial controls, improve reporting and provide the commercial insight needed to support the next stage of growth.

This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified accountant who enjoys working in a fast-moving, entrepreneurial business and wants to take control of and build a finance function that's all their own.

THE FINANCIAL CONTROLLER ROLE Taking ownership of the monthly management accounts, ensuring accurate and timely reporting

Producing clear financial analysis, commentary and performance reporting for the founders and senior leadership team Leading the annual budgeting process and maintaining accurate rolling forecasts

Managing cash flow forecasting, working capital and short-term funding requirements

Developing reporting across revenue, client profitability, marketing expenditure and operating costs

Reviewing commercial agreements and ensuring revenue, commission and performance-related income are recognised correctly

Providing financial support and challenge when assessing new clients, campaigns and investment decisions

Establishing appropriate controls around client expenditure, supplier payments and approval processes

Overseeing accounts payable, accounts receivable, credit control, banking and payroll

Managing VAT returns, statutory accounts, corporation tax requirements and the annual audit

Working with external accountants, auditors, tax advisers and other professional partners

Improving finance systems, management information and reporting processes as the business grows

Recruiting, managing and developing additional finance team members when required

Supporting the founders with commercial modelling, strategic planning and ad hoc projects THE PERSONACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified

Previous experience as a Financial Controller, Finance Manager or senior accountant within a fast-growing SME environment

Experience with in a marketing agency, ecommerce, technology, media or other fast-paced service-led business would be advantageous

Strong management accounting, budgeting, forecasting and cash flow experience

Commercially minded, with the ability to understand client and campaign profitability

Comfortable working directly with founders and senior stakeholders

Able to introduce appropriate controls without creating unnecessary complexity

Confident improving systems and processes within an evolving business

Hands-on and willing to manage both senior-level reporting and day-to-day financial matters

Strong Excel and financial modelling skillsTO APPLY Please send your CV for the Finance Controller role via the advert for immediate consideration.

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Discipline(s):
Management Recruitment, Finance Recruitment Job type:
Permanent