Financial Controller in Brighton

Financial Controller in Brighton

Brighton Full-Time No working from home possible
Capital Hair & Beauty

Office Based - Head Office in outskirts of Brighton (BN1 8AP)

37.5 hours per week

Competitive salary plus benefits

Established over 70 years ago, at Capital (Hair & Beauty) Ltd we are a family business with over 60 stores throughout the UK and Ireland; along with a very successful website this makes us the largest independent wholesale supplier to the professional hair & beauty industry in the UK, with a turnover of £70m.

Supplying cutting edge brands such as L’Oréal, Wella, Goldwell, Schwarzkopf, ColorWow, K18 and many more, makes us a one stop shop for the industry.

We are seeking to recruit an experienced Financial Controller to join our senior management team at our head office. Reporting to the Director of Finance, you will have overall responsibility for providing an efficient, effective and professional finance function to support the business needs of all internal and external customers of the Company.

In addition, you will be expected to manage and develop a support team of 7, covering sales & purchase ledger and other account functions, who report directly to the Financial Controller, so previous experience of managing a similar size team is essential.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage a large finance team including accounts payable and credit control
  • Oversee all financial transactions across the company that operates in UK and Ireland
  • Commercially drive the budget and targeting setting process for the business
  • to manage and develop the accounts department and systems
  • liaise with auditors in production of statutory accounts
  • to be responsible for the production of the VAT returns

To be successful in the role you will have: (all are essential)

  • a minimum of 5 years’ relevant experience
  • an excellent knowledge of Excel

The ideal candidate will enjoy the opportunity to accept responsibility for driving change and improving practises, possess excellent communication skills and have the ability to work effectively with our customers and staff.

Benefits include:

  • 5 weeks paid annual leave plus bank holidays
  • Flexi time/core hours model
  • Discretionary bonus scheme
  • Discount on all hair & beauty products
  • Discounts on various retailers & health clubs via Employee Benefits App
  • Employee Assistance Helpline

Capital processes Job Applicant’s data within the principles of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)

For the recruitment of this role the Company is not basing decisions on automated decision making.

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Financial Controller in Brighton employer: Capital Hair & Beauty

At Capital Hair & Beauty, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation. Our Glasgow team enjoys competitive commission structures, ongoing training, and opportunities for personal growth within the dynamic hair and beauty industry. Join us to be part of a supportive environment where your contributions are valued and rewarded.

Capital Hair & Beauty

Contact Details:

Capital Hair & Beauty Recruitment Team