Analytical FP&A / Financial Controller in Ulverston

Location: Primarily office-based at our Ulverston HQ (with some flexibility for the right candidate)

Salary: £50k+ pro rata, depending on experience and interview performance.

Reporting to: Head of Finance & Administration.

About Citrus-Lime

Citrus-Lime is a fast-growing SaaS business providing Cloud POS—an end-to-end retail system specifically designed for independent retailers in the Cycle, Equestrian, and Outdoor sectors. Our platform integrates EPOS, Stock Control, Ecommerce, Supplier Data, Payments, Reporting, and more, helping retailers streamline operations, improve customer experiences, and grow sustainably. We are profitable and financially strong, processing over £750 million in customer revenues annually. Since launching in 2018, we’ve transformed independent Cycle retail in the UK and are now expanding rapidly into Outdoor and Equestrian sectors. Our next phase of growth is international, focusing on the USA, Canada, and Australia. Our mission is to double our turnover in the next five years, with a strong emphasis on international expansion. As we scale, strong financial control, performance reporting, and commercial insight are critical to supporting our sustainable growth.

About the Role

We are looking for a highly analytical, hands-on FP&A / Financial Controller to join our finance team as we scale the business. This is a part-time role that combines elements of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) and Financial Control, supporting decision-making across the organisation. You will be responsible for both strategic analysis and day-to-day financial control activities, ensuring financial reporting remains robust, accurate, and aligned with the company's growth trajectory.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the preparation of annual budgets, cash flow forecasts, and financial models, providing clear insights into the business's performance, trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Develop and maintain financial models to support scenario planning and strategic decision-making, working closely with senior leadership.
• Prepare detailed management reporting, including monthly variance analysis, board packs, and KPIs.
• Support in identifying areas for cost optimization and revenue growth, ensuring alignment with the company's financial goals.
• Provide actionable insights into financial performance through both financial and non-financial KPIs.
• Oversee the preparation of accurate and timely monthly consolidated and entity-level management accounts, ensuring proper commentary to guide leadership decisions.
• Ensure robust reconciliations and maintain general ledger integrity, ensuring accurate reporting of financials.
• Oversee intercompany transactions and ensure consistent financial controls across all entities.
• Maintain strong balance sheet control and monitor financial health, ensuring the finance function scales effectively with the business.
• Support the annual audit.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Collaborate with non-finance teams to provide commercial financial insights, helping to drive business growth and inform strategic decisions.
• Support the international expansion efforts by providing financial insights related to multi-currency operations, revenue recognition, and scaling the financial function globally.

What's in it for You?

• Part-time position based in the Lake District.
• Starting salary of £50k+ pro-rata depending on experience.
• 31 days’ holiday, including bank holidays and time off at Christmas (pro-rata).
• Private healthcare, including dental, optical, and mental health support.
• Regular check-ins, one-to-ones, and structured performance reviews.
• Training investment and skill development opportunities.
• A meritocratic environment that demonstrably rewards results.

Essential Skills / Qualifications:

• Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/ICAS/CIMA) or equivalent, with strong post-qualification experience in FP&A or financial control within a growing SME or scale-up environment.
• Proven experience in budgeting, forecasting, financial modelling, and cash management.
• Solid understanding of SaaS metrics (ARR, NRR/GRR, CAC payback, and LTV), unit economics, revenue recognition, and growth drivers.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate financial data into clear commercial insight.
• Hands-on, detail-oriented approach, comfortable working closely with senior stakeholders and managing both financial analysis and reporting.
• Strong systems and Excel skills, including financial modelling, process improvement, and business intelligence tools.
• Experience in multi-currency and international operations, with exposure to VAT, tax compliance, and statutory reporting.

Desirable Skills / Qualifications:

• Experience in SaaS, e-commerce, or subscription-based businesses.
• Exposure to international operations and multi-currency environments.
• Experience supporting high-growth businesses or international expansion.
• Familiarity with financial controls, internal audit, and compliance for overseas subsidiaries.
• Experience in private equity-backed businesses or scaling finance functions for international markets.

If you are an analytical, hands-on finance professional looking for a flexible, impactful role in a growing company, we’d love to hear from you!