At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the finance function and drive financial strategy in a fast-growing business.
- Company: Join a dynamic social commerce and ecommerce company with a vibrant culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid working, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Exciting chance to shape the finance team and processes as the company grows.
- Why this job: Take ownership of finance and make a real impact in a thriving environment.
- Qualifications: Qualified accountant with experience in fast-paced SME settings.
The predicted salary is between 65000 - 75000 £ per year.
A fast-growing business operating within the social commerce and ecommerce sector 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 PERSON
- ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified
- Previous experience as a Financial Controller, Finance Manager or senior accountant within a fast-growing SME environment
- Experience within 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 skills
To apply, please send your CV for the Finance Controller role via the advert for immediate consideration.
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Join a dynamic and fast-growing business in the heart of London, where you will have the unique opportunity to shape the finance function as the first Financial Controller. With a strong focus on employee development, a collaborative work culture, and the chance to work closely with founders, this role offers not just a competitive salary but also a pathway for personal and professional growth in an entrepreneurial environment. Enjoy the benefits of a hybrid working model and be part of a team that values innovation and excellence in the social commerce and ecommerce sector.
