Financial Controller in Newcastle upon Tyne

Gosforth, Newcastle upon Tyne | Hybrid Working Available Following Probation

Join Snaparazzi and help drive our next stage of international growth. This is a unique opportunity for a qualified accountant who wants to make a genuine impact within a fast‑paced, entrepreneurial business whilst working with world‑class brands across the globe. Reporting directly to the Commercial Director, you’ll take ownership of the day‑to‑day finance function while helping build the systems, controls, processes and team required to support continued international growth.

The Opportunity

As Financial Controller, you’ll play a key role in ensuring the business has the financial discipline, reporting and controls needed to scale successfully. You’ll be responsible for delivering accurate financial reporting, managing cash flow, maintaining strong financial governance, overseeing international compliance requirements and driving continuous improvement across finance systems and processes. You’ll also have the opportunity to mentor and develop part‑qualified team members, support future recruitment and help build a finance function capable of supporting a growing international organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation of monthly management accounts, including P&L, balance sheet and cash flow reporting.
• Produce KPI reporting, variance analysis and meaningful financial commentary for senior leadership.
• Maintain and strengthen financial controls, policies and governance across the business.
• Manage month‑end and year‑end close processes.
• Work closely with leading external accountants to coordinate year‑end financial statements, corporation tax returns and statutory reporting requirements.
• Lead annual budgeting, forecasting and financial planning activities.
• Provide accurate financial insight to support operational and commercial decision‑making.

International Finance, VAT & Compliance

• Oversee VAT compliance across the UK and 10 European jurisdictions, alongside operations in Iceland and the UAE.
• Manage import and export accounting processes and associated compliance requirements.
• Work closely with external accountants, advisors and auditors across multiple territories.
• Support the financial requirements of new market launches and international expansion initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with statutory reporting, tax and regulatory obligations.

Treasury, Cash Flow & Foreign Exchange

• Own cash flow forecasting and liquidity management across the Group.
• Manage multi‑currency cash positions and treasury activities.
• Monitor foreign exchange exposure and support FX risk management.
• Maintain banking relationships across multiple jurisdictions.
• Oversee cross‑border transactions and international payment processes.

Sage Intacct, Inventory & Process Improvement

• Act as the business owner for Sage Intacct and drive best practice across the finance function.
• Develop and improve financial reporting, automation and system utilisation.
• Lead initiatives to improve inventory management, asset tracking and financial controls across the business.
• Work closely with operational teams to improve visibility of equipment, inventory and asset movements.
• Develop scalable processes that support business growth and international expansion.
• Identify opportunities to leverage technology, automation and AI to improve finance operations, working closely with operational and development teams to deliver end‑to‑end revenue recognition and systems integration.

Team Development

• Provide day‑to‑day leadership and support to the finance team.
• Mentor and develop part‑qualified finance professionals.
• Support recruitment and succession planning as the finance function grows.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, accountability and professional development.

About You

We’re looking for a commercially minded qualified accountant who enjoys getting under the skin of a business, not just producing the numbers. You’ll combine strong technical expertise with a hands‑on approach, working closely with operational teams and senior leadership to understand what drives performance, identify opportunities for improvement and help support better business decisions across the organisation.

ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified, with 2 years post qualification experience and documented record of CPD, abreast of the latest regulatory developments and industry best practice. Previous experience in a Financial Controller, Finance Manager or Senior Management Accountant role. Strong financial reporting and financial control experience. Cash flow forecasting and working capital management expertise. Experience managing or mentoring finance team members. Advanced Excel skills. Experience using ERP/accounting systems. Strong communication skills and the ability to engage effectively with non‑finance stakeholders. A proactive, solutions‑focused mindset with a passion for continuous improvement. Sage Intacct experience. International VAT and multi‑jurisdictional compliance experience. Import and export accounting knowledge. Experience integrating inventory, operational and finance systems to improve financial reporting, asset control, inventory visibility and business performance. Experience managing treasury and foreign exchange activities within a multi‑jurisdictional business, including multi‑currency cash management, FX risk, international banking relationships, cross‑border transactions and liquidity management. Hospitality, leisure, events or multi‑site business experience. Experience implementing automation, AI or process improvement initiatives within finance. Exposure to Sage FP&A.

You will work with some of the world’s leading brands, with exciting opportunities for growth and the chance to be part of the Snaparazzi success story. Play a key role in shaping and developing a growing finance function. Work closely with senior leadership and influence business performance. Opportunity to mentor, develop and build a finance team. Exposure to international operations, systems improvement and commercial projects. Competitive salary and benefits package. Hybrid working following probation. Modern Gosforth HQ with excellent transport links and on‑site parking.

If you’re looking for a Financial Controller role where you can combine strong financial stewardship with systems improvement, team development and international growth, we’d love to hear from you.