Group Financial Controller

£90,000–£100,000 + benefits | London (2 days in office) | 6–9 month fixed-term contract (or permanent for the right candidate) | Scaling FMCG brand This is an opportunity for a Group Financial Controller to join a fast-growth, scale-up FMCG food beverage business, working in a hybrid role based in London (2 days per week in the office). You will be joining an internationally renowned B Corp that has experienced significant growth over the past six years, scaling from £4m to £50m turnover. The business is now focused on accelerating international expansion and launching new products across multiple markets. Reporting directly to the Founder, this is a 6–9 month fixed-term contract due to immediate need, with the potential to become permanent. You will lead a team of 4 and take full ownership of financial controls across three international regions, alongside external and internal reporting, while driving continuous improvement across the finance function. Responsibilities include: Leading and developing a team of 4 qualified and part-qualified accountants Ownership of the monthly management accounts and close process, including group consolidation across three international regions Leading the year-end audit, acting as the primary point of contact for external auditors Maintaining a robust financial control environment, including balance sheet oversight and stock reconciliation Managing cash flow forecasting and liquidity across the group to ensure strong financial control and support continued international growth Overseeing accounts payable and receivable, including aged debtor and creditor reporting Ownership of VAT returns across the UK and Europe, as well as monthly UK payroll Driving continuous process and systems improvement across the group, including potential system implementation projects Skill set required: Qualified ACA / ACCA / CIMA / CA accountant Strong experience in a stock-based environment (FMCG experience strongly preferred) Proven experience leading and developing finance teams Demonstrable ownership of financial controls within a business Experience working with international entities and group consolidation (highly desirable) Background in a fast-growth, scale-up environment preferred Strong understanding of finance best practice with the ability to implement and drive change Influential communicator, able to partner effectively with senior leadership to support ambitious growth plans This is an exciting opportunity offering significant exposure to the Founder and senior leadership team during a period of continued international expansion. The business offers a highly collaborative culture where people are central to its success, and the successful candidate will thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.