CFO / Financial Controller (Korean Speaking)

Konnect Personnel Ltd; London; On-site; GBP 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading FMCG company is seeking a CFO/Financial Controller to manage the finance function. Responsibilities include overseeing the finance team, ensuring compliance, and collaborating with Supply Chain Management. The ideal candidate is fluent in Korean, ACCA qualified, and has experience in FMCG. Strong leadership and analytical skills are essential for this pivotal role.

Qualifications

• Must have proven experience as a CFO or Financial Controller in FMCG.
• Strong background in stock management and working with Supply Chain Management.
• Digital savvy with experience in implementing finance systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the UK finance team.
• Oversee daily finance operations including accounts and tax.
• Drive budgeting and forecasting aligned with HQ requirements.
• Partner with Supply Chain Management to optimise stock management.

Skills

Fluent Korean speaker

Financial reporting

Compliance

Leadership

Analytical skills

Education

ACCA qualified (or equivalent)

Tools

Finance information systems

Job description

Overview

About the Role: We are seeking an experienced and commercially minded CFO / Financial Controller to lead the finance function of a global leading FMCG company. The successful candidate will oversee all aspects of financial management, support business growth, and act as a strategic partner to senior leadership while maintaining close collaboration with international headquarters.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the UK finance team (3-4 staff), ensuring accurate financial reporting, compliance, and effective controls.
• Oversee daily finance operations including accounts, treasury, tax, audit, and management reporting.
• Drive budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning processes in alignment with HQ requirements.
• Partner closely with Supply Chain Management (SCM) to optimise inventory control and stock management.
• Implement and manage financial information systems, ensuring the business leverages digital tools effectively.
• Provide commercial insights and recommendations to support business strategy and profitability.
• Act as the key financial liaison with HQ, preparing and presenting reports as needed.

Requirements

• Fluent Korean speaker (written and spoken)
• ACCA fully qualified (or equivalent).
• Proven experience as a CFO or Financial Controller, ideally in FMCG
• Strong background in stock management and working closely with SCM functions.
• Digital savvy, with proven experience implementing and managing finance information systems.
• Strong leadership skills with a track record of managing a finance team
• Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills