Financial Controller

Gravitate; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-paced FMCG business in Bournemouth is seeking a Financial Controller to oversee their finance function and shape strategic direction. The role requires a qualified accountant with strong experience in management accounts and P&L analysis. Key responsibilities include managing financial reporting, cashflow forecasting, and collaborating with senior leadership. This position offers autonomy and the chance to significantly influence the company's growth journey.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a fast-paced SME, FMCG or product-based environment.
• Strong technical grounding in management accounts, P&L, and forecasting.
• Leadership experience with hands-on approach.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day running of the finance function.
• Shape strategy with detailed management accounts and board-level reporting.
• Manage product costings, stock, and margin analysis.

Skills

Financial reporting

Cashflow forecasting

P&L analysis

Stakeholder communication

Budgeting

Forecasting

Education

Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)

Job description

A fast-paced FMCG business in Bournemouth is looking for a Financial Controller to take ownership of their finance function and play a key role in their growth journey.

As Financial Controller, you’ll oversee the day-to-day running of the finance function while also playing a key role in shaping strategy. From detailed monthly management accounts to cashflow forecasting and board-level reporting, your work will be central to commercial decision-making. You’ll ensure robust controls are in place, keep reporting accurate and timely, and provide insights that keep the business on track to meet its ambitious goals.

Working in FMCG means no two days are the same. You’ll manage product costings, stock, and margin analysis to ensure the numbers behind production and sales stay sharp. Alongside this, you’ll support the senior leadership team with budgeting and forecasting, and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and profitability across the business.

We’re looking for a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with proven experience in a fast-paced SME, FMCG, or product-based environment. You’ll have a strong technical grounding in management accounts, P&L, and forecasting, coupled with the communication skills to influence stakeholders and explain financials in a clear, commercial way. Leadership experience and a hands-on approach will be key to your success.

In return, you’ll join a growing business where your input will genuinely shape the future. You’ll have the autonomy to build and lead finance, influence strategic direction, and work closely with a passionate leadership team who value collaboration and innovation.

Job Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Accounting/Auditing and Finance
• Industries: Food and Beverage Manufacturing

Gravitate values a diverse workforce. Women, people of colour, people with disabilities, and members of the LGBTQ community are strongly encouraged to apply.