Financial Controller

Harper May Ltd; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-paced FMCG business in the City of London is seeking a hands-on Financial Controller to oversee financial operations, manage reporting and budgeting cycles, and support strategic decision-making. The ideal candidate is ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified with strong post-qualified experience and is capable of managing a finance team while driving improvements in financial systems. Competitive compensation is offered.

Qualifications

• Strong post-qualified experience in finance.
• Experience in FMCG, manufacturing, or fast-moving environments preferred.
• Proven ability to manage and develop a finance team.

Responsibilities

• Lead preparation of monthly management accounts and reporting.
• Manage budgeting and forecasting cycle including variance analysis.
• Ensure robust financial controls and oversee year-end processes.
• Support pricing decisions and margin analysis.
• Drive improvements in financial systems and tools.

Skills

Strong technical accounting

Commercial awareness

Advanced Excel skills

Communication skills

Education

ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified

Tools

ERP systems (NetSuite, SAP)

Job description

Our client is a fast-paced and innovative FMCG business with a strong reputation for product quality and supply chain excellence. As the company continues to grow its market presence and expand its product range, they are seeking a hands‑on Financial Controller to lead day‑to‑day financial operations and support strategic decision-making.

Role Overview

The Financial Controller will oversee core financial processes including reporting, budgeting, and controls. This role is ideal for a commercially minded finance professional who can drive efficiency, enhance reporting accuracy, and collaborate closely with senior stakeholders across the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation of monthly management accounts, P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow reporting

• Manage the budgeting and forecasting cycle, including variance analysis and commentary

• Ensure robust financial controls are in place and adhered to across the organisation

• Oversee year‑end processes and coordinate with external auditors

• Manage a small finance team, ensuring high standards and continuous development

• Support pricing decisions, margin analysis, and product profitability reviews

• Partner with supply chain, operations, and commercial teams to deliver insight and performance tracking

• Drive improvements in financial systems, reporting tools, and process automation

Candidate Profile

• ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified with strong post‑qualified experience

• Experience in FMCG, manufacturing, or a fast‑moving product environment is preferred

• Strong technical accounting background with commercial awareness

• Proven ability to manage and develop a finance team

• Confident communicator, able to liaise across functions and present to leadership

• Advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP systems such as NetSuite, SAP, or similar