Financial Controller

The Advocate Group; City Of London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Global FMCG Company in London is seeking a Financial Controller to provide oversight and compliance for established entities. This strategic role involves leading the finance team, collaborating for financial insights, and reporting to senior leadership. The ideal candidate will be a qualified accountant with strong finance skills and experience at Finance Manager level. This position provides a dynamic environment for leadership and process shaping.

Qualifications

• Proven experience at Finance Manager level or equivalent.
• Hands-on, organized, and a proactive problem solver.
• Enthusiastic and development-focused.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and direction to the finance team daily.
• Lead internal and external reporting for assigned entities.
• Collaborate across the business for financial insight.
• Drive best-in-class financial management and compliance.

Skills

Leadership experience

Proficient in MS Outlook

Proficient in Excel

Analytical thinking

Strong communication skills

Education

Qualified accountant (ACA, CIMA, ACCA, or equivalent)

Tools

SAP

Job description

About the Role

Position: Financial Controller

Location: West London

Advocate Group are representing a leading global FMCG company in their search for a Financial Controller to join their EMEA Finance team. This is a key leadership role within the Finance function, providing oversight, reporting, and compliance for established entities across the region.

The Financial Controller will report to the Director of Financial Accounting and be a core member of the Finance Leadership Group.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and direction to the finance team on a day-to-day basis.
• Lead internal and external reporting for assigned entities, including Board Packs and audit preparations.
• Collaborate across the business to provide financial insight and support strategic decisions.
• Work closely with other Controllers to maintain clarity and ownership of common accounting areas.
• Support projects impacting people, processes, stakeholders, and reporting.
• Provide analysis and support to SLT as required.
• Drive best-in-class financial management and compliance for the assigned entities.

Qualifications & Experience

• Qualified accountant (ACA, CIMA, ACCA, or equivalent).
• Proven experience at Finance Manager level or equivalent.
• Strong technical finance and systems skills (SAP preferred).
• Leadership experience with a proven track record of team development.
• Excellent communicator and stakeholder manager.
• Proficient in MS Outlook and Excel.

Skills & Attributes

• Hands‑on, organised, and a proactive problem solver.
• Motivated self‑starter with the ability to take ownership of entities.
• High integrity and credibility to drive Finance objectives.
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.
• Enthusiastic, development‑focused, and adaptable to change.
• Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and ability to meet deadlines.
• Able to communicate effectively at all levels and build strong cross‑department partnerships.

Why Join

This is a strategic, high‑impact role within a growing EMEA business, offering the opportunity to lead a finance function, shape financial processes, and work closely with senior leadership in a dynamic and entrepreneurial environment.

Get in touch with Erin at the Advocate Group or 'Apply Now' to be considered for this position.

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The Advocate Group is a leading recruitment partner, based in the UK, to the FMCG and consumer product sectors. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.

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