Financial Controller

Talent12i Ltd; Liverpool; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

25 days holiday

5% pension

Hybrid working

Job summary

Talent12i Ltd in Liverpool seeks a Qualified Financial Controller to lead a finance team of three, reporting to the Head of Finance. You will scope statutory, financial accounting and tax while collaborating with senior management on strategic decisions.

The role requires UK VAT and corporation tax expertise, strong Excel modelling and external audit experience within an e-commerce context. Hybrid working with core hours support growth.

Qualifications

• Fully qualified with recognised accounting body (CIMA/ACA/ACCA).
• Strong knowledge of VAT and corporation tax in the UK.
• Experience with external audits and statutory accounts.
• Experience in e-commerce, retail or multi-channel business is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Own month-end and year-end close processes.
• Produce monthly management accounts and financial reporting.
• Maintain balance sheet controls and reconciliations.
• Monitor cash flow, working capital and KPIs.
• Oversee accounting for revenue, stock, COGS and landed costs.
• Support budgeting, forecasting and financial modelling.
• Partner with Marketing, Operations, Supply Chain and Sales on commercial decisions.
• Lead the finance team and coordinate with external tax advisers.

Skills

CIMA/ACCA/ACA (finance qualifications)

Financial reporting

Stakeholder management

Excel modelling

Attention to detail

Education

CIMA/ACA/ACCA qualification

Tools

Excel

Job description

Financial Controller

Liverpool | £55,000-65,000 + Bonus and Benefits | Hybrid Working

An outstanding opportunity has arisen for a Qualified Financial Controller to join a rapidly expanding £25m-turnover E-Commerce business in Merseyside - on track to grow to £50m in the next 3 years through ongoing UK growth and expansion into European territories. As the number two in finance in the business, you will report directly to the Head of Finance, leading a finance team of three and working closely with the senior leadership team. Whilst focussed on Statutory, Financial Accounting and Tax aspects of the business, this is a broad role working very closely with the Head of Finance with exposure to all financial aspects of the business.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Ownership of the month-end and year-end financial close.
• Monthly management accounts and financial reporting.
• Maintaining robust balance sheet controls and reconciliations.
• Monitoring cash flow, working capital and key financial performance indicators.
• Overseeing the accounting for revenue, stock, cost of sales, landed costs and other transactions.
• Support the budgeting, forecasting and financial modelling process.
• Financial analysis and providing insight to budget holders/senior management to support commercial decisions.
• Monitoring stock and stock accounting across warehouses and third-party logistics providers.
• Responsibility for the company's day-to-day tax compliance requirements.
• Preparing and reviewing UK VAT returns, ensuring accuracy and timely submission.
• Managing VAT requirements relating to international e-commerce and cross-border transactions.
• Supporting the preparation and submission of corporation tax returns.
• Work closely with external tax advisers on corporation tax and other tax matters.
• Reviewing the tax implications of new markets, sales channels and business structures.
• Supporting international VAT, customs duty and transfer pricing requirements where applicable.
• Leading the annual external audit process.
• Coordinating the preparation of statutory financial statements.
• Ensuring compliance with relevant accounting standards and statutory requirements.
• Management and development of the finance team.
• Business Partner with Marketing, Operations, Supply Chain and Sales teams.
• Supporting strategic projects, including system implementations, new market launches and new market exploration.

The successful candidate

• Fully Qualified CIMA, ACA or ACCA
• Experience working in a Financial Controller or Senior Finance position.
• Experience within e-commerce, retail or a multi-channel consumer business preferred.
• Strong knowledge of UK VAT and corporation tax.
• Experience managing external audits.
• Strong understanding of statutory accounts and financial reporting.
• Experience with international VAT and cross-border transactions.
• Strong Excel and financial modelling skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and financial accuracy.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• A proactive approach to identifying risks and improving processes.

Salary and benefits

• Salary of £50,000-60,000 (possibly some flexibility)
• Performance-related bonus
• 25 days' holiday
• 5% pension contribution
• Flexible working around core hours of 10am-4pm
• Hybrid working: four days in the office and one day from home

This is an excellent opportunity to join a friendly, collaborative and supportive team in an ambitious/dynamic business with an exciting growth strategy