Financial Controller - Beauty

Michael Page (UK); United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing beauty startup based in London is seeking its first in-house Finance hire. The role involves ensuring accurate product costing, overseeing cash flow forecasting, and collaborating on pricing strategies. The ideal candidate is a qualified accountant with FMCG experience and strong Excel skills. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from £90,000 to £120,000, along with potential long-term incentives based on performance.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Potential Long Term Incentives

Discretionary Bonus

Standard Benefits

Qualifications

• Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA).
• Experience in FMCG inventory accounting.
• Ability to take ownership of transactional finance.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate product costing for strategic pricing.
• Collaborate on pricing strategies.
• Oversee debtor management and cash flow forecasting.
• Administer invoice financing processes.

Skills

Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)

FMCG industry experience (inventory accounting)

Ownership of transactional finance

Professionalism and discretion

Team collaboration

Finance business partner experience

Proficiency in Xero

Excel skills

Tools

Xero

Job description

High growth London based beauty startup! First in house Finance hire - high potential for growth!

About Our Client

Our Client is a small company in the Beauty sector backed by credible investors with a successful track record in the FMCG space. They have experienced 100% growth YoY for the past 3 years and are anticipating continued growth for the next several years!

Job Description

• Ensure accurate product costing to support strategic pricing and commercial decisions
• Collaborate with management on pricing strategies
• Implement and maintain systems for timely and insightful management reporting
• Oversee debtor management and cash flow forecasting
• Administer invoice financing and inventory reporting processes
• Manage royalty calculations and reporting for brand partners
• Maintain accurate inventory records, including third-party stock tracking
• Prepare key performance indicators (KPIs) for monthly financial reviews
• Compile stock valuations, accruals, and prepayment schedules
• Handle VAT submissions and compliance
• Propose initiatives to enhance profitability
• Coordinate insurance coverage updates
• Liaise with head office and external advisors as needed

The Successful Applicant

• Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)
• FMCG industry experience (inventory accounting)
• Willing to roll up your sleeves and take ownership of transactional finance
• Demonstrates professionalism, discretion, and meticulous attention to detail
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, collaborative team culture
• Track record of acting as a finance business partner to Sales, Marketing, and Supply Chain teams
• Identify opportunities as the company grows
• Proficient in Xero and highly skilled in Excel

What's on Offer

Competitive salary ranging from around £90,000 - £120,000 (depending on experience and interview performance)

Potential Long Term Incentives (depending on candidate and experience)

Discretionary Bonus based on company performance metrics

Standard Benefits