Senior Financial Controller - Build Finance Function & Drive Growth (Remote)

Simpson Judge; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing e-commerce business in Central Manchester seeks an experienced Financial Controller to establish and oversee its finance function. The role involves managing financial reporting, budgeting, and compliance while working closely with the Managing Director to drive strategic growth. The ideal candidate will be CIMA, ACCA, or ACA qualified, with strong experience in finance, ideally within e-commerce or fashion sectors. Competitive salary up to £65,000 and potential for progression to Finance Director.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Future progression to Finance Director

Potential for remote work after probation

5 hour work week, Monday to Friday

Qualifications

• Experience as a Financial Controller or in a similar role.
• Qualified with CIMA, ACCA, or ACA certification.
• Experience in e-commerce or fashion sectors is preferred.
• Experience setting up a finance function is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all financial reporting and month-end/year-end processes.
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow planning.
• Set up the finance function from scratch.
• Work closely with leadership on strategic growth plans.

Skills

Financial reporting

Budgeting

Forecasting

Cash-flow planning

Dynamic and forward thinking

Education

CIMA/ACCA/ACA qualified

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

A fast-growing e-commerce business in Central Manchester seeks an experienced Financial Controller to establish and oversee its finance function. The role involves managing financial reporting, budgeting, and compliance while working closely with the Managing Director to drive strategic growth. The ideal candidate will be CIMA, ACCA, or ACA qualified, with strong experience in finance, ideally within e-commerce or fashion sectors. Competitive salary up to £65,000 and potential for progression to Finance Director.