Strategic Finance Controller – Reporting, CAPEX & Risk (Hybrid)

Merry Hill Group; Castleton; Hybrid; GBP 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Footasylum, a leading UK-based retailer in streetwear and sportswear, seeks a Financial Controller to head the Reporting and Transactional Finance teams and partner the Finance Director to drive reporting, control and compliance. The role covers CAPEX, tax, risk management and strong stakeholder reporting, with leadership across the accounting function and collaboration with FP&A, procurement and banks.

This is a hybrid Head Office role in Greater Manchester, requiring hands-on leadership,

Qualifications

• ACA/ACCA qualified.
• 3+ years post-qualification experience.
• Leadership skills and ability to motivate a team.
• Strong communication with stakeholders.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Management Reporting and Month End.
• Lead on Statutory Reporting and Audit.
• Manage Stakeholder Reporting (Aurelius, Banks etc.).
• UK and overseas VAT returns incl. liaising with tax advisors.
• Corporation tax incl. Capital Allowances, Transfer Pricing, R&D.
• Lead group insurance policies and risk management.
• Manage FX risk through hedging activities.
• Support cashflow forecasting and liquidity management.
• Ensure strong balance sheet controls and reconciliation.
• Oversee transactional finance incl. supplier and customer relationships.
• Budgeting and reporting capital expenditure; IFRS 16 Leases.

Skills

3+ years PQE

Education

ACA/ACCA

Job description

Footasylum, a leading UK-based retailer in streetwear and sportswear, seeks a Financial Controller to head the Reporting and Transactional Finance teams and partner the Finance Director to drive reporting, control and compliance. The role covers CAPEX, tax, risk management and strong stakeholder reporting, with leadership across the accounting function and collaboration with FP&A, procurement and banks.

This is a hybrid Head Office role in Greater Manchester, requiring hands-on leadership,