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Our client, a renowned name in retail, is seeking a Financial Controller to join their dynamic team. With a strong presence both online and in well-established department stores, this company has experienced substantial growth and is looking for an experienced financial leader to help manage and optimise their financial operations.

Role Overview: The Financial Controller will report directly to the Finance Director and oversee a dedicated finance team. The ideal candidate will have experience in both online and in-store environments, preferably within a product-oriented industry, and will play a key role in supporting the company’s continued growth and profitability.

Key Responsibilities:

• Financial Leadership: Prepare detailed management accounts and board-level reports to guide strategic decision-making and inform business strategies.
• Strategic Planning: Lead the forecasting and budgeting process, aligning financial plans with the company’s growth and expansion objectives.
• Revenue Management: Oversee revenue recognition and documentation, ensuring full compliance with accounting standards and internal controls.
• Investor Relations: Manage private equity (PE) and investor reporting, providing clear, transparent insights into the company's financial health and performance.
• Cash Flow Optimisation: Monitor and manage working capital on a weekly basis, ensuring efficient management of cash, accrued revenue, and debtor balances.
• Comprehensive Oversight: Oversee payroll, pensions, taxes (PAYE, VAT, CT), banking, and treasury operations, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Compliance and Audit: Prepare statutory accounts and lead the audit process, ensuring full compliance with all financial regulations and standards.
• Team Development: Mentor and lead a high-performing finance team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, excellence, and collaboration.

Desired Skills and Experience:

• Proven experience as a Financial Controller in a retail or product-oriented industry.
• Fully qualified (ACA / CIMA / ACCA) with a strong technical foundation in accounting and financial reporting.
• Experience in investor relations and reporting is highly advantageous.
• Exceptional Excel and financial modelling skills, with the ability to analyse complex data and produce actionable insights.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments and engage effectively with senior leadership and external stakeholders.
• Detail-oriented, with a focus on accuracy and the ability to meet strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment.