Financial Controller

Marc Daniels are working with a boutique luxury importer of cosmetics in their search for an ambitious Financial Controller to help guide them as they grow. This is a great opportunity for someone with trade finance experience to join a rapidly growing business.

This role features very hybrid working. (2 days a week in the office)

Responsabilities:

Monitoring & reporting business performance
Ensuring good financial controls are maintained throughout the business
Strategic planning & budget creation
Provide proactive financial analysis & scenario modelling
Financial forecasting & monitoring cashflow
Forecasting International foreign exchange
Overseeing currency exchange & management
Supervise month end close
Assist with financial preparation for monthly, quarterly & annual management meetings
Oversee R&D investment, grants & appropriate balance sheet allocation
Proactive management of rolling budgets & reforecasts
Assist with FY end planning, processes and due diligence
Assist with the statutory accounts and regulatory reporting with accountants
Oversee employee payroll and statutory compliance
Assist with tax planning for the company & director remuneration
Responsible for setting up new financial entities as required
Support, define & deploy new processes to drive efficiency

Requirements:

Robust professional qualifications (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
Trade finance experience
Experience in Inventory Control
Cashflow management
Strong excel skills for monitoring, interpreting & reporting data
Experience within fast paced environments & entrepreneurial led organisations