Financial Controller (£70,000)

Financial Controller - Belfast (FMCG)

• Annual Salary: £70,000 per annum
• Location: Belfast - Site-based
• Job Type: Full-time, permanent

We are seeking an experienced and commercially focused Financial Controller to lead our client's finance function within a fast-paced FMCG environment. This pivotal role is responsible for ensuring strong financial governance, delivering accurate and timely reporting, driving operational efficiency, and supporting strategic decision-making across the business.

Day-to-day of the role:

Financial Management & Reporting

• Lead the weekly, month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and adherence to deadlines (IFRS/USGAAP).
• Produce timely management accounts, financial statements, and performance dashboards.
• Oversee balance sheet integrity, reconciliations, and internal controls.
• Produce accurate budgets and forecasts.

Commercial Finance & Business Partnering

• Partner with Operations, Supply Chain, Sales, and Marketing to support decision-making and improve profitability.
• Provide insights into cost trends, margin performance, and profitability by product, project, or business unit.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning processes.

Cost Control & Operational Efficiency

• Drive continuous improvement in financial processes, systems, and reporting.
• Lead cost-saving initiatives and support operational optimisation across the depot.

Cashflow & Treasury

• Manage cashflow forecasting and maintain the primary contact for banking relationships.
• Oversee credit control, supplier payments, and treasury processes.

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team to ensure high performance and strong succession planning.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• You will be a fully qualified accountant with proven experience as a Financial Controller, preferably within an FMCG environment or similar.
• Strong technical accounting skills with expertise in IFRS/USGAAP.
• Excellent leadership and team development skills.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and financial reporting tools.

Benefits

• Bonus structure, health insurance, parking, pension plans

To apply for this Financial Controller position, please click apply or contact Laurence at Reed Finance Belfast.