Opportunity Details
The client is seeking a Group Financial Controller for a high growth, investor backed FMCG business in North London on a 12-month fixed term basis, with potential for permanent contract. Responsibilities include managing a team of 7, overseeing UK Finance function, ensuring accurate financial reporting, embedding financial processes and controls, managing tax accounting, and leading adhoc finance projects. The successful candidate must be ACA / ACCA or CIMA qualified with 8+ years post qualified experience, possess strong technical accounting skills, be commercially astute, have exceptional communication skills, and strong systems skills including Excel and SAP.
The Group Financial Controller will be responsible for managing and developing the finance team, setting goals, providing guidance and support, and promoting a culture of continuous improvement. They will also be responsible for presenting financial information to senior management and external stakeholders, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulations, and handling multiple projects and tasks while coordinating with various stakeholders. The ideal candidate will be an influential leader with the ability to operate at both strategic and operational levels, possess a strong understanding of accounting control environments, and have the ability to handle multiple projects and tasks effectively.