Finance Controller

· Lead and manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting process, ensuring timely and accurate delivery in line with UK GAAP/IFRS requirements.

· Ensure robust internal controls, governance, and compliance frameworks are maintained and improved where necessary.

· Leverage strong audit expertise to manage the end-to-end external audit process, including the preparation of high-quality audit files and liaison with auditors.

· Lead the consolidation of financial results across group entities.

· Own the preparation and review of monthly balance sheet reconciliations, resolving aged items and ensuring accuracy of financial data.

· Act as the primary finance lead for NetSuite, ensuring the ERP is optimised for reporting, automation, and compliance.

· Manage treasury and cash flow processes, including daily/weekly forecasting, bank reconciliations, and oversight of banking relationships.

· Work cross-functionally with operations, FP&A, and commercial teams to drive financial insights and support strategic decision-making.

· Lead finance support for inventory and stocktake processes, ensuring integrity of stock valuations and reconciliation with financial records.

· Ensure full compliance with all UK tax obligations including Corporation Tax, VAT, and PAYE, in collaboration with external tax advisors.

· Play a key role in ERP development and process automation, ensuring financial systems align with business growth.

· Partner with the Vice President of Accounting and senior leadership to drive continuous improvement initiatives across finance and business operations.

Requirements

· A fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA).

· Significant audit experience, ideally trained in a top-tier accounting firm.

· Proven hands-on experience with NetSuite ERP – essential.

· Strong technical knowledge of UK GAAP, IFRS, and UK tax regulations.

· Excellent analytical and financial modelling skills.

· Advanced Excel and general IT proficiency.

· A proactive and collaborative approach with excellent interpersonal skills.

· Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop a finance team.

· Demonstrated ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

· Commercially astute with a drive for continuous improvement and process optimisation.