Financial Controller

HAYS
Merton, Greater London

Job Description

Financial Controller, Finance Manager

Your new employer
You’ll be joining a successful, fast growing international retail business with a strong brand presence and an entrepreneurial culture. The company operates in a dynamic, customer-focused market and is entering an exciting phase of expansion, creating the need for a high calibre Financial Controller to strengthen its leadership team. With an owner managed structure, decisions are made quickly, innovation is encouraged, and you’ll have the opportunity to make a visible impact from day one. The environment is collaborative, ambitious, and commercially driven, offering a rare blend of stability and growth potential.
Your new role As Financial Controller, you will lead a small, capable finance team and take full ownership of the finance function. Your remit will include management and statutory reporting, cashflow management, hedging, VAT, and tax compliance. You will work closely with the CEO, providing commercial insight to drive performance and support decision making. You will oversee the budgeting and forecasting cycle, contribute to strategic planning, and act as a trusted advisor within this owner managed environment. Key external relationships will include auditors, banks, and other professional partners. You will also take responsibility for financial systems, reporting tools, and ensuring the business has the right data to operate effectively.
What you’ll need to succeed You will be an ACA or ACCA qualified Financial Controller with experience in an SME or retail focused environment. You’ll bring a hands-on approach, strong technical capability, and the confidence to work closely with ambitious, entrepreneurial leaders. A commercial mindset, excellent communication skills, and the ability to influence at senior level will be essential.
What you’ll get in return A salary of £80,000 to £90,000, plus discretionary bonus and benefits. You’ll join a highly successful, growing, international private business where you can make a visible impact and play a key role in its next phase of expansion. What you need to do now If you’re interested in this role, click apply now to send an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us for a confidential conversation. If this position isn’t quite right for you, but you’re exploring new opportunities, please get in touch to discuss your career plans.
What you need to do now If you’re interested in this role, click apply now to send an up to date copy of your CV, or call us for a confidential conversation. If this position isn’t quite right for you but you’re exploring new opportunities, please get in touch to discuss your career plans. # 4756436

Posted 2026-05-04

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