Financial Controller

Financial Controller up to £55K - Tamworth

Your new company
I'm excited to represent a fast-paced licensed pop culture business operating across e-commerce, marketplaces, retail and wholesale channels.Working with some of the world's biggest entertainment brands and manage a large multi-channel operation across platforms including Shopify, Amazon and major retail partners.As the business continues to grow, they are now looking for a hands-on Financial Controller to strengthen the finance function and take ownership of operational finance, reporting and financial control processes.
Your new role
This is a key role within the finance team, you will be responsible for ensuring accurate financial reporting, strong financial controls and reliable operational finance processes across the business.The role will involve taking ownership of management accounts, VAT reporting, income reconciliations, royalty reporting support and finance process improvements within a fast-moving ecommerce and retail environment.You will work closely with the Head of Finance and wider leadership team to support the continued growth and operational stability of the business.Are you someone who is commercially minded, detail-focused and operationally strong?This role would suit a proactive person who enjoys taking ownership, enjoys autonomy and improving processes and helping bring structure and control to a growing business environment.

Key Responsibilities
You will:
Prepare monthly management accounts and supporting analysis

Maintain accurate VAT accounting and reporting processesManage and reconcile high-volume income data across multiple sales channelsSupport quarterly royalty reporting and related financial analysisOversee balance sheet reconciliations and month-end processesMonitor cash flow and assist with forecastingImprove finance systems, controls and reporting accuracySupport audit preparation and statutory reporting requirementsWork closely with operational teams to improve financial visibility and controlsAssist with budgeting and financial planning processesSupport the development and management of the finance teamIdentify process improvement opportunities across finance operations

What you'll need to succeed

Fully qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA or ACA)Previous experience within a Financial Controller, Senior Finance Manager or similar roleStrong management accounts experienceExcellent reconciliation and analytical skillsExperience managing large volumes of financial dataStrong understanding of VAT and financial controlsConfident working within fast-paced commercial environmentsStrong Excel and finance systems experienceOrganised, hands-on and commercially awareAble to manage priorities and work under pressureDesirable Experience

• E-commerce, retail or marketplace finance experience
• Experience with Amazon, Shopify or multi-channel retail environments
• Royalty accounting or licensing industry experience
• Experience improving finance processes and systems

What you'll get in return

• 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays
  
• Bonus
• Career progression
• plus other benefits

What you need to do now

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