Financial Controller

Financial Controller | Tameside (3 days in office with flex start/finish times) | £75,000 - £85,000 | FMCG  Axon Moore have partnered with a growing, product-led consumer business who are looking to appoint an ambitious Financial Controller to their team on a full time permanent basis. The business has ambitious international growth plans, with overseas turnover expected to double as they enter new territories across Europe. This is a hands-on senior finance role with genuine potential to become future FD. Reporting into the senior finance team, you will take ownership of financial accounting, month-end, management reporting, cash flow, treasury, FX and compliance, while acting as a key business partner to the wider organisation. Key Responsibilities Act as a trusted finance partner to the wider leadership team. Translate financial information into clear commercial insight and actionable recommendations. Build strong relationships across the business and ensure finance is viewed as a value-adding partner rather than simply a reporting function. Lead the financial accounting function and ensure robust financial controls are maintained across the business Own the month-end close process, ensuring accurate and timely reporting Lead the production of management accounts and financial reporting for senior stakeholders Lead cash-flow forecasting and provide clear visibility of short and medium-term liquidity Manage treasury activities and optimise the use of available cash Manage and mitigate foreign exchange exposure as the business continues to expand internationally Oversee VAT compliance and ensure all relevant filings and obligations are completed accurately and on time Support strategic decision-making as the business expands across European markets. Ideal candidate: Fully qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, ACA) Prior experience in a stock based business (Retail, Manufacturing, FMCG) is highly advantageous  Experience managing cash flow and working capital is a must Ability to operate at both strategic and detailed levels, has strong business partnering skills and has ambitions to take the next step towards Finance Director. For more information please apply to this advert or contact Danny Kay at Axon Moore