Financial Director Candidate for UK FMCG Business

3 weeks ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Arlington Resource Management Ltd Full time

Opportunity Overview


Arlington Resource Management Ltd, a fast-growing international £40m Consumer Goods / FMCG business, is seeking a Financial Controller (No 1 role) for its UK Management team.


Job Summary


We are looking for an experienced Financial Controller to join our leadership team and take full responsibility for the UK Finance function. This will include preparation of timely and accurate management accounts, cash management and forecasting, review and assessment of stock levels, and monitoring of payment terms and aged debtors.


Key Responsibilities



  • Financial Planning and Control: Preparation of annual budgets and forecasts, monitoring actuals versus targets, and providing regular updates and analysis on financial performance.
  • Cash Management: Cash flow forecasting, managing bank accounts, and maintaining relationships with company bankers.
  • Stock Management: Review, assessment, and forecasting of stock levels to ensure optimum use of working capital within the business.
  • Payment Terms and Aged Debtors: Monitoring of payment terms and aged debtors, and overseeing credit control.
  • Reporting and Analysis: Preparation of commercial information such as margin analysis, sales analysis, product analysis, and the reporting of further KPIs.
  • Cost Savings and Efficiency: Identify and implement cost savings where appropriate.
  • Relationship Management: Manage relationship with outsourced payroll providers and external auditors, ensuring timely audit and filing of annual statutory accounts.

About You


We are looking for a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, ACMA, CIMA) with at least 10 years' relevant experience in Finance. Ideal candidates will have a strong track record of delivering financial planning and control, cash management, and cost savings initiatives.


Estimated Salary: £60,000 - £80,000 per annum



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