Financial Controller

3 weeks ago


UK, UK, United Kingdom Alexander Steele Recruitment Full time

Our Client are a well-established, family-run wholesale food business in Scotland, supplying high-quality products to a wide range of customers, including restaurants, retailers, and caterers.


Reporting directly to the Finance Director, the Financial Controller will be a key player in managing the financial operations of the business. You will be responsible for delivering high-quality financial reporting, ensuring robust financial controls, and providing strategic financial insights. This is a hands-on role that will require close collaboration with various departments to drive profitability and operational efficiency, supporting the company’s ambitious growth plans.


The Role:


  • Prepare accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, ensuring compliance with accounting standards.
  • Provide detailed financial analysis, highlighting trends, opportunities, and risks to inform key business decisions.
  • Support the Finance Director in presenting financial results to senior management and stakeholders.
  • Lead the annual budgeting process, collaborating with department heads to develop realistic financial targets.
  • Develop and manage rolling forecasts to ensure the business is well-prepared for both short-term and long-term financial planning.
  • Assist the Finance Director in scenario analysis and financial modelling to support strategic initiatives.
  • Monitor and manage business costs, identifying opportunities for cost efficiencies, particularly in procurement, inventory management, and supply chain.
  • Perform margin analysis to evaluate product and customer profitability.
  • Work with the Finance Director and operational teams to implement strategies that drive profitability and improve operational performance.
  • Ensure effective cash flow management to support business operations and future investments.
  • Oversee credit control and manage working capital, focusing on receivables, payables, and stock to optimise financial health.
  • Lead and develop a high-performing finance team, ensuring they have the tools and support to excel.
  • Foster a culture of continuous improvement within the finance department, driving efficiency and innovation.


Key Skills and Experience:


  • Fully qualified accountant (CA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).
  • Proven experience as a Finance Controller or in a senior finance role, ideally within wholesale, food, or FMCG sectors.
  • Strong financial management experience in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
  • Advanced analytical skills with a proven ability to provide clear, actionable insights.
  • Expertise in financial systems (e.g., Sage, SAP, or similar) and strong Excel capabilities.
  • Leadership experience, with a track record of managing and developing a finance team.
  • Strong communication and influencing skills, with the ability to work effectively across all levels of the business.


What’s on Offer:


  • Competitive salary and benefits package
  • The opportunity to play a key role in one of the UK’s most successful food wholesale businesses.
  • Career progression opportunities within a rapidly expanding organisation.
  • A dynamic and fast-paced environment where your contributions will be highly valued.


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