Wade Macdonald
Financial Controller
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Financial Controller
Location: Bristol (Hybrid – minimum 3 days per week in the office)
Salary: £70,000 - £80,000
About the Client
Our client is a growing organisation operating within the Fashion/E-Commerce sector, with a strong ecommerce presence and ambitious international growth plans. As they continue to expand into new markets, they are looking for a commercially minded finance professional to strengthen their finance function and support strategic decision-making. They value integrity and honesty, upholding the highest ethical standards in every aspect of their business.
About the Job
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Financial Controller to take ownership of the finance function within a fast-paced ecommerce environment. Working closely with senior leadership, you will provide accurate financial reporting, oversee financial controls, manage cash flow and deliver commercial insight that supports continued business growth.
Duties will include:
- Leading the day-to-day finance function and overseeing all financial accounting activities.
- Producing monthly management accounts, board reports and financial analysis.
- Managing budgets, forecasts and cash flow forecasting.
- Monitoring financial performance and providing commercial recommendations to senior stakeholders.
- Maintaining robust financial controls, processes and compliance procedures.
- Managing payroll, supplier payments and expense processes.
- Coordinating statutory reporting, tax matters and external audit requirements with external advisers.
- Preparing VAT information for UK and international reporting requirements.
- Reconciling ecommerce transactions, payment platforms and multi-channel sales activity.
- Supporting international expansion through financial analysis and market planning.
- Managing banking relationships, lending facilities and working capital.
- Collaborating with operational, marketing and product teams to support commercial decision-making.
- Monitoring inventory valuations and stock reconciliations alongside logistics partners.
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You will be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with proven experience in a Financial Controller or senior finance position, ideally within an ecommerce environment. You will have strong knowledge of financial reporting, cash flow management and commercial finance, alongside experience using Xero and advanced spreadsheet skills. Excellent communication, organisation and stakeholder management abilities are essential, together with a hands-on approach and the ability to thrive in a growing business.
What You Will Receive in Return
In return, you will join an ambitious organisation at an exciting stage of growth, where you will work closely with senior leadership and play a key role in shaping the finance function. The position offers hybrid working, a genuine opportunity to progress towards Finance Director as the business grows, exposure to international expansion projects and the chance to make a significant impact within a collaborative and supportive environment.
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