Financial Controller
The Financial Controller plays a pivotal role in the retail sector, driving financial leadership, strategic guidance, and operational support.
This key position ensures the financial health of the business through accurate financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management.
Closely collaborating with senior management, the Financial Controller drives profitability, improves cost efficiency, and supports decision-making in a fast-paced retail environment.
Key Responsibilities:
* Develop and maintain financial policies, controls, procedures, and systems to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.
* Prepare and analyze monthly financial statements, budget and forecast reports, ensuring financial targets align with business goals.
* Monitor and manage cash flow, working capital, and stock-related financial performance.
* Analyze sales trends, margins, and operational costs to identify opportunities for revenue growth and cost savings.
* Oversee financial planning, including store performance analysis and cost control measures.
* Evaluate compliance with relevant statutory, legal, and tax regulations specific to the retail industry.
* Collaborate with store managers and senior management to drive financial efficiency and profitability.
* Lead and develop the finance team, ensuring strong financial governance and best practices are followed.
Qualifications and Experience:
* Hold a professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACMA, CPA, ACCA, ACA).
* Minimum 5 years experience in a similar financial leadership role.
* Experience in the retail industry, including an understanding of stock management, sales reporting, and margin analysis.
* Demonstrate strong financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting skills and revenue compliance.
* Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills to liaise with both finance and non-finance teams.
* ERP systems implementation would be a distinct advantage.
* Able to work in a fast-paced, multi-location retail environment.
* Proficiency in accounting software and MS Office applications.
Essential Skills:
* Qualified accountant ACA/ACCA/CIMA
* Management Accountant
* Finance Manager
* Financial Analyst
* Financial Controller