Financial Controller (future Finance Director opportunity)

Are you an ambitious Financial Controller looking for the opportunity to step into a Finance Director role in the future?Sewell Wallis is partnering with a well-established, family-owned e-commerce business with over 30 years of trading history. Supplying products to a range of recognised retail brands, the business is currently navigating a challenging period and is seeking a commercially minded finance leader who can help drive change, improve performance and play a key role in shaping the future direction of the company.This is far more than a traditional finance position. You''ll join a close-knit Senior Leadership Team and be given the platform to influence strategic decisions, challenge existing processes and make a genuine impact across the organisation. For the right individual, there is a clear pathway to progress into a Finance Director position.What will you be doing?Working closely with the Managing Director and wider leadership team, your responsibilities will include:Leading and developing a small finance teamTaking full ownership of the preparation and delivery of financial accountsManaging banking relationships, foreign currency transactions and cash flow forecastingReviewing and strengthening financial controls, processes and reporting proceduresIdentifying operational improvements and implementing meaningful change across the businessReviewing supplier and service contracts, leading renegotiations where appropriateAnalysing costs, margins and profitability ..... full job details .....