Financial Controller

Harper May is working with a founder-led retail and lifestyle business operating across physical stores and online channels. The company has grown steadily over the past five years and now manages significant inventory, multi-channel operations, and a growing team across finance and supply chain. Recent expansion has created capacity constraints in the finance function, and the business is now seeking a Financial Controller to establish stronger reporting infrastructure and provide clearer visibility to the leadership team. The RoleReporting to the Finance Director, you will own the full cycle of financial reporting, statutory compliance, and internal controls. You will manage a small finance team, oversee month-end close, and work closely with operations and commercial leads to support budgeting, cash management, and performance analysis across both retail and e-commerce channels. Deliver timely and accurate management accounts and management information to support business decision-making Lead monthly close processes, balance sheet reconciliations, and reconciliation of key control accounts Manage the annual budget and rolling forecast cycle in collaboration with business unit leads Oversee payroll administration, tax compliance (PAYE, VAT, corporation tax), and pension responsibilities Maintain and document financial controls, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and audit requirements Lead the external audit and manage the statutory year-end filing process ..... full job details .....