Financial Controller - Sportswear

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This range is provided by Agora Talent. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.Finance Recruitment Consultant - Retail and Consumer Brands

Agora are delighted to be working with an exciting PE-backed sportswear business in their search for a Financial Controller to join their growing team.With a portfolio of innovative athletic wear brands and a rapidly expanding direct-to-consumer presence, our client has achieved remarkable growth since their private equity backing. They\''re now setting their sights on international expansion and new product launches, targeting 300% revenue growth over the next three years.This role would suit an accomplished finance professional who thrives in fast-paced, high-growth environments and wants to be instrumental in scaling a dynamic consumer brand. You\''ll work closely with the leadership team and PE stakeholders, driving financial excellence while supporting ambitious expansion plans.You must be able to independently manage all aspects of financial reporting, budgeting and analysis, and in return you will be provided with significant autonomy, direct access to senior leadership, and genuine career progression opportunities.What will you be doing?Leading month-end and year-end financial reporting processesPreparing detailed management accounts and KPI dashboards for leadership teamManaging budgeting, forecasting and variance analysisSupporting due diligence processes for acquisitions and new market entriesOverseeing cash flow management and working capital optimisationPartnering with operations teams on inventory management and cost analysisWorking with external auditors and ensuring regulatory complianceLeading system improvements and process automation initiativesProviding financial insights to support strategic decision-makingManaging relationships with PE investors and presenting financial performanceWhat would we love to see from you?Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with strong technical skills5+ years experience in finance roles, preferably in consumer goods/retailPrevious experience in PE-backed or fast-growth businessesStrong leadership capabilities and team management experienceExceptional analytical skills with advanced Excel and financial modellingExperience with ERP systems and financial reporting softwareOutstanding communication and presentation skillsCommercial mindset with ability to translate numbers into business insightsWhat would set you apart from the rest?Experience in sportswear, fashion or consumer brands sectorPrevious involvement in international expansion or MandA activitiesKnowledge of e-commerce and multi-channel retail financeLocation:

London (hybrid working available)Seniority level

Mid-Senior levelEmployment type

Full-timeJob function

Accounting/Auditing and FinanceIndustries

Sporting Goods Manufacturing, Retail Apparel and Fashion, and ..... full job details .....