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 team
• Taking full ownership of the preparation and delivery of financial accounts
• Managing banking relationships, foreign currency transactions and cash flow forecasting
• Reviewing and strengthening financial controls, processes and reporting procedures
• Identifying operational improvements and implementing meaningful change across the business
• Reviewing supplier and service contracts, leading renegotiations where appropriate
• Analysing costs, margins and profitability to support commercial decision-making
• Contributing to the long-term strategic planning and growth of the business
• Playing a key role in monthly management and leadership meetings

What skills do we need?

We're looking for a commercially focused finance professional who enjoys being hands-on and influencing business performance.

You will ideally have:

• ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification (qualified by experience candidates with relevant expertise will also be considered)
• Previous experience within an e-commerce environment
• Strong commercial acumen and a proactive approach to problem-solving
• Experience partnering with operational teams and senior stakeholders
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to develop and motivate others
• The drive and ambition to progress into a future Finance Director role

What's On Offer?

• £60,000 - £80,000 salary, depending on experience
• Clear progression pathway to Finance Director
• 28 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Hybrid working (4 days office / 1 day from home)
• Private healthcare
• Opportunity to play a genuine role in transforming and shaping the future of the business

If you're looking for a position where your influence will be felt across the entire organisation and where you can build a long-term leadership career, we'd love to hear from you.