Financial Controller - Beauty

West End Permanent £81,000 - £120,000 per year View Job Description
A dynamic and expanding company in the beauty and lifestyle sector is seeking a qualified and experienced Financial Controller to take on a newly established leadership role. This position offers a competitive compensation package and the chance to work closely with senior leadership during an exciting phase of growth.
  • High growth London based beauty startup!
  • First in house Finance hire - high potential for growth!

About Our Client

Our Client is a small company in the Beauty sector backed by credible investors in with a successful track record in the FMCG space. They have experienced 100% growth YoY for the past 3 years and are anticipating continued growth for the next several years!

Job Description

  • Ensure accurate product costing to support strategic pricing and commercial decisions
  • Collaborate with management on pricing strategies
  • Implement and maintain systems for timely and insightful management reporting
  • Oversee debtor management and cash flow forecasting
  • Administer invoice financing and inventory reporting processes
  • Manage royalty calculations and reporting for brand partners
  • Maintain accurate inventory records, including third-party stock tracking
  • Prepare key performance indicators (KPIs) for monthly financial reviews
  • Compile stock valuations, accruals, and prepayment schedules
  • Handle VAT submissions and compliance
  • Propose initiatives to enhance profitability
  • Coordinate insurance coverage updates
  • Liaise with head office and external advisors as needed

The Successful Applicant

  • Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)
  • FMCG industry experience (inventory accounting)
  • Willing to roll up your sleeves and take ownership of transactional finance
  • Demonstrates professionalism, discretion, and meticulous attention to detail
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, collaborative team culture
  • Track record of acting as a finance business partner to Sales, Marketing, and Supply Chain teams
  • As the company grows, identify
  • Proficient in Xero and highly skilled in Excel



What's on Offer

Competitive salary ranging from around £90,000 - £120,000 (depending on experience and interview performance)

Potential Long Term Incentives (depending on candidate and experience)

Discretionary Bonus based on company performance metrics

Standard Benefits

Contact
Isabelle Hansen
Quote job ref
JN-092025-6836922
Phone number
+442072691731

Job summary

Job function
Accounting
Subsector
Financial Controller
Sector
FMCG (Fast Moving Consumer Goods)
Location
West End
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Isabelle Hansen
Consultant phone
+442072691731
Job reference
JN-092025-6836922