Assistant Financial Controller

£55000 – £65000/annum

Full Time, Accounting/Financial/Insurance Vacancy In Greater London

Hirexo are working with a rapidly growing FMCG business headquartered in West London, located close to Hammersmith underground station (District, Piccadilly, Circle and Hammersmith & City lines). With ambitious plans to continue scaling in the UK, Europe, and the US, the client is looking to appoint an Assistant Financial Controller who is Big 4 / Big 6 qualified and has a minimum of 2-3 years' post-qualification industry experience to support their next stage of development.
 
About Our Client
Our client is a fast-expanding FMCG business with strong international operations and a scale-up culture. The company has quickly established itself in its market, combining the pace and energy of a start-up with the stability of a business that is scaling at speed. With a collaborative and friendly culture, the business promotes openness and initiative, holding quarterly social events, team-building days, and a standout Christmas party. With further growth forecast over the next 2-3 years, this is an exciting time to join the business.
 
The Opportunity for the Assistant Financial Controller
This is a key leadership role within the Finance team, reporting directly to the Finance Director, who in turn reports to the Managing Director. The Assistant Financial Controller will take ownership of group-level reporting and consolidation, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and compliance across multiple international entities. This is a hands-on role with scope to manage and mentor a small finance team, including exposure to international team management. The role is hybrid, requiring 3 days per week in the Hammersmith office and 2 days working from home.
 
Key Responsibilities for the Assistant Financial Controller

Prepare and consolidate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements under IFRS and/or US GAAP.
Oversee intercompany reconciliations across subsidiaries, ensuring timely resolution of variances.
Manage external audit processes and coordinate with tax advisors across multiple jurisdictions.
Maintain the group chart of accounts, ensuring accounting consistency internationally.
Enhance internal controls, processes, and policies, supporting continuous improvement.
Provide technical accounting guidance on complex transactions and new accounting standards.
Manage and mentor the finance team, supporting development and succession planning.
Partner with senior stakeholders across Europe and the US to deliver accurate and timely reporting.
Support ad-hoc strategic projects as required by the Finance Director and Managing Director. What You'll Need to Succeed as the Assistant Financial Controller

Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA / CPA).
Big 4 or Big 6 background in the UK is essential, along with a minimum of 2-3 years' post-qualification industry experience.
Strong technical knowledge of IFRS and UK and US GAAP, with excellent consolidation experience.
International exposure, ideally working across European and US reporting lines.
Experience within FMCG, manufacturing, or e-commerce is desirable but not essential.
Advanced Excel and financial reporting skills, with experience in ERP systems.
Strong communication skills with the ability to provide clarity in reporting.
Team management experience is essential; international team leadership is desirable.
A proactive and hands-on approach, with the ability to take initiative and deliver in a fast-paced environment. The Package for the Assistant Financial Controller

Salary of £55,000 to £65,000 depending on experience
Hybrid working (3 days in office, 2 days remote)
Quarterly social events and annual Christmas party
Fantastic career progression opportunities in a rapidly scaling international business
Pension with company contribution match Similar Job Titles include
Assistant Financial Controller | Accounting Manager | Finance Manager | Financial Controller | Finance Lead

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