Financial Controller
Financial Controller
Hemel Hempstead
Competitive Salary (DOE)
Sector: E-commerce & FMCG
The Opportunity
We are partnering with a high-growth e-commerce and FMCG business to appoint an experienced Financial Controller based in Hemel Hempstead.
With strong trading performance across UK and US markets, this role will play a critical part in managing financial operations within a fast-paced, high-volume environment. The business operates internationally and is exposed to cross-border trading, currency movements, and evolving tariff landscapes, making this a commercially strategic finance leadership position.
This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong yet commercially astute finance professional who thrives in dynamic, product-led environments.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage the full finance function, overseeing day-to-day accounting operations
- Own the month-end and year-end close process
- Prepare accurate and timely management accounts
- Produce statutory accounts and manage the external audit process
- Strengthen internal controls and financial governance
- Lead budgeting and forecasting cycles
- Provide commercial analysis across UK and US trading performance
- Monitor cash flow, working capital, and FX exposure
- Support financial planning around US market expansion and tariff impact
- Partner with operations and supply chain teams to manage inventory, landed costs, and margin optimisation
- Provide insight into pricing strategy considering import/export duties and cost pressures
About You
- Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent)
- Proven experience as a Financial Controller, Finance Manager, or Senior Accountant
- Strong background within e-commerce, retail, or FMCG environments
- Experience trading in US markets and understanding cross-border finance
- Exposure to tariffs, import/export duties, or landed cost modelling is highly desirable
- Strong inventory and stock accounting experience
- Confident leading audits and improving financial controls
- Commercially minded with strong stakeholder engagement skills
- Experience managing or mentoring finance staff
Why Apply?
- Join a scaling international e-commerce/FMCG brand
- Exposure to US market strategy and international growth
- High-impact leadership role
- Competitive salary (DOE)
- Based in Hemel Hempstead