Senior Financial Controller (Remote)

Do you enjoy building automated systems, designing predictive models, and acting as a strategic advisor to leadership teams? If so, this opportunity could be the right fit for you.

An ambitious and fast-growing manufacturing business is on a path to triple its revenue over the next three years. To support this growth, the organization is building a scalable, automated financial infrastructure capable of handling increased manufacturing complexity, international packaging compliance requirements, and subsidiary integration without a corresponding increase in administrative workload.

As the Senior Financial Controller, you will own the forward-looking financial agenda. While the Finance Manager oversees historical accounting and day-to-day financial operations, your focus will be on planning, forecasting, financial systems, strategic decision-making, and process automation. This role is ideal for a systems builder who enjoys creating efficient financial frameworks and mentoring finance professionals.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Planning, Forecasting & Systems Development (40%)

● Design and automate financial forecasting, budgeting, scenario planning, and liquidity management processes.

● Develop scalable financial frameworks to support inventory management, stock-keeping, and manufacturing operations.

● Build and enhance financial systems that improve efficiency, accuracy, and decision-making.

Compliance & Strategic Projects (25%)

● Lead major compliance and regulatory initiatives from design through implementation.

● Establish automated reporting frameworks for packaging and sustainability-related regulations, including extended producer responsibility reporting, cost management structures, and recyclability tracking.

● Ensure compliance projects are delivered accurately and within required timelines.

Strategic Business Partnering (25%)

● Serve as a trusted financial advisor to senior leadership.

● Translate complex financial information into practical, data-driven recommendations.

● Support strategic planning, investment decisions, growth initiatives, and risk management.

Mentorship & Leadership (10%)

● Provide coaching and guidance to the Finance Manager, supporting their professional growth and strategic development.

● Foster a collaborative finance function through influence and mentorship rather than direct operational management.

● Promote best practices and continuous improvement across financial processes.

Candidate Profile

You Are a Systems Builder

● You naturally seek automation opportunities and enjoy creating scalable solutions.

● You prefer designing efficient systems rather than relying on manual processes and spreadsheet-heavy workflows.

You Are Highly Analytical

● You focus on root-cause analysis rather than symptoms.

● You make recommendations based on facts, data, and thorough preparation.

You Think Ahead

● You proactively identify risks, opportunities, and future financial implications.

● You enjoy scenario planning and helping organizations prepare for growth and change.

You Are a Mentor

● You gain satisfaction from helping colleagues develop professionally.

● You know how to provide guidance while empowering others to take ownership of their responsibilities.

You Are Collaborative

● You work effectively with stakeholders at all levels.

● You can confidently challenge assumptions and decisions when supported by data while maintaining a constructive and professional approach.

Experience & Qualifications

● Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience across cost accounting, financial controlling, and Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A).

● At least 3 years of experience in a Financial Controller or Finance Manager capacity with strategic finance responsibilities.

● Demonstrated success in designing and implementing automated financial systems and reporting frameworks.

● Experience leading complex compliance, regulatory, or reporting projects with strict deadlines.

● Strong background in manufacturing finance, including cost accounting, inventory management, stock valuation, and subsidiary integration.

● Proven experience advising senior executives and supporting strategic decision-making.

● Track record of mentoring and developing finance professionals.

● Professional accounting qualification (CPA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent) is highly desirable.

What Is Offered

● Full-time remote position (39 hours per week).

● Working schedule aligned to GMT+1 time zone (or within a maximum two-hour difference).

● Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience.

● Six weeks of paid annual leave.

● Paid sick leave.

● Generous parental leave provisions.

● Overtime is generally not expected; however, any approved overtime will be compensated.