Financial Controller - Retail/Ecommerce

FINANCIAL CONTROLLER

My client, a well-established multi-site retail and eCommerce business, based in the midlands, is seeking a Financial Controller to join their team. You must be a fully qualified accountant with 5+ years at FC level in Retail or eCommerce. You will provide financial leadership, oversee ERP implementation, ensure accurate reporting and account management, and act as the key financial contact for the STL. The ideal candidate will combine technical expertise with a commercial mindset, driving strategy and maintaining strong financial controls. This permanent, full-time onsite role transitions to hybrid working once established. A competitive salary and benefits package is offered for the right candidate.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day finance operations
• Ensure efficient and cost-effective payment of suppliers each week
• Preparation of accounts for auditor
• Invoice management
• Create/Monitor/Report both weekly/monthly dashboards showing Ops/Performance for SLT.
• Design project for replacement of manual processes with automated systems.
• Preparation of budgets, forecasts and cash flows.
• Work with buying team to ensure seasonal supplier budgets are maximising GP potential.
• Management of labour budget and planning
• Driving the quarter-end process
• Liaise with colleagues to ensure accurate financial reporting across all areas of responsibility.
• Ensure Balance Sheet accounts are accurate, identifying and resolving issues promptly.
• Responsible for the commentary on the Balance Sheet/P&L variance to budget
• Analytical review reporting of key expense variances to budget/forecast + recommendations
• Deliver quality financial reporting and analysis to identify trends and improve performance.
• Manage capex spends, ROI and cost/benefit analysis and report on spend monthly.
• Monthly reviews to improve budget accuracy.
• Produce timely and accurate department margin analysis monthly.
• Provide business data to all branches and departments, driving enhanced net margins
• Managing tax compliance including co-operating with external tax advisors.
• Liaising with external auditors on the delivery of financial statement audits.
• Preparation of statutory returns - VAT, PAYE, PRSI etc.
• Preparation of Annual Accounts

Requirements

• Qualified Accountant (ACA, CIMA, ACCA or similar qualifications).
• Minimum 5 years minimum post qualification experience.
• Experience in Retail or Ecommerce - Essential
• Good knowledge of local accounting standards, IFRS and payroll calculation
• Experience implementing an ERP – Desirable
• Experience in group reporting for statutory purposes according to relevant deadlines
• Strong in retail financial management
• Track record of implementing change and new processes in the finance function.

For more information, please contact peter.casey@cpl.ie

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