Company: DISTINCT RECRUITMENT
Job Type: Permanent, PartTime
Salary: £60,000 - £70,000 per annum
Financial Controller (Part-Time, Hybrid – Nottingham Hub)
We’re recruiting for a Financial Controller to join a fast-growing international consumer brand. Here’s what you need to know up front:
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Part-time: 3–4 days per week
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Location: Likely hybrid, around 3 days per week at the Nottingham hub (currently remote until established)
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Salary: £60,000 – £70,000 (flexible based on experience)
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Qualification: ACA or ACCA (or equivalent) essential
This role is a great fit for a qualified accountant who enjoys working in entrepreneurial, fast-paced environments. U.S. accounting experience (audit or policy) would be a distinct advantage.
The BusinessThis is an ambitious scale-up brand operating on a global stage. With revenues of around £9 million and growth plans to reach £25 million this year and £35 million moving forward, it’s an exciting time to join. The company employs around 30 people worldwide, with teams spanning the U.S., UK and beyond, and will shortly be establishing a hub in Nottingham to support its UK presence.
The RoleAs Financial Controller, you’ll be working closely with the CFO, who currently has a broad remit covering finance, HR, legal and tech. Your appointment will allow them to focus on strategy while you take ownership of day-to-day finance operations. This is a hands-on role, ideal for someone who thrives in a growing, evolving environment where processes are still being developed.
Key responsibilities include:
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Leading the month-end close process, including P&L, balance sheet and consolidations
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Overseeing financial controls, AP/AR, supplier payments and 3-way matching
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Reviewing and ensuring compliance with U.S. sales tax requirements
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Maintaining channel P&Ls and partnering with channel owners to provide finance business partnering support
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Supporting an ERP migration from QuickBooks to NetSuite
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Managing relationships with outsourced finance teams in the U.S. and U.K.
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Contributing to projects aimed at scaling and streamlining group-wide processes
The PersonWe’re keen to speak with qualified accountants (ACA, ACCA, or equivalent) who are confident working independently and comfortable within a small but globally dispersed team. This is not a role with layers of structure—it’s about rolling up your sleeves, solving problems, and building robust processes that will support growth.
Interview ProcessThe process will involve 2–3 stages, including a final conversation with the CEO.
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