Job Title: Financial Controller

Location: Berkshire / West London

Salary: £55,000 - £62,000 per annum (DOE)

Contract Type: Permanent | Full-Time

Industry: Wholesale & Distribution / FMCG / Finance

Are you an experienced and qualified Financial Controller looking to join a fast-paced, growing company? A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a confident, detail-oriented finance professional to take ownership of financial operations in a well-established wholesale and distribution business..

This is a hands-on finance role ideal for someone with strong experience in financial reporting, payroll, VAT, and team management who thrives in a dynamic SME environment.

Responsibilities:

* Oversee the monthly close process, ensuring timely and accurate financial statements

* Complete balance sheet reconciliations, accruals, and prepayments

* Manage payroll processing, P11Ds, HMRC submissions, and statutory reporting

* Submit accurate VAT returns and ensure compliance with financial regulations

* Deliver cashflow forecasting, daily financial updates and key business insights

* Support with budgeting, forecasting, and decision-making analysis

* Assist with year-end audit prep and liaise with external auditors

* Lead and mentor a small finance team

Requirements:

* ACCA / ACA / CIMA qualified (or equivalent)

* Proven experience as a Financial Controller or Finance Manager

* Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and data analysis

* Excellent knowledge of UK payroll, VAT, and HMRC regulations

* Strong leadership and organisational skills

* Previous experience in wholesale, distribution, or FMCG sectors desirable

Financial Controller | ACCA | ACA | CIMA | Finance Manager | Payroll | VAT Returns | Balance Sheet | Cashflow | SME | Wholesale | FMCG | Statutory Reporting | Audit | Year-End | Budgeting | Forecasting | Data Analytics | Management Accounts | P11Ds | Excel Advanced | West London Finance Job

If you're a proactive finance professional ready to take your career to the next level, apply now and join a company where your contribution will truly make a difference.

Mandeville is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy