Job Title: Group Financial Controller, The Original Fit Factory
Office: Headquarters, Glasgow, UK
Department: Finance
Reports To: Head of Finance
Salary Band: £65,000-£75,000 (DOE)
Start Date: as soon as
Who are we?
The Original Fit Factory is an ecosystem of wellness brands, every experience our consumers have with us is to elevate the well-being journey for everyone. We are looking for a highly passionate individual who is hungry to help us build our wellness ecosystem and is passionate about purpose-led businesses.
What is the role?
This is a hands-on Group Financial Controller position with a strong focus on IFRS reporting, audit management, group consolidation, and finance leadership. The role sits just below the Head of Finance and is responsible for ensuring the financial integrity of the group while providing strategic financial support to the business.
Key responsibilities of the role:
* IFRS audit management.
* Lead and manage the finance team across multiple business units.
* Oversee financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management.
* Multi-currency consolidation of Group accounts
* Ensure compliance with accounting standards, tax regulations, and internal controls.
* Develop and implement financial policies and procedures to enhance efficiency.
* Provide strategic financial insights to senior management to support business growth.
* Manage external audits and liaise with auditors, tax advisors, and regulatory bodies.
* Monitor financial risks and implement mitigation strategies.
* Optimize financial systems and processes to improve reporting accuracy.
* Support mergers, acquisitions, and other corporate finance activities.
Qualifications & Experience:
* Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
* Professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA).
* IFRS audit experience required
* Knowledge and experience working under IFRS.
* Proven experience in a senior financial leadership role, preferably in a group structure.
* Strong knowledge of financial regulations, tax laws, and accounting principles.
* Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
* Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and work in a fast-paced environment.
* Proficiency in financial software and ERP systems.
Key Competencies:
* Leadership and team management.
* Strategic thinking and financial planning.
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
* Attention to detail and accuracy.
* Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Why should you choose us?
There are many benefits of working at The Original Fit Factory. These benefits include, but are not limited to:
* Opportunity to lead the Group finance function and influence the financial direction of a growing business.
* Strategic role with responsibility for financial control, reporting, governance, and business performance.
* Collaborative leadership team committed to growth, innovation, and operational excellence.
* Competitive salary and benefits package.
* Support for continued professional development and long-term career growth.
At The Original Fit Factory, our mission is to allow everyone to explore wellness and fitness within their most preferred, comfortable environment and at their own pace. It is important that the successful candidate encompasses our vision and is mission-driven to help us become the superchargers of wellbeing and fitness.
If all of this sounds like you, please apply for the job – we cannot wait for you to join our team!