Job Description
Are you a commercially-minded finance leader ready to take full ownership of a fast-growing business's finance function? Do you thrive in dynamic, high-growth environments where you can build, influence, and lead from day one?
We are working with an exciting and ambitious FMCG business, backed by a well-respected investor group, that has seen explosive growth over the last 24 months and has big plans for the future. As their first finance hire, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the function, partnering directly with the founder and leadership team to drive strategic growth and operational performance.
What You'll Be Doing:
* Full ownership of the finance function-setting up systems, processes, and controls from the ground up
* Building monthly management accounts, cash flow forecasting, budgeting, and business partnering
* Driving commercial insight into sales, margin performance, stock, and supply chain efficiency
* Acting as a strategic partner to the founder and non-exec board bringing financial rigour to decision making
* Leading the year-end process, audit, and external stakeholder reporting (banks, investors, suppliers)
* Supporting future funding rounds, new product launches and international growth plans
* Recruiting and developing a small team as the function scales
Why This Role?
* A genuine chance to own the finance agenda in a business with a clear growth plan
* Significant exposure to strategic decision-making and C-suite stakeholders
* Huge opportunity to shape your career-potential route to Finance Director as the business expands
* Innovative, mission-led product range in a booming consumer market
* High degree of autonomy with support from experienced advisors and non-execs
Who We're Looking For:
* Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with experience in SME or entrepreneurial environments
* Previous experience in FMCG, consumer goods, or stock-led businesses is highly advantageous
* Strong commercial acumen and confidence advising founder-led leadership teams
* Hands-on, adaptable, and excited by the opportunity to build something from scratch
* Strong systems experience; confident implementing tools and processes
This is the perfect role for someone looking to step into a No.1 finance position and truly make their mark on a growing, values-driven FMCG brand.