We are partnering with one of our long-standing clients of more than 20 years – a financially strong and stable global sportswear and lifestyle business with a multi-million turnover and an expanding international presence.
The company manages some of the world's most recognised brands, including Reebok, and is investing heavily in its long-term growth across the UK and Europe.
The role is based in Watford and offers the chance to be part of a business that combines the resources and stability of a large organisation with the pace and entrepreneurial spirit of a challenger brand. You will be joining a team that is building for the future, strengthening operational foundations, developing best-in-class processes, and forging strong relationships with key partners across wholesale, retail, and e-commerce.
For the right individual, this is a rare opportunity to contribute to a high-growth journey in a business that values stability, ambition, and long-term career development.
Reporting directly to senior management, you will play a vital role in leading financial control, management reporting, and compliance across Reebok Europe's UK and German entities.
About the Role
As Financial Controller, you will oversee all aspects of financial accounting, management accounting, stock control, and payroll. You will be the first point of contact for auditors, lead budgeting and forecasting processes, and provide strategic financial support to the CFO and board. This is a hands-on role that requires both technical expertise and the ability to partner with stakeholders across the business.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Accounting
* Oversee all accounting records for the UK and German entities.
* Supervise processing of entries, reconciliations, and preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual accounts.
* Act as first point of contact for auditors, providing information and addressing queries.
Management Accounting
* Support the CFO with preparation of budgets, forecasts, and board papers.
* Perform variance analysis on sales, margins, and operating expenses; recommend corrective actions.
* Prepare monthly and quarterly royalty reports for brand owners.
* Supervise preparation of invoice finance and trade finance reconciliations for the bank.
Stock Control & Sales Ledger
* Review periodic stock reports, costings, and ageing.
* Oversee the credit control function, ensuring timely collection of debts and adherence to credit terms.
Payroll
* Manage preparation of monthly payroll.
* Ensure all payroll compliance requirements are met in collaboration with HR.
* Reconcile payroll records with the general ledger on a monthly basis.
Requirements
* Fully qualified ACCA / CIMA / CA.
* Minimum 5 years' UK experience in financial management.
* Experience in a firm of chartered accountants desirable.
* Strong technical accounting and reporting expertise.
* Experience supervising teams across AP, AR, payroll, and credit control.
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
* Commercially minded, proactive, and detail-focused.
What Reebok Europe Offers
* Competitive salary package (commensurate with experience).
* Annual bonus potential (at Directors' discretion) and/or annual pay review.
* 25 days holiday + bank holidays.
* Extra days off between Christmas and New Year (if business closes).
* Standard hours: 9am – 5:30pm (40 hours/week, 30-min lunch).
* 1 day WFH after probation/training (non-contractual).
* Workplace pension scheme.
* 60% discount on Ecommerce products.
* Sample sales twice a year.
* Short leave (up to 2 hours with approval, no holiday deduction).
* Statutory sick pay.
* Support for further professional development.