Financial Controller - Belfast

Financial Controller - Belfast Annual Salary: £70,000 per annum Location: Belfast - Site-based Job Type: Full-time, permanent We are seeking an experienced and commercially focused Financial Controller to lead our client's finance function within a fast-paced FMCG environment. This pivotal role is responsible for ensuring strong financial governance, delivering accurate and timely reporting, driving operational efficiency, and supporting strategic decision-making across the business. Day-to-day of the role: Financial Management & Reporting Lead the weekly, month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and adherence to deadlines (IFRS/USGAAP). Produce timely management accounts, financial statements, and performance dashboards. Oversee balance sheet integrity, reconciliations, and internal controls. Produce accurate budgets and forecasts. Commercial Finance & Business Partnering Partner with Operations, Supply Chain, Sales, and Marketing to support decision-making and improve profitability. Provide insights into cost trends, margin performance, and profitability by product, project, or business unit. Support budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning processes. Cost Control & Operational Efficiency Drive continuous improvement in financial processes, systems, and reporting. Lead cost-saving initiatives and support operational optimisation across the depot. Cashflow & Treasury Manage cashflow forecasting and maintain the primary contact for banking relationships. Oversee credit control, supplier payments, and treasury processes. Leadership & Team Development Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team to ensure high performance and strong succession planning. Required Skills & Qualifications You will be a fully qualified accountant with proven experience as a Financial Controller, preferably within an FMCG environment or similar. Strong technical accounting skills with expertise in IFRS/USGAAP. Excellent leadership and team development skills. Proficiency in ERP systems and financial reporting tools. Benefits Bonus structure, health insurance, parking, pension plans To apply for this Financial Controller position, please click apply or contact Laurence at Reed Finance Belfast. Skills: Financial Controller FMCG On-site Leadership business Partnering