Financial Controller - BelfastAnnual Salary: £70,000 per annumLocation: Belfast - Site-basedJob Type: Full-time, permanentWe 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 & ReportingLead 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 PartneringPartner 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 EfficiencyDrive continuous improvement in financial processes, systems, and reporting.Lead cost-saving initiatives and support operational optimisation across the depot.Cashflow & TreasuryManage cashflow forecasting and maintain the primary contact for banking relationships.Oversee credit control, supplier payments, and treasury processes.Leadership & Team DevelopmentLead, mentor, and develop the finance team to ensure high performance and strong succession planning.Required Skills & QualificationsYou 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.BenefitsBonus structure, health insurance, parking, pension plansTo apply for this Financial Controller position, please click apply or contact Laurence at Reed Finance Belfast.