Financial Controller - Food Industry

Our Client are a well-established, family-run wholesale food business in Scotland, supplying high-quality products to a wide range of customers, including restaurants, retailers, and caterers. Reporting directly to the Finance Director, the Financial Controller will be a key player in managing the financial operations of the business. You will be responsible for delivering high-quality financial reporting, ensuring robust financial controls, and providing strategic financial insights. This is a hands-on role that will require close collaboration with various departments to drive profitability and operational efficiency, supporting the company’s ambitious growth plans. The Role: * Prepare accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, ensuring compliance with accounting standards. * Provide detailed financial analysis, highlighting trends, opportunities, and risks to inform key business decisions. * Support the Finance Director in presenting financial results to senior management and stakeholders. * Lead the annual budgeting process, collaborating with department heads to develop realistic financial targets. * Develop and manage rolling forecasts to ensure the business is well-prepared for both short-term and long-term financial planning. * Assist the Finance Director in scenario analysis and financial modelling to support strategic initiatives. * Monitor and manage business costs, identifying opportunities for cost efficiencies, particularly in procurement, inventory management, and supply chain. * Perform margin analysis to evaluate product and customer profitability. * Work with the Finance Director and operational teams to implement strategies that drive profitability and improve operational performance. * Ensure effective cash flow management to support business operations and future investments. * Oversee credit control and manage working capital, focusing on receivables, payables, and stock to optimize financial health. * Lead and develop a high-performing finance team, ensuring they have the tools and support to excel. * Foster a culture of continuous improvement within the finance department, driving efficiency and innovation. Key Skills and Experience: * Fully qualified accountant (CA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent). * Proven experience as a Finance Controller or in a senior finance role, ideally within wholesale, food, or FMCG sectors. * Strong financial management experience in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. * Advanced analytical skills with a proven ability to provide clear, actionable insights. * Expertise in financial systems (e.g., Sage, SAP, or similar) and strong Excel capabilities. * Leadership experience, with a track record of managing and developing a finance team. * Strong communication and influencing skills, with the ability to work effectively across all levels of the business. What’s on Offer: * Competitive salary and benefits package * The opportunity to play a key role in one of the UK’s most successful food wholesale businesses. * Career progression opportunities within a rapidly expanding organisation. * A dynamic and fast-paced environment where your contributions will be highly valued