Your new companyHays are working with a fast-growing, owner-led retail and e-commerce business to recruit a Head of Finance / Financial Controller to join the team on a permanent basis. A really exciting role to help shape the future of this business, supporting the CEO and founders with strategic decision-making, along with managing the day-to-day finance operations.Your new roleReporting to the CEO, we are looking for a capable, financially and commercially driven Controller who will come take ownership of the finance function and help support the Senior Leadership team, shaping decision-making. This is a key role for the business, and you will be required to:Own day-to-day finance operations, ensuring accurate accounting and strong controlsDeliver month-end and year-end accounts and take a lead with external auditors. Manage cash flow forecasting, fixed assets and bank reconciliationsManage and oversee monthly payroll, annual budgeting and assist with year-end accounts. Take the lead on projects such as ERP migrations and working across internal teams and external consultants. Ensure costs are maintained, analysed and challenged.Act as a commercial partner to the senior leadership team, providing insight that will support in decision-making and provide financial insight into pricing and strategy. What you''ll need to succeedWe are ideally looking for a qualified accountant and e-commerce / retail experience would be beneficial. This person will ideally have worked in a ..... full job details .....