Position title
Fractional Financial Controller
Description

Job Title: Fractional Financial Controller
Location: London, UK (Hybrid/Remote Options Available)
Industry: Automotive Wholesale
Engagement: Part-Time / Fractional (2-3 days per week or project-based)

Company Overview

We are a dynamic and fast-growing wholesaler in the automotive sector, supplying a broad range of vehicle parts and accessories across the UK and Europe. As we scale our operations, we’re seeking a seasoned Fractional Financial Controller to bring financial clarity, structure, and strategic oversight to support our continued growth.

Role Overview

As a Fractional Financial Controller, you will work closely with senior leadership to provide high-level financial management, improve financial processes, and ensure compliance and accuracy in all financial reporting. You will bring a strategic mindset while remaining hands-on with day-to-day financial operations.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

  • Oversee and manage financial reporting, including monthly management accounts, cash flow forecasting, and budgeting

  • Implement and optimise financial systems, controls, and processes suitable for a scaling wholesale business

  • Work with external accountants and auditors to ensure statutory compliance, VAT returns, and annual filings

  • Provide financial insight and analysis to support strategic decision-making and profitability tracking

  • Review and streamline stock and inventory accounting processes in line with industry best practices

  • Support margin analysis, pricing decisions, and cost control initiatives

  • Liaise with banks, lenders, and funding providers as required

  • Assist in the preparation of board packs and investor reporting

Qualifications

Required Qualifications & Experience

  • Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent)

  • Proven experience as a Financial Controller or Head of Finance in a wholesale, distribution, or automotive-related business

  • Strong understanding of inventory and stock control in a high-volume environment

  • Experience with accounting systems (e.g., Xero, Sage, QuickBooks, or ERP systems)

  • Commercially minded with strong analytical and problem-solving skills

  • Ability to work independently and flexibly, with excellent communication skills

Job Benefits

What We Offer

  • Flexible working arrangement (remote/hybrid and hours to suit)

  • Opportunity to shape the finance function of a growing business

  • Collaborative and entrepreneurial team culture

  • Competitive day rate or retainer package

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Employment Type
Part-time
Beginning of employment
1st May 2025
Duration of employment
Perm
Industry
Automotive
Job Location
London, South East, United Kingdom
Working Hours
9-5
Base Salary
£600-£700 Per day
Date posted
March 30, 2025
Valid through
April 30, 2025
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