Commercial Finance Controller (FMCG)

TL;DR

Commercial Finance Controller (FMCG): Leading financial planning, insights, and P&L management for the UK, Ireland, and Nordics markets with an accent on revenue growth drivers and EBIT performance. Focus on driving profitability insights, optimizing trade investment, and translating complex financial data into actionable commercial strategies.

Location: Hybrid in Richmond, United Kingdom (average 3 days a week in office)

Salary: £60,000 - £70,000 per year

Company

An impact company dedicated to ending exploitation in the cocoa industry by producing ethically sourced chocolate.

What you will do

• Lead planning and control cycles, including month-end close, budgeting, quarterly reforecasts, and the 3-year business plan for UK&I and Nordics.
• Partner with Country Managers and Sales leads to drive revenue growth through pricing, promotions, and product mix optimization.
• Analyze customer and portfolio profitability to steer contribution margins towards targets.
• Monitor financial and non-financial KPIs and translate variances into root-cause analyses and business cases for leadership.
• Promote data-driven decision-making by implementing BI and planning tools across the markets.

Requirements

• At least 4 years of commercial finance experience within the FMCG sector.
• Proven track record in Business Control or Commercial Finance with direct P&L ownership.
• Experience partnering with senior commercial stakeholders in international or multi-market setups.
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to translate complex data into clear commercial direction.
• Proficiency in English and experience with BI tools such as Power BI or Jedox.
• Must be based in or able to commute to the Richmond office on average 3 days a week.

Culture & Benefits

• Training programs, regular feedback cycles, and professional coaching.
• Minimum of 28 days holiday and comprehensive health insurance.
• Pension contribution and sports bonus.
• Dynamic scale-up environment with an impact-driven mission.
• Unlimited chocolate and quarterly team events.