Overview
Financial Controller Jobs in Bournemouth, England, United Kingdom at Gozney
Title: Financial Controller
Company: Gozney
Location: Bournemouth, England, United Kingdom
Position: GROUP FINANCIAL CONTROLLER
Location: UK / BOURNEMOUTH OFFICE
ABOUT US
At Gozney, we're on a mission to change the way the world cooks outdoors. Since 2010, Gozney has made cooking with fire easy by pioneering next-level pizza ovens. Harnessing knowledge from our origins in commercial ovens, Gozney’s multi-award-winning outdoor pizza ovens are beautiful, high-performing, durable tools designed for chefs and made intuitive for beginners, so anyone can make, create, cook, connect, discover, and grow. We are creators of new experiences, and we’re seeking motivated individuals excited to join our expanding team and embark on an incredible journey. We are passionate, innovative, bold, and relentless. All while having a ton of fun. Whether you're excited about pizza, outstanding products, food culture, lifestyle, the outdoors, or thrill-seeking – or if you're simply looking for a company that values you– apply today.
SUMMARY
As the UK-based Global Financial Controller, you will be a key leader within the finance function, overseeing and optimising financial operations across our international entities. Reporting directly to the CFO, you will play a critical role in shaping and executing the company’s financial strategy while ensuring strong governance, technical excellence, and financial integrity across the Group.
You will lead a team of three finance professionals and work closely with in-country finance contacts to ensure consistency, compliance, and best-in-class financial reporting across multiple jurisdictions.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Financial Strategy & Leadership
- Partner with the CFO and senior leadership team to support and execute global financial strategy aligned to business objectives
- Provide clear financial insight, analysis, and recommendations to support strategic decision-making
- Contribute to the continuous strengthening of the global finance function
Accounting Operations
- Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes across all international entities
- Ensure timely and accurate consolidation of multi-entity, multi-currency results
- Oversee inventory accounting, costing models, and margin analysis where applicable
- Ensure robust balance sheet control and reconciliation processes
Financial Reporting & Compliance
- Oversee the preparation of accurate and timely financial reports in accordance with UK GAAP / IFRS and US GAAP where applicable
- Ensure compliance with local statutory, tax, VAT/GST, and regulatory requirements across all jurisdictions
- Maintain strong oversight of intercompany transactions and transfer pricing compliance
Budgeting & Forecasting
- Partner with the FP&A function to support the development of annual budgets and rolling forecasts
- Provide key financial data, insight, and variance analysis to support performance management
Internal Controls & Risk Management
- Establish and maintain a robust global internal control framework
- Conduct risk assessments and implement measures to mitigate financial and operational risks
- Ensure appropriate governance as the business scales internationally
Team Leadership & Development
- Lead, mentor, and develop a team of three finance professionals
- Foster a high-performance culture centred on accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
- Support development of international finance contacts to drive global consistency
Financial Systems & Process Improvement
- Evaluate and enhance financial systems, reporting tools, and processes to improve efficiency and data integrity
- Drive standardisation of accounting policies and procedures across entities
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives within the finance function
Audit Management
- Coordinate and manage external audits across jurisdictions
- Address audit findings and ensure continuous improvement in audit readiness
- Act as the primary point of contact for external auditors
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- ACA / ACCA / CIMA (or international equivalent such as CPA)
- Significant progressive experience in senior financial control or global finance roles
- Strong technical knowledge of UK GAAP / IFRS and US GAAP
- Proven experience managing multi-entity, multi-currency consolidations
- Experience leading and developing high-performing finance teams
- Strong technical accounting research capability and ability to implement new standards
- Excellent analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills
- Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate across international teams and cultures
A BIT ABOUT WHAT WE OFFER
- Competitive salary, bonus scheme, Pension, benefits, and pizza!
- Flexible paid time off including 26+ days holiday
- Enhanced parental leave
- Fun hybrid work environment – 3 days a week in our Bournemouth office
- Free Gozney oven and Friends and Family discount on Gozney products
Diversity and Inclusion Commitment:
Gozney is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion. We embrace individuals of varied nationalities, backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives. Our ongoing commitment is to foster an inclusive and supportive workplace, enabling you to excel in your career.
