Ready to step into a senior finance role where your impact is visible, valued, and genuinely influential?

At Croci Collective, we’re on an exciting growth journey and are looking for a hands-on Finance Controller to sit at the heart of our business.

This is a pivotal opportunity for a commercially minded finance professional who thrives in fast-paced SME environments and wants real ownership, autonomy, and the chance to help shape the future of a high-growth field events marketing agency.

he Role at a Glance:

Finance Controller
Hybrid - London Office E16 2-3 days per week
£60,000 + Quarterly Bonus
Plus access to Company Vehicle, BUPA health insurance, Employee assistance program, YuLife, Company Loan scheme, potential shares options and more…

Your Skills: CIMA or ACA qualified. Knowledge of and experience working within SMEs. Strong attention to detail. Team player.

A Little About Us:

We are Croci Collective! The market’s fastest-growing Direct Marketing Agency to leading consumer and FMCG brands such as HelloFresh, (url removed) and many more!

We are proud of our inclusive culture whilst being selective of the clients we partner with (we only work with brands that share our values).

We are equally as selective with whom we will add to our amazing team of employees, as the role we offer is rewarding not only in pay and experience but also in perks and incentives.

The Finance Controller Role:

We’re looking for a confident, hands-on Finance Controller to take full ownership of Croci Collective’s day-to-day finance operations. This is a pivotal role at the heart of the business, responsible for maintaining financial integrity, ensuring compliance, and delivering clear, actionable insight that supports senior leaders in making informed, data-driven decisions.

Your Responsibilities:

• Own the full payroll cycle (weekly & monthly) - PAYE, pensions (NEST), tax codes, statutory payments, and end-to-end HMRC compliance.
• Lead month-end close - journals, accruals, prepayments, and balance sheet reconciliations delivered accurately and on time.
• Produce and present high-impact financial reporting - P&L packs, commission reporting, campaign performance insights, and clear commercial commentary.
• Take charge of cash flow forecasting and management - tracking inflows/outflows, overseeing receivables, and driving strong credit control.
• Approve all financial outgoings - invoices, payments, consultant fees, referral bonuses, and partner/vendor settlements.
• Safeguard Xero accuracy and financial controls across all entities, accounts, and reconciliations.
• Lead finance meetings with senior stakeholders and act as the expert escalation point for complex financial queries.
• Drive continuous improvement - automation, process optimisation, fraud/error detection, and GDPR alignment.
• Partner with external accountants on VAT, annual returns, and statutory requirements.
• Coach and develop the Finance Executive and Accounts & Data team, building capability and high performance.

A Bit About You:
As the senior finance lead, you’ll balance accuracy with pace, combining strong technical expertise with commercial awareness. You’ll bring a proactive mindset and a collaborative approach, and you will:

• Be CIMA or ACA qualified
• Have experience working within SMEs
• Demonstrate exceptional attention to detail
• Be a strong team player who works well across the business
• Take ownership of reporting, staying on top of all deadlines and requirements

If you’re a CIMA or ACA-qualified Finance Controller who enjoys rolling up your sleeves, driving financial excellence, and partnering with senior leaders to support smart, data-led decisions - we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today and take the next step in your finance career with a business that rewards ambition, values integrity, and invests in its people.

Submit your application now and join Croci Collective’s growth story.

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Finance Controller - Field Events Marketing Agency. Hybrid