About this role
As Financial Controller at Protein Works, you will lead the finance function day-to-day and take full accountability for its output. Reporting directly to the CFO, you will be the person the numbers stop with: owning the monthly close, management accounts, cash management, balance sheet integrity, and the systems and controls that hold everything together. You will also be the bridge between finance and the rest of the business, turning data into decisions that drive commercial performance.
Protein Works is growing fast, and the finance function needs to grow with it. We are looking for someone who goes beyond keeping the books in order. You will strengthen processes, champion automation, and build a high-performing team that the wider business genuinely relies on. If you are the kind of finance leader who gets energised by improving things as well as running them, this is the right environment for you.
Based at our brand-new PW Campus in Speke, Liverpool, this role suits a pragmatic problem-solver who is equally comfortable rolling up their sleeves on a reconciliation and presenting to the board. You will manage key external relationships with auditors, tax advisors, banks, and payment providers, and work closely alongside the wider leadership team to support strong commercial decision-making across every part of the business.
About Protein Works
Protein Works is a high-growth DTC nutrition brand with a clear mission: help people live healthier, happier lives through the power of nutrition.
We are growing, investing and hiring with purpose. If you want to join a business with the energy of a challenger and the foundations of a market leader, this is the right moment to do it.
What you will be doing Running the day-to-day operations of the finance function, ensuring accurate and timely financial reportingOwning the monthly close, management accounts, KPI reporting, and board packMaintaining working capital discipline and relentless focus on balance sheet integrityLeading budgeting and forecasting cyclesTaking full ownership of cash management, including liquidity planning and cash flow forecastingManaging Sage 200, ensuring seamless interfaces with other business systems and the data warehouseStrengthening financial processes, reconciliations, and internal controlsChampioning automation and driving improvements in data quality and reporting capabilityActing as the primary contact for auditors, tax advisors, banks, and payment providersWorking closely with the Finance Business Partner to support operational and marketing teams, translating numbers into actionable commercial insightManaging, mentoring, and developing the finance and accounting teamSetting clear performance goals, conducting regular reviews, and building a culture of continuous improvement and accountability What success looks like
To thrive in this role, you will bring: A full professional accountancy qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)A strong track record as a Financial Controller within a product-based businessProven ownership of the monthly close, balance sheet, and cash management in a hands-on environmentHands-on experience with Sage 200 or a comparable accounting system, with the confidence to work in imperfect data environmentsA demonstrated track record of strengthening controls, improving processes, and introducing automationTechnical depth across accounting, payroll, Corporation Tax, VAT, and regulatory complianceProven ability to manage and develop high-performing small teamsThe communication skills to influence at all levels and translate complexity into clear commercial action What you will get Exclusive staff discountsPrivate healthcareEnhanced holiday schemeBirthday day offPension schemeUnique bonus schemeCycle to work schemeAccess to retail discountsStaff socials and eventsState of the art PW CampusWFH on FridaysRefreshments on-site REF-229 348