Management Accountant

Management Accountant | UK's Retail Group | Lots of Growth

Permanent

South West London | Hybrid working

About the Role

Are you ready to step into a role where your expertise drives business success? We're looking for an experienced Management Accountant to join an exciting Retail Group. The teams are dynamic and fast-paced and enjoy team events. This is your chance to be part of a business that thrives on innovation, collaboration, and delivering results.

In this role, you'll take ownership of key financial processes, provide valuable insights, and play a pivotal part in shaping the future of the business. You'll thrive in a high-energy environment where no two days are the same, and you'll be empowered to make a real impact.

What You'll Do

• Own the Numbers:
  • Take responsibility for key P&L account lines, ensuring accuracy and delivering insightful reporting.
  • Prepare and process month-end cost accruals and analyse performance against budget and prior year.
  • Complete balance sheet reconciliations, resolving variances efficiently.
• Drive Efficiency:
  • Manage the Fixed Asset Register, report on CAPEX vs. budget, and collaborate with stakeholders to optimise spending.
  • Identify opportunities to streamline processes, shorten timelines, and enhance reporting outputs.
• Deliver Insights:
  • Support ad hoc analysis on sales, costs, and profitability across all business channels.
  • Collaborate with teams to provide meaningful financial insights that drive decision-making.
• Be a Partner:
  • Build strong relationships across the business, enabling mutual understanding of financial impacts and projections.
  • Work alongside operational teams to deliver commercial value and improve financial capability.
• Support Growth:
  • Assist with year-end audits and inter-company reconciliations.
  • Deliver accurate daily and weekly sales reporting to inform key stakeholders.

What We're Looking For

We're seeking a proactive, detail-oriented professional who thrives in a high-energy, fast-paced environment. You'll need to be adaptable, solutions-focused, and ready to hit the ground running and enjoy the pace of Retail.

Key Skills & Experience:

• Qualified or part-qualified accountant (ACCA/ACA/CIMA) with a passion for continuous learning and improvement.
• Advanced Excel skills and a sharp eye for data analysis.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across all levels of the business.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in reporting.
• A self-starter who thrives under pressure and can juggle multiple priorities.
• A team player with a positive, can-do attitude and the ability to work independently.
• Flexible during critical periods, such as month-end.

Desirable Skills & Experience:

• Experience in a fast-paced, retail, or consumer-driven environment
• Familiarity with systems like Microsoft AX Dynamics, Zap, or Workday
• Advanced Excel

Why Join?

This is more than just a job - it's an opportunity to be part of a forever growing, fast-moving business where your contributions truly matter. You'll work with a team that's passionate about driving success and creating value, in an environment that celebrates innovation, collaboration, and growth.

If you're ready to take on a role where you can make a difference and be part of an exciting journey, we'd love to hear from you!

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