Finance Manager

Finance Manager

Location: East London (office-based, 1000-1830)Salary: £50,000 – £55,000 + benefits

A growing and fast-paced retail business is seeking an experienced Finance Manager to join its London-based team. This is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of a full finance function within a dynamic, multi-site environment.

Working closely with senior leadership, the successful candidate will play a key role in both the day-to-day financial operations and long-term strategic planning of the business.

Key Responsibilities

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• Oversee daily cash, bank, and card reconciliations across multiple locations
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• Monitor cash flow, banking activities, and financial controls
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• Manage supplier accounts, invoice queries, and purchasing processes
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• Prepare payroll information and ensure timely submissions
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• Post journals (including accruals and prepayments) and maintain accurate financial records
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• Lead month-end close processes and support management accounts preparation
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• Complete balance sheet reconciliations and maintain the fixed asset register
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• Prepare and submit VAT returns and manage HMRC communications
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• Support statutory compliance including Companies House and corporation tax processes
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• Deliver financial and operational reporting to senior stakeholders
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• Monitor costs, identify efficiencies, and support budgeting and forecasting
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• Provide commercial finance support across operations and store functions
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• Liaise with external parties including auditors and advisors
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About You

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• Proven experience in a Finance Manager or similar role
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• Background in retail, FMCG, or multi-site environments preferred
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• Strong technical accounting knowledge, including VAT and payroll
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• Hands-on experience with accounting systems (e.g. Xero)
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• Strong organisational skills with high attention to detail
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• Excellent communication skills with the ability to partner across the business
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• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-moving environment
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• Part-qualified accountant (ACCA/ACA/CIMA) desirable
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What’s on Offer

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• Competitive salary of £50,000 – £55,000
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• 20 days annual leave + bank holidays
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• Pension scheme
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• Staff discount
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• Annual salary reviews
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• Opportunity to make a real impact in a growing business
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If you’re a proactive and commercially minded finance professional looking to take the next step in a dynamic organisation, we’d love to hear from you.