Location: Andover, Hampshire – Employment Type: Full Time, 35 hours a week (4 days in office).
In every great kitchen, accuracy, timing and consistency are what turn good dishes into exceptional ones. As our Management Accountant for Retail & Ecommerce, you’ll be at the heart of our Finance function, ensuring every financial “dish” is prepared with precision and insight.
Daily Responsibilities
* Prepare accurate and timely Retail & Ecommerce management accounts
* Maintain full balance sheet integrity through reconciliations and controls
* Oversee lease accounting and fixed asset management
* Support Group reporting, including cashflow and balance sheet forecasts
* Produce monthly reporting with clear, actionable insight
* Process bank payments and support core financial operations
* Design KPI dashboards to track performance and improve visibility
* Strengthen financial governance, processes and control frameworks
* Partner with Retail, Ecommerce and operational teams to drive performance
* Act as a finance process expert, supporting continuous improvement initiatives
Seasonal Responsibilities
* Deliver monthly, quarterly and year end reporting cycles
* Support Group submissions and consolidated reporting outputs
* Contribute to audit readiness and compliance requirements
* Strengthen and evolve financial controls and governance
* Support pricing, promotions and performance analysis
* Drive improvements in reporting processes and data visibility
* Play a role in finance transformation and strategic initiatives
Qualifications & Experience
* ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified
* Strong experience in management accounting and financial reporting
* Understanding of IFRS/FRS102 and key accounting principles
* Experience with balance sheet control, reporting and analysisStrong analytical skills with ability to interpret trends and performance
* Confidence working across multiple stakeholders and functions
* Experience managing and developing team members
* Highly organised, with the ability to manage competing priorities
* Passion for improving processes and adding value
Behaviours & Traits
In our kitchen, you’ll build strong relationships and collaborate effectively, bringing resilience and focus in a fast‑paced environment while balancing attention to detail with a clear understanding of the bigger picture. You’ll continuously look for ways to improve, deliver high‑quality work with integrity, and create an inclusive environment where others feel supported and able to succeed.
Skills & Qualifications
* Education: A recognised finance qualification (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent) with strong experience in management accounting, financial reporting and controls.
* Financial Expertise: You bring expertise across management reporting, balance sheet management, financial controls and revenue recognition, with the ability to deliver accurate and insightful outputs.
* Tools of the Trade: Highly proficient in Excel and comfortable using ERP systems (D365 preferred), with experience in data analysis and reporting tools such as Power BI.
* Perfecting the Recipe: strong problem‑solving skills and attention to detail, with the ability to identify trends, risks and respond proactively.
* Communication: Communicate effectively with both finance and non‑finance stakeholders, translating complex information into clear, actionable insights that support decision‑making.
* Energy in Every Service: Enthusiasm, resilience and a continuous improvement mindset, always looking to refine processes, enhance controls and support transformation across Finance.
Other Requirements
Sometimes, you’ll need to take your culinary skills on the road. This role may involve a tasting tour across the UK and occasionally abroad, with overnight stays on the menu. To keep the journey smooth, a full, clean UK driving licence is one of the essential ingredients.
Compensation
Base salary, £40,000 - £50,000, dependent on experience, this role does not include a bonus or car allowance.
Diversity and Inclusion Statement
We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, race, ethnic or national origin. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to reach their full potential.
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