Finance Manager - Retail
6 month fixed term contract, with potential of permanent opportunity| Competitive Salary + Benefits
We're currently partnering with a growing retail business to recruit an experienced Finance Manager into a key role within their finance function.
This opportunity would suit an immediately available, qualified finance professional who enjoys operating in a hands‑on, commercial environment and wants to play a pivotal role in strengthening financial controls, improving processes, and supporting business growth.
The Role
Reporting into senior finance leadership, the Finance Manager will take ownership of core financial reporting activities while working closely with colleagues across finance and the wider business.
Key responsibilities include:
Leading the month‑end close process, ensuring accurate and timely reporting
Reviewing journals, balance sheet reconciliations, and management information
Supporting the preparation of statutory accounts and acting as a key contact for external auditors
Ensuring compliance with accounting standards, tax requirements, and internal controls
Identifying and implementing process improvements across finance systems and reporting
Providing technical accounting support and guidance to finance colleagues
Contributing insight to budgeting, forecasting, and wider commercial decision‑making
About You
Our client is looking for someone who can combine strong technical expertise with a pragmatic, business‑focused mindset:
Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
Proven experience in financial reporting, month‑end close, and audit support
Strong balance sheet control and attention to detail
Confident communicator, comfortable engaging with senior stakeholders and external advisors
Able to thrive in a fast‑paced, evolving retail or consumer‑led environment
Desirable Experience
Background in retail, multi‑site, or consumer‑facing businesses
Experience supporting finance transformation or process improvement initiatives
Exposure to growing or scaling organisations
Why This Role?
A broad, visible position within a commercially driven retail business
Chance to shape and improve finance processes and controls
Strong progression and development potential
Competitive salary and benefits packageIf you're a qualified finance professional considering your next move and would like to discuss this opportunity in confidence, please apply or get in touch for more information.
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