MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTANT (NEWLY QUALIFIED ACCA/CIMA) – FASHION RETAILER - £55-60K Your New Company This is a fantastic opportunity to join a globally recognised fashion retailer at a pivotal point in its growth journey. With a strong international presence and a reputation for innovation and style, the business offers a fast-paced, collaborative environment where finance plays a key role in driving performance. As a Management Accountant, you’ll take ownership of core month-end processes and deliver insightful financial reporting to support commercial decision-making. You’ll work closely with senior finance and operational teams, helping to shape the financial narrative behind business performance. This role is suitable for a Newly Qualified ACCA/CIMA, ideally from a retail/consumer background, but the client is open to other sector experience! Your New Role Reporting to the FC, you'll be responsible for: Prepare monthly group management accounts Full ownership of the month-end process, including journals, accruals and prepayments Perform balance sheet reconciliations, VAT Conduct detailed variance analysis Partner with department heads to support cost control and understanding Business partnering with commercial teams to support budgeting and forecasting Drive improvements in reporting processes and system usage What You’ll Need to Succeed Newly qualified accountant (ACCA or CIMA) Experience with management accounting & month-end Experience in retail or consumer goods sectors preferred (but the client is open to other sector experience). Strong Excel and data analysis skills Highly organised, analytical, and adaptable to change Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills What You’ll Get in Return Competitive salary of £55,000 - £60,000 benefits Hybrid working model Career development opportunities within an exciting brand Supportive and inclusive team culture Interested? Apply now or contact Tahlia Duff at Hays to discuss this opportunity further. 4458674