London (sidcup), south east england, United Kingdom Company:JR UK Client / Employer:Ruxley Manor Garden Centre
Posted: 04.06.2026
Job reference: 722162421197281689637340
Role Responsibilities
* Oversee the preparation of monthly management accounts through to trial balance for Ruxley Manor Garden Centre, Grace’s Day Nursery, and H Evans & Sons.
* Partner with budget holders to review financial performance, monitor expenditure, and provide commercial insight.
* Challenge and support managers in managing overheads, labour costs, and operational efficiencies.
* Lead the annual budgeting and forecasting process, including detailed cash flow forecasting and financial planning.
* Support the Board of Directors with strategic business planning, financial analysis, and informed decision-making.
* Analyse market trends and key business drivers, providing reporting and insight to support company performance.
* Ensure robust financial reporting systems are maintained, producing accurate financial statements and ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and standards.
* Manage accounting operations and cash flow, and identify opportunities for cost reduction and process improvement.
* Develop and maintain effective relationships with external stakeholders including auditors, solicitors, bankers, and statutory bodies.
* Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations and VAT returns within a complex VAT group structure.
* Oversee payroll operations across the group, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely processing.
* Lead, manage, and develop the finance and payroll team to ensure high performance and continuous improvement.
* Collaborate with directors and wider business functions to improve processes and ensure effective communication of financial information.
* Produce ad hoc financial analysis, reports, and commercial insight as required by senior management and the Finance Director.
Required qualifications & experience
* Part qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA or QBE)
* A high level of computer literacy
* Competent user of Microsoft Word, Excel & Outlook
* A high level of verbal and written communication skills is essential
* An excellent telephone manner and professional email correspondence is required.
* An ability to effectively communicate with team members at all levels including senior management is essential.
Preferred qualifications & experience
* Experience within a retail or childcare industry
* Experience within a varied finance department
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