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Management Accountant (Finalist)
Wandsworth, London
Salary: Circa 55,000 (depending on relevant experience)
Hybrid: 3 days per week in the office
Type: Permanent, full-time
Cedar has partnered with a well-known retail brand to recruit a Finalist Management Accountant for their UK head office in London. This established company has grown significantly in recent years through strategic acquisitions, becoming a household name in both UK and international markets.
Key Responsibilities
Month-End Reporting
- Manage reporting for stock and related balances across multiple brands, including:
- Stock on hand
- Cost of Goods Sold (COGS)
- Goods in transit
- Stock provisions and adjustments
- Prepare key balance sheet reconciliations (e.g., accruals, prepayments, capitalised freight).
- Deliver stock balance reports to stakeholders.
- Oversee payroll processing for central teams and stores, ensuring accurate bonus accruals and variance analysis.
- Support month-end close activities and provide analytical insights.
Year-End Activities
- Liaise with external auditors, addressing queries and providing documentation.
- Assist with statutory account disclosures and notes.
Additional Duties
- Collaborate with the finance systems team to ensure seamless ERP integration.
- Mentor junior team members and support their development.
Person Specification
- Finalist (CIMA/ACCA).
- Advanced Excel skills (e.g., pivot tables, VLOOKUPs).
- Highly organised, able to manage deadlines independently.
- Positive and adaptable, eager to take on challenges.
- Strong team player with excellent communication skills.
- Retail or multi-site experience is a bonus.
Please note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
