Accountant /Retail /London

CVUK; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading finance firm in Central London is seeking a proactive, detail-driven Accountant to manage finance operations and enhance processes. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of accounting experience, expertise in VAT, and management accounts, along with proficiency in Xero and Excel. This hybrid position offers a collaborative environment where you will support financial efficiency and administration of a small pension scheme.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in accounting roles with VAT and management accounts experience.
• Understanding of international trade, importing, and FX.
• Proficiency in Xero, Excel, and Google Sheets is ideal.

Responsibilities

• Manage Accounts Payable & Receivable end-to-end.
• Oversee cash flow forecasting and foreign currency management.
• Prepare and submit quarterly VAT returns.
• Produce quarterly & year-end management accounts.
• Work with sales, product & leadership teams to improve financial efficiency.
• Administer a small SSAS Pension Scheme.
• Support general office finance needs.

Skills

Accounting principles

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Collaboration

Xero

Excel

Google Sheets

Job description

Accountant - Full Time

Location: Central London | Hybrid

Experience: 5+ years

We're looking for a proactive, detail-driven Accountant to join a super friendly business based in central London team. You'll handle day-to-day finance operations while helping to shape smarter, more efficient processes as the business grows internationally.

What You'll Do

• Manage Accounts Payable & Receivable end-to-end - billing, payments, credit control, reconciliations.
• Oversee cash flow forecasting and foreign currency management (USD hedging, forwards, supplier payments).
• Prepare and submit quarterly VAT returns (business & pension scheme).
• Produce quarterly & year-end management accounts (stock, depreciation, accruals, reconciliations).
• Work with sales, product & leadership teams to improve financial efficiency and product costing.
• Administer a small SSAS Pension Scheme, coordinating payments and documentation.
• Support general office finance needs - contracts, insurance, supplier reviews, and process improvements.

What You'll Bring

• 5+ years in accounting roles, with VAT and management accounts experience.
• Understanding of international trade, importing, and FX.
• Proficient in Xero, Excel, and Google Sheets (ideally).
• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving mindset, and a collaborative approach.