Finance Manager

Manière De Voir; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global fashion brand is seeking a commercially minded Finance Manager for their Manchester office. You will oversee financial operations, manage a team, and ensure compliance with statutory requirements while supporting strategic growth. The ideal candidate has a strong background in retail and technical accounting skills, along with proven experience managing finance functions in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Proven post-qualification experience in a relevant role.
• Experience in supervising or managing team members.
• Ability to apply accounting skills in a commercial context.

Responsibilities

• Manage and mentor the Finance Assistant.
• Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and reconciliations.
• Lead preparation of management accounts and cash flow forecasts.
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements.
• Develop financial controls and procedures.
• Provide variance analysis for decision-making.

Skills

Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)

Retail background

Management accounts experience

Technical accounting skills

Multi-currency accounting knowledge

Proficient in Microsoft Excel and ERP systems

Confident communicator

Highly organised and detail-oriented

Education

Professional accounting qualification

Tools

ERP/finance systems

Job description

As Finance Manager, you will oversee day‑to‑day financial operations in the UK, working closely with the Group Finance Director to deliver accurate reporting, effective controls, and insightful analysis. You will manage and develop the Finance Assistant, while partnering with teams across retail, e‑commerce, wholesale, and international offices to ensure financial integrity and support strategic growth.

Responsibilities

• Manage and mentor the Finance Assistant, ensuring efficient delivery of daily finance tasks
• Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and bank reconciliations across multiple currencies and regions
• Lead preparation of monthly management accounts, cash flow forecasts, and reporting packs for senior leadership
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements, tax filings, and audit processes in the UK and coordinate with global advisors
• Support global payroll processing and liaise with HR and international teams
• Manage stock, store, e‑commerce and wholesale reconciliations to ensure accuracy of trading performance
• Partner with commercial teams on new project launches (e.g. new stores, e‑commerce initiatives, wholesale distribution deals)
• Develop and strengthen financial controls, policies, and procedures across the group
• Provide variance analysis and commentary to support decision‑making at group level
• Act as the key finance contact for the Manchester head office and global stakeholders, ensuring alignment with the NYC office and other international operations

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with proven post‑qualification experience
• Strong background in retail, fashion, or consumer goods (with e‑commerce/wholesale exposure advantageous)
• Demonstrated experience in management accounts, financial controls, and reporting
• Previous experience supervising or managing junior team members
• Excellent technical accounting skills with the ability to apply them in a commercial context
• Strong knowledge of multi‑currency accounting and international operations
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ERP/finance systems
• Confident communicator able to engage with senior leadership and global teams
• Highly organised, detail‑oriented, and able to manage competing priorities in a fast‑paced environment

We are a fast‑growing global fashion brand with head offices in Manchester and New York City, and a network of stores, e‑commerce, and wholesale partners worldwide. Known for our innovative approach to style and international presence, we are seeking a commercially minded Finance Manager to lead our Manchester finance function.