Finance Manager

Zachary Daniels Recruitment; Ringway; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment consultancy is searching for a Finance Manager to oversee the UK finance function in Manchester. This role includes managing finance operations, preparing management accounts, and ensuring accuracy across multiple currencies. Candidates should be qualified accountants with experience in retail or e-commerce. The position offers a salary of up to £55,000 plus a 10% bonus, with 25 days holiday and an on-site work model in the Manchester office.

Benefits

£55,000 Salary

10% Annual Bonus

25 days holiday

Qualifications

• Post-qualification experience in finance management.
• Experience in retail, e-commerce, or consumer goods.
• Ability to mentor junior team members.

Responsibilities

• Lead finance operations and mentor the Finance Assistant.
• Oversee payroll and accounts across multiple currencies.
• Prepare management accounts and cash flow forecasts.

Skills

Management accounting

Financial controls

Excellent communication

Advanced Excel

Education

Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)

Tools

ERP/finance systems

Job description

Finance Manager | Global Retail & E-Commerce Brand | Manchester | Up to £55,000 + 10% Bonus, 25 days holiday | On-site

We are partnering with a rapidly expanding international fashion and lifestyle brand with UK and US headquarters and a global presence across retail, e-commerce, and wholesale. As Finance Manager, you will lead the UK finance function in Manchester, overseeing day-to-day operations, ensuring accurate reporting and strong financial controls, and providing commercial insight. You will manage and develop a Finance Assistant and work closely with senior leadership and teams across retail, e-commerce, wholesale, and international offices to maintain financial integrity and support strategic growth.

The Role

• Lead, mentor, and support the Finance Assistant, ensuring effective delivery of daily finance operations.
• Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and bank reconciliations across multiple regions and currencies.
• Prepare monthly management accounts, cash flow forecasts, and reporting packs for senior leadership.
• Ensure timely compliance with statutory requirements, tax filings, and external audit processes.
• Coordinate with HR and international teams to support global payroll processes.
• Manage stock, store, e-commerce, and wholesale reconciliations to ensure accuracy of trading performance.
• Partner with commercial teams on major initiatives, including new store openings, e-commerce developments, and wholesale expansion.
• Enhance financial policies, procedures, and internal controls across the group.
• Deliver variance analysis and insightful commentary to support senior-level decision‑making.
• Act as the primary finance point of contact for the Manchester office, ensuring strong alignment with global teams.

About You

• Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with post‑qualification experience.
• Background in retail, fashion, consumer goods, or similar product‑led industries; e‑commerce and wholesale exposure beneficial.
• Strong experience in management accounting, financial controls, and reporting.
• Previous experience managing or mentoring junior team members.
• Excellent technical accounting skills with a commercially minded approach.
• Understanding of multi‑currency accounting and international operations.
• Advanced Excel skills and proficiency in ERP/finance systems.
• Confident communicator, able to partner effectively with senior leaders and global teams.
• Highly organised, detail‑focused, and comfortable operating in a fast‑paced, evolving environment.

What's on Offer

• Up to £55,000 Salary
• 10% Annual Bonus
• 25 days holiday, other benefits
• On site – 5 days in Manchester office

Zachary Daniels and our client are both equal opportunity employers. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Zachary Daniels is a Niche, National & International Recruitment Consultancy. Specialising in Buying, Merchandising & Ecommerce | Design, Technical, Wholesale & Production | Finance | HR & Talent | H&S & Compliance | Marketing, Digital & Technology | Property & Centre Management | Retail, Trade, Leisure & Wholesale Operations | Senior Appointments & Exec | Sales | Supply Chain & Logistics

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