Interim Senior Finance manager | High Growth FMCG brand

Harmonic Group Ltd; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading FMCG brand based in London is seeking an Interim Senior Finance Manager for a 6-month contract to manage month-end close and financial controls. The ideal candidate will be a qualified accountant with significant experience in the FMCG sector, particularly in stock accounting. This position offers a day rate of £400–£450 and the opportunity for hybrid working. The start date is set for January, and the company promotes an inclusive workplace culture.

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with relevant certifications.
• Substantial experience in stock accounting in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in managing month-end processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead month-end close process.
• Support VAT submissions and manage stock accounting.
• Oversee P&L and balance sheet reporting.

Skills

Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA)

Experience in FMCG, retail, or similar

Proficiency in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central

Strong Excel skills

Job description

Interim Senior Finance Manager | High Growth FMCG Brand | London

Harmonic are delighted to be working exclusively with an innovative FMCG brand that has experienced significant growth over the past few years. The brand requires a senior finance manager to join immediately on a 6-month contract to cover month‑end and operational finance functions during an extended leave within the team.

The Role

The selected candidate will lead month‑end close, stock reporting, bank reconciliations, payroll, and e‑commerce reconciliations within a team of eight finance professionals. They will ensure strong financial control in a complex and occasionally manual environment.

Responsibilities

• Own month‑end close
• Support VAT submissions
• Manage stock accounting
• Oversee P&L and balance sheet
• Coordinate inter‑company stock and reconciliation processes
• Maintain best practices in stock accounting
• Reconcile e‑commerce platforms (Shopify, PayPal, etc.)
• Perform bank reconciliations
• Support the team in maintaining financial controls and audit readiness

Essential Experience

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA)
• Substantial experience in FMCG, retail, or a similar industry with a heavy focus on stock accounting
• Proficiency in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central
• Demonstrated ownership of month‑end processes in a fast‑paced and changing environment
• Strong Excel skills

Location: London (Hybrid)

Day Rate: £400–£450 / day

Contract Length: 5–6 months

Start Date: January

At Harmonic, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace. We actively welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and assure you that every candidate will be thoughtfully considered for the roles we represent, without regard to race, religion, gender expression, disability, or sexual orientation.