Senior Accountant- Beauty Brand

Office Angles UK; London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A rapidly growing independent beauty brand is seeking a skilled Senior Accountant in London. This pivotal position involves managing accounting operations, ensuring compliance, and implementing financial practices to support regional subsidiaries. Candidates must have strong communication skills, a degree in a related field, and a passion for the beauty industry.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in senior accounting or financial management role.
• In-depth understanding of applicable laws and regulations.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage and monitor accounting operations and financial management processes.
• Oversee month-end close and ensure all bookkeeping checks are completed on schedule.
• Implement and maintain internal controls to safeguard company assets.

Skills

Financial analysis

Communication skills

Knowledge of inventory

Compliance knowledge

Operational best practices

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration

Tools

NetSuite

Job description

Role: Senior Accountant

Location: West End, London

Salary: £45,000- £65,000

Hours: 9-6pm

We are looking for a skilled Senior Account with knowledge of inventory for a rapidly growing independent beauty brand based in the West End!

You will be supporting the technical accounting and financial analysis. While taking ownership of accurate and timely financial management for regional subsidiaries.

* Please note this role is 5 days in the office*

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and monitor accounting operations and financial management processes
• Oversee month-end close and ensure all bookkeeping and checks are completed on schedule
• Monitor accounts receivable aging reports and follow up on overdue balances
• Manage accounts payable aging reports and execute timely payment runs
• Ensure accurate coding of transactions and compliance with reporting requirements in multiple regions (including the US and Singapore)
• Implement and maintain internal controls to safeguard company assets
• Maintain confidentiality of financial, accounting, and HR information
• Review, update, and improve accounting policies and procedures
• Establish and follow operational best practices; train finance staff as needed
• Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements
• Adhere to local and international finance, tax, and reporting standards
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align accounting practices
• Stay current on trends in accounting, finance, and human resources

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in a senior accounting or financial management role
• Strong knowledge of financial analysis, reporting, inventory, and A/R & A/P functions
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• In-depth understanding of applicable laws and regulations
• Ability to work under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in accounting software (experience with NetSuite is preferred)
• Interest in the beauty industry is a plus

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