Senior Accountant- Beauty Brand

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

Job summary

A rapidly growing independent beauty brand is looking for a skilled Senior Accountant based in the West End. The role involves managing accounting operations, supporting financial analysis, and ensuring compliance with legal standards. The ideal candidate will have experience in financial management and a keen interest in the beauty industry.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in senior accounting or financial management.
• Strong knowledge of financial analysis, inventory, A/R & A/P functions.
• Proficiency in accounting software, preferably NetSuite.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Financial analysis

Reporting

Inventory

Accounts receivable

Accounts payable

Communication

Compliance

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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