UK Finance Manager - Global Retailer

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative global retailer is seeking a UK Finance Manager to lead their finance team. This newly created role involves full ownership of the UK entity, managing cash flow, supplier payments, and VAT returns. Ideal candidates will be ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified with retail industry experience. You will work alongside impressive finance leaders, enhancing your professional growth. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Qualified Accountant with ACA/ACCA/CIMA certification.
• Experience managing a small finance team in a hands-on role.

Responsibilities

• Full ownership of the UK entity covering all financial functions.
• Preparation and submission of quarterly VAT returns for all UK entities.
• Management and development of finance team members.

Skills

Cash flow management

VAT preparation

Management accounts

Accounts Receivable

Accounts Payable

Education

ACA

ACCA

CIMA

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UK Finance Manager - Global Retailer, London

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Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

Job Description:

Your new company

An innovative and exciting global retailer is looking to hire a new UK Finance Manager to join their growing finance team. This role is newly created and will report into the current Group Finance Director. You will have full ownership of the UK entity of this company, being the first point of contact for all finance-related queries across the wider business. The business is ideally looking for candidates with an ACA practice background who have moved into the Retail industry, but they would also be open to candidates who are industry trained.

Your new role

Reporting to the Group FD, your responsibilities will include:

• Full ownership of the UK entity, covering all financial functions
• Cash flow management including weekly rolling cash forecasts
• Finalisation of weekly supplier payment runs
• Leading discussions with suppliers to increase credit terms offered in conjunction with the accounts payable staff
• Weekly/monthly bank reconciliations for all accounts
• Processing of any in-company sales invoices
• Preparation and submission of quarterly VAT returns for all UK entities
• Management and development of finance team members (AR/AP)
• Develop and refine processes to build efficiencies within the team and its outputs
• Assist in the development of KPIs to manage team and business performance

What you'll need to succeed

You'll be a Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with experience managing a small finance team. You'll have experience in a hands-on finance role, with exposure to VAT, cash flow, management accounts, and managing AR/AP. Retail industry experience is desirable.

What you'll get in return

A competitive salary of £60-75k, as well as the opportunity to work amongst impressive finance leaders who will assist with your professional growth and development.