Management Accountant Permanent NEW

Management Accountant (Finalist)
Wandsworth, London
Salary: Circa £55,000 (depending on relevant experience)
Hybrid: 3 days per week in the office
Type: Permanent, full-time

Cedar has partnered with a well-known retail brand to recruit a Finalist Management Accountant for their UK head office in London. This established company has grown significantly in recent years through strategic acquisitions, becoming a household name in both UK and international markets.

Key Responsibilities

Month-End Reporting

• Manage reporting for stock and related balances across multiple brands, including:
  • Stock on hand
  • Cost of Goods Sold (COGS)
  • Goods in transit
  • Stock provisions and adjustments
• Prepare key balance sheet reconciliations (e.g., accruals, prepayments, capitalised freight).
• Deliver stock balance reports to stakeholders.
• Oversee payroll processing for central teams and stores, ensuring accurate bonus accruals and variance analysis.
• Support month-end close activities and provide analytical insights.

Year-End Activities

• Liaise with external auditors, addressing queries and providing documentation.
• Assist with statutory account disclosures and notes.

Additional Duties

• Collaborate with the finance systems team to ensure seamless ERP integration.
• Mentor junior team members and support their development.

Person Specification

• Finalist (CIMA/ACCA).
• Advanced Excel skills (e.g., pivot tables, VLOOKUPs).
• Highly organised, able to manage deadlines independently.
• Positive and adaptable, eager to take on challenges.
• Strong team player with excellent communication skills.
• Retail or multi-site experience is a bonus.

Please note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.