Harper May is partnering with an exciting retail group based in Central London. Our client is currently seeking an experienced Finance Manager to join their rapidly expanding team. This company is undergoing substantial growth in the retail sector and aims to leverage its recent remarkable progress. This position is particularly exciting as it offers the selected candidate a comprehensive and dynamic role within a rapidly evolving organisation.The role:Responsible for the monthly consolidated management accounts (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cashflow and Key metrics) and information packs reporting to the Financial Controller.Continuous improvement of the Group's monthly financial reporting process and controls including intercompany.Regular review and substantiation of the Group balance sheet and key controls.Provide technical accounting expertise and maintain the Group's accounting and financial policies.Assist with the consolidation and preparation of annual statutory financial statements for Group entities.Assist with the planning and execution of the Groups year end audit to ensure it is delivered on time and to budget.Ensure the Group financial control environment is robust and all financial reporting requirements across the company are met to a high standard.Identify opportunities to strengthen the financial control environment and manage the resulting implementation.Other Group Finance Manager activities as required to support the Group Financial Controller.RequirementsStrong management reporting experienceProven relevant accounting experience and technical knowledge (Financial / Management information)Strong attention to detail and a controls-focusTeam player committed to ensuring that the overall team objectives are metACCA / CIMA / ACA qualified would be preferential
