Interim Finance Manager - Retail
other jobs Handle Recruitment
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- England,London,City of London
- Full Time, Permanent
- £50,000 - £65,000 per annum
Job Description:
A fast-growing FMCG group is seeking a Finance Manager to join the team on a 12-month fixed-term contract to cover maternity leave. This is a hands-on role supporting the smooth day-to-day running of the finance function while partnering closely with operations and commercial teams.
Key Responsibilities:*Oversee revenue recognition and ensure alignment between inventory and accounting systems
*Manage month-end close including sales reporting, COGS journals, accruals and prepayments
*Reconcile bank accounts and oversee AR, AP and credit control activities
*Review and submit VAT returns and ensure HMRC deadlines are met
*Run weekly payment cycles and review employee expenses
*Drive continuous improvements to financial processes, controls and reporting
Requirements:*Proven experience in a Finance Manager or similar hands-on finance role, ideally within FMCG, retail or a product-led business
*Strong understanding of revenue, inventory and month-end processes
*Confident managing VAT, reconciliations and core transactional finance
*Systems-savvy, detail-oriented and comfortable working cross-functionally
*Proactive, organised and able to operate effectively in a fast-paced environment
Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.
Key Responsibilities:*Oversee revenue recognition and ensure alignment between inventory and accounting systems
*Manage month-end close including sales reporting, COGS journals, accruals and prepayments
*Reconcile bank accounts and oversee AR, AP and credit control activities
*Review and submit VAT returns and ensure HMRC deadlines are met
*Run weekly payment cycles and review employee expenses
*Drive continuous improvements to financial processes, controls and reporting
Requirements:*Proven experience in a Finance Manager or similar hands-on finance role, ideally within FMCG, retail or a product-led business
*Strong understanding of revenue, inventory and month-end processes
*Confident managing VAT, reconciliations and core transactional finance
*Systems-savvy, detail-oriented and comfortable working cross-functionally
*Proactive, organised and able to operate effectively in a fast-paced environment
Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.
Job number 3472034
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Company Details:
Handle Recruitment
Company size: 50–99 employees
Industry: Recruitment Consultancy
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