Group Finance Manager

Finance Manager | 12-18 month FTC (possibility to go perm) | High growth retail | Manchester | £55,000-65,000

Axon Moore are pleased to be yet again partnering with a leading Retail Business based in Manchester looking for a Qualified Finance Manager to join the team for a 12-18 month FTC. The role will be project driven, supporting the Financial Controller with the preparation of financial statements, P&L reporting and accounts production. This role is well suited to someone who thrives in a fast-paced, high growth environment given the hands on nature of the role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare monthly Group P&L reporting and variance analysis.
• Review monthly balance sheet reconciliations for various business areas.
• Review accruals, prepayments and provisions, maintaining a detailed audit trail for all manual entries.
• Manage risks and opportunities on the balance sheet
• Works closely with the wider finance department to understand financial movements.
• Support Head Office functions through regular reviews of costs ensuring any queries are dealt with quickly
• Maintain listings of key judgemental items including provisions and accruals including detailed supporting information
• Ensure agreed group policies are implemented into each subsidiary and work with each foreign entity to ensure compliance
• Complete ad-hoc projects as an when they arise

Person Specification:

• Qualified Accountant (ACA, CIMA or ACCA)
• Practice trained preferred 
• Ability to handle and manipulate large amounts of data
• Hands-on, with a ‘can-do’ attitude
• Retail experience is advantageous 

Please contact Briony Gregson at Axon Moore for further information - bgregson@axonmoore.com