Finance Manager

Mapped Recruitment is proud to be partnering with a design-led brand (store, e-commerce and wholesale) on their search for a Finance Manager to join their London team permanently. You'll take ownership of the monthly management accounts, cash flow, and financial controls. Perfect for a Senior Management Accountant looking to take a step up or a Finance Manager looking to move into a role with a clear future progression path to Financial Controller level. Key Responsibilities: • Reporting into the Financial Controller Mentor and developing the Accounts Payable team and Management Accountants • Prepare monthly management accounts (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow) including group consolidation across wholesale and e-commerce divisions • Deliver variance analysis vs budget, forecast, and prior year with clear narrative for senior leadership • Own month-end entries: payroll journals, fixed asset register, bank recs, credit card transactions, intercompany, prepayments and accruals • Prepare and present the bi-weekly cash flow model • VAT returns and HMRC reporting • Year-end audit schedules and external auditor liaison • Business partner for Head of Departments reviewing actuals vs budget monthly • Support the FC on budgeting, forecasting, and ad hoc strategic projects Key Requirements: • Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)/finalist or qualified by experience with strong, relevant experience • Solid management accounting and financial reporting background • Experience in a wholesale,retail or stock environment is highly advantageous • Exceptional communicator - confidence and ability to partner with SL • Advanced Excel • Highly organised, naturally curious, and driven by accuracy and high standards • A team player with a genuine desire to develop people and improve processes In addition to the salary on offer: Health Insurance (includes gym & lifestyle discounts + private healthcare access) Life Insurance Cycle to Work Scheme Free Eye Test Vouchers Pension Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Leave (service-dependent) Staff Discounts & Annual Staff Allowance Successful candidates must be looking and committed to 3 days in the office - well-connected area of London - (Monday, Tuesdays & Thursdays) (9:30am - 6pm)