Management Accountant FTC - Absolute Recruit : Job Details

Job Title: Management Accountant – Luxury Retail (6-Month FTC)Location: Central London (Hybrid: 3 days in-office, 2 days remote)Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 per annum (pro-rata)We are looking for a skilled Management Accountant to join a renowned company in the luxury retail sector on a 6-month fixed-term contract. Reporting to the Financial Controller, this position will play a key role in ensuring the smooth operation of financial processes and collaborating closely with senior management. Based in Central London, this hybrid role offers a mix of office and home working.Key Responsibilities:

• Execute month-end tasks including prepayments, accruals, and fixed asset management
• Reconcile IFRS16 leases and ensure accurate reporting
• Prepare monthly financial statements, balance sheets, and variance analysis reports
• Reconcile all balance sheet accounts and support consolidation efforts
• Manage group reporting and consolidation using internal tools
• Provide detailed cash flow, debt, and tax analysis
• Prepare VAT submissions and statutory accounts
• Support year-end audits and work closely with external auditors
• Perform bank reconciliations and manage concession and sales reconciliations
• Offer operational finance support to retail outlets and central departments
• Participate in key projects, such as digitalizing petty cash systems and supporting inventory checks

Requirements:

• ACCA/CIMA qualified or part-qualified
• Proven experience in month-end close, VAT, and corporation tax
• Strong reconciliation and analytical skills with a keen eye for detail
• Knowledge of UK GAAP and IFRS regulations
• Prior experience in the retail sector is highly desirable
• Familiarity with JDE or SAP systems is a bonus
• French language skills are an advantage but not required

Why Apply?This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a prestigious brand within the luxury retail space. You will work in a dynamic environment where your contributions will make a real difference, and you’ll gain exposure to critical financial operations.If this sounds like the role for you, apply today to join a forward-thinking company and elevate your career