Group Finance Manager | Leading E-commerce & Retail Group | Central London (Hybrid) | £75,000Robert Half are partnering with a leading e-commerce and retail group to recruit a permanent Group Finance Manager. This is a senior, hands-on role with responsibility for group reporting, statutory compliance, forecasting, and team leadership, offering strong exposure to senior stakeholders.📊 About the PositionAs Group Finance Manager, you'll take ownership of financial reporting and control across the group. Day to day, you'll be responsible for:Producing monthly management accounts for the group, including full management packs and board commentary.
* Reviewing journals and detailed P&L cost analysis, making accounting adjustments in line with accounting standards.
* Owning balance sheet integrity, reviewing balances monthly and quarterly and ensuring timely reconciliations.
* Leading quarterly forecasting and annual budgeting processes.
* Preparing consolidated group accounts, including group budgets, forecasts, credit packs, and bank reporting.
* Managing statutory requirements, including VAT, Intrastat, and the year-end audit process.
* Delivering KPI reporting, performance analysis, and insight versus budget and prior year.
* Monitoring costs, identifying variances, and reviewing performance with heads of department.
* Identifying financial risks and opportunities impacting group performance.
* Overseeing payroll processes and controls.
* Driving process improvement and strengthening internal controls.
* Managing and developing a team of two.📋 What we're looking forFully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA).
* Strong background in group finance, management accounting, and statutory reporting.
* Experience producing consolidated accounts and managing year-end audits.
* Proven people management experience.
* Confident communicator, comfortable working with board-level and senior stakeholders.
* Background in retail, stock-based environments, or e-commerce (essential).🤝 Here's what's waiting for you25 days holiday (rising with service to 30).8% employer pension contribution.Life assurance (3x annual salary).Early-finish Fridays.Lifestyle benefits including Cycle to Work, gym discounts, and retail perks.Childcare benefits.Staff discount.💼 Why this role could be your next moveThis is a true Group Finance Manager role offering breadth, autonomy, and influence. You'll sit at the centre of group finance, owning reporting, planning, and compliance while shaping processes and developing your team. With direct exposure to senior stakeholders and the opportunity to make a tangible impact, it's a strong next step for someone looking to operate at group level.Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training.
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