Finance Manager - #1676139

About The Job

We are a luxury fragrance brand with manufacturing and distribution, based in the UK. We are looking to hire a Finance Manager with experience of managing the day-to-day finances and stock control.

The main purposes of the role will be to manage and coordinate stock, prepare and maintain financial records & statements, and provide up to the minute reporting to a dynamic and fast-moving sales team.

Accounting responsibilities:

• Prepare monthly management accounts and forecasts


• Managing and coordinating small accounts, sales order processing and logistics team


• Adhoc reporting as required by Company Management


• Oversee accounts payable and receivable (including credit control).


• Bank Reconciliation


• Manage Internal expenses, and the introduction of procedures to ensure all expenses are authorised and captured into the accounts.

The main purpose of the stock control role is to ensure there is accuracy across inventory records and to manage the flow of goods to clients.

Stock control responsibilities:

• Organising and management of stock counts and reports


• Monitoring aged stock through quality checks and managing any destruction processes


• Working with warehouse staff, alongside all other relevant departments


• Managing stock flow to both business and private clients


• Forecasting and placing orders to prevent both out-of-stock and overstocking situations

Skills and qualifications:

• Sage & QuickBooks experience essential 


• Wholesale, retail and online sales environments experience essential


• Degree in Business or Accounting preferable


• Work experience in and knowledge of Accounting Principles


• Work experience in and knowledge of Accounting Software and Excel


• Stock Controller, Finance Manager or similar role experience essential


• Outstanding attention to detail with excellent analytical skills


• Ability to communicate clearly and accurately at all levels

Salary and Prospects:

Salary is negotiable based on experience. The successful candidate will have the ability to grow with the brand based on their performance.

If you are interested in this position please note that you MUST attach your CV to your application in order to be considered.