Financial Accountant

We are seeking a skilled Financial Accountant to join our reputable group company with global brands, based in Watford with some travel to London or Southend. This role offers an opportunity for a fully qualified CA, CIMA, or ACCA professional to engage in both management and financial accounting functions, supporting sales, operations, and finance teams.

Main Responsibilities Will Include:

Management Accounting:

• Liaise with sales, sourcing and operations teams. Prepare sales & margin reports and sales forecasts.
• Maintaining costing sheets of products.
• Preparation of weekly purchase order log.
• Review periodical stock reports, monitor optimum and efficient use of stocks and warehouses.

Financial Accounting:

• Assist FC with preparation of monthly/quarterly accounts, compliance with bank and brand owners.
• Variance analysis of operating expenses and take corrective action in liaison with functional managers.
• Preparation of weekly /quarterly cash flow statements.

Person Specifications:

• Minimum 3 years including management/financial accounting in commercial or with a firm of
• chartered accountants.
• Experience in using SAGE 200 or equivalent accounting package.
• Experience in using ERP System, Excel (advanced).
• Experience in working to strict deadlines, analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to coordinate with non-financial managers.
• Involves travel within UK and Europe.