Mapped Recruitment Ltd

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)

Mapped Recruitment is delighted to be working exclusively with a growth, design-led manufacturer and distributor of products across the UK, EMEA and the Middle East. A brand with a global and long-standing presence which, since launching in the UK in 2021, has grown to circa £6 million TO. The team is now looking to hire a technically strong Financial Controller to join the team to create value not just report it. The successful candidate will be joining a lean, ambitious business reporting directly to the General Manager and supervising one Finance Assistant with support from a fractional CFO. This role suits a technically strong, self-sufficient finance professional who thrives in a fast-paced, manufacturing- or product-led environment, is comfortable working autonomously, and is happy to take ownership. Key Responsibilities: Month-End Close Lead and own the monthly close process, including all balance sheet reconciliations, accruals, provisions and journals Prepare and analyse month-end trial balances, balance sheet analyses and supporting schedules Manage AP and AR reconciliation, aged item resolution and variance analysis Oversee fixed asset register, depreciation and periodic physical verification Reduce close timeframes and improve process accuracy over time Management Reporting Prepare monthly P&L, balance sheet and cash flow statements for senior leadership Build and communicate financial budgets; track and report variances against plan Produce weekly revenue and cash flow forecasts Provide site/production P&L reports and monthly financial snapshots Recommend operational improvements to enhance financial performance Business Partnering & Strategy Partner closely with the General Manager on cash flow, working capital and capital allocation decisions Translate financial data into clear, actionable commercial insight Implement financial strategy, including risk minimisation and opportunity forecasting Contribute to the company achieving its financial and operational targets Finance Operations & Compliance Maintain financial systems, internal controls and accounting compliance with UK regulatory obligations Coordinate finance activities across departments to deliver on objectives Manage and mentor the finance team, including the offshore finance function Key Requirements: Open to both qualified accountants, ACA, ACCA, CIMA and qualified by experience. My client values the right experience and person over anything else Xero experience is essential; you must be proficient and able to own the system Industry experience in manufacturing/product is required for this position (understanding of inventory) Proven business partnering capability able to translate numbers into decisions for non-finance stakeholders Comfortable working autonomously in a high growth, lean business environment Strong month-end (multi-currency) close skills with a hands-on, detail-oriented approach Exceptional communication skills and aptitude to work with Exec level stakeholders This role is based in central London, Old Street area, and ideally is office-based, but 4 days in the office and 1 day at home can be considered