Group Financial Accountant (Luxury Fashion)

Reference: 4661298Job ID: 5311196Posted: 2026-10-21Closing date: 2027-01-19Location: LondonSalary: 55-65k + bonus + benefits (per annum)Job type: PermanentWorking pattern: Full timeIndustry: Retail & Consumer Goods / Senior Finance QualifiedCompany: HaysConsultant: Tahlia DuffHays office: London-City — 5th Floor, 107 Cheapside,Phone: 02034650012Email: tahlia.duff@hays.comYour New CompanyI'm currently supporting a well-known luxury fashion retailer looking for a Group Financial Accountant to join the finance function! They are open to ACA's coming straight from a top-tier practice with retail client experience OR ACCA industry-trained retail accountants. This role is a nice blend of statutory management accounts, tax compliance / VAT, cash flow forecasting and supporting the external audit.

Your New RoleReporting into the Finance Director, you'll be responsible for: Financial reporting & control: ownership of the month-end duties ensuring balance sheet integrity and month-end reporting Monthly balance sheet reconciliations, including inventory, fixed assets, accruals, and prepaymentsMaintaining IFRS financial reporting policies group-wide Stock and WIP reconciliationSupport with process improvement and systems optimisation Budget vs actuals variance analysisCash flow forecasting and controlLed statutory audit delivery – primary contact for external auditors Manage quarterly VAT and assist in tracking tax returns Ad hoc projects and analysis as required What You’ll Need to SucceedYou'll either be:1) an ACA coming from a Top 6 firm with Retail client experience 2) a retail industry trained ACCA accountant You'll also be a strong communicator who can engage with C-suite & stakeholders, have strong Excel skills, and a strong foundation in UK GAAP & IFRS reporting standards. You'll also be someone with a passion for luxury retail/fashion!What You’ll Get in ReturnCompetitive salary of 55,000 - 65,000 + bonus + benefitsExposure to senior leadership and strategic projectsCareer development in a high-growth, purpose-driven businessInterested? Apply now or contact Tahlia Duff at Hays UK to discuss this opportunity further. #4661298 - Tahlia Duff