Company Overview
Established in 1994, The Fragrance Shop is the UK’s leading independent fragrance retailer. Our aim is to make mainstream and luxury fragrances affordable and accessible to all. We showcase 100’s of brands in over 220 stores throughout the UK, and online at www.thefragranceshop.co.uk. We are expanding and always looking for enthusiastic, talented and dedicated people to join the team, and be part of a growing and vibrant brand.
Role Overview
We are looking for an ambitious Management Accountant to join our existing first-class Finance team, reporting directly to the Finance Controller. You will be involved in the preparation of monthly management accounts alongside getting exposure to departmental and wider business projects.
This requires a person who is natural at building relationships and can fit into current accounting processes. You will be a candidate who is self-motivated, conscientious and able to work under your own initiative, as well as part of a team. If you are interested in the opportunity of joining a fast paced, challenging, yet rewarding company where no two days are the same, then read on…
Key Accountabilities
Responsible for the production of monthly management accounts
Ensure all month end cost journals are calculated and processed accurately and on a timely basis for key account lines in the P&L
Ensure balance sheet reconciliations are completed on a monthly basis, investigate and resolve any variances on a timely basis
Assist in the preparation of budgets and forecasts
Develop strong working relationships with all areas of the business
Assist in year-end audit
Adhere to reporting deadlines
Assist with departmental and wider business projects
Person specification
* Strong qualified accountant already or newly qualified (ACCA /ACA/ CIMA)
* Experience of working within a Retail/Wholesale or FMCG related business
* Attention to detail and accuracy in all outputs
* Excellent excel skills
* Strong commercial acumen
* Exceptional communicator with the ability to build relationships at all levels
* Proactive and resilient self-starter, a team player, passionate and motivated with the ability to inspire others around them.
How to apply
Simply upload your CV via our careers page.
Join us now and help shape the future of fragrance retail!
The Fragrance Shop is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Due to the high volume of applications that we receive, we are regrettably not able to respond to everyone. If you have not heard from us within four weeks of your application, please assume that on this occasion you have not been successful.