Financial Accountant

Financial Accountant | Manchester | Onsite | -50,000 - -60,000 + 25 days holiday + bank holidays, plus wide range of benefits/discounts | Retail | First-time Industry Movers

A well-established retail business is looking to appoint a Financial Accountant as part of the continued build-out of its group finance team.

With multi-site operations, strong turnover growth and ongoing investment in systems and infrastructure, this role is ideally suited to a recently qualified ACA, ACCA or equivalent from a large practice looking to make their first move into industry.

You will step into a visible, public-facing role where your technical grounding will be valued, and where you can also begin developing broader business partnering and commercial skills.

The Role

• Preparation of monthly management accounts across multiple entities and sites
• Full ownership of balance sheet integrity and month-end close processes
• Lead support on statutory accounts preparation and year-end audit process
• Involvement in consolidations and group reporting
• Partner with operational and commercial stakeholders to support performance
• Review, strengthen and streamline financial controls
• Support budgeting, forecasting and cash flow planning

About You

• ACA, ACCA or equivalent qualified from a large practice
• Strong grounding in IFRS and UK GAAP
• Experience auditing large, multi-entity or multi-site clients
• Exposure to wholesale, retail, FMCG or similar fast-paced sectors preferred
• Technically strong with attention to detail and high standards
• Commercially curious and motivated to step beyond pure reporting
• Looking for a first move that offers progression and genuine development

What''s on Offer

• -50,000 - -60,000 salary depending on experience
• Onsite working (5 days/week)
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Staff discount and access to a wide range of retail benefits
• Employee-owned organisation with strong internal progression
• Opportunity to move into broader finance or commercial roles over time

Zachary Daniels and our client are both equal opportunity employers. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Zachary Daniels is a Niche, National & International Recruitment Consultancy. Specialising in Buying, Merchandising & Ecommerce | Design, Technical, Wholesale & Production | Finance | HR & Talent | H&S & Compliance | Marketing, Digital & Technology | Property & Centre Management | Retail, Trade, Leisure & Wholesale Operations | Senior Appointments & Exec | Sales | Supply Chain & Logistics

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