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Role: Management Accountant – Luxury Retailer

Location: Central London (hybrid working)

The Role: This role is working for a very exciting and fast-growing Luxury retailer business with a brilliant brand in the sector and exciting strategy for the future. They are hiring for an exciting Management Accountant opportunity reporting directly to the Financial Controller. You will be a core member of the wider finance team and play a key part in supporting and strengthening the management accounting function. You will be responsible for the management accounting within the fastest growing division in the organisation. You will be working with various stakeholders across the business, supporting them with analysis of budgets vs actuals. There is also a clear path for progression and a great opportunity to manage two other individuals within the team plus excellent salary, bonus and benefits.

Role and Responsibilities:

• Coordinate the month end process and maintain the monthly management accounts pack, ensuring accurate reporting in accordance with applicable accounting standards
• Play a key role in the year end statutory audit, including assisting in the preparation of UK subsidiary and Group accounts
• Provide coaching to other team members as and when required.
• Preparation of bank reporting as required, for example covenant calculations
• Preparation and posting of month end accruals, prepayments and other journals.
• Manage and maintain the Fixed Asset Register.
• Communicating with the commercial finance team to understand current and committed spend for key areas of the business.
• Maintain the balance sheet lead schedule of account reconciliations

Candidate Requirements:

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or overseas Equivalent) – ideally 0-2 years PQE
• Experience working within a retail business is desirable
• Experience of dealing with large amounts of data (segmentation and reporting on data sets)
• Good experience of seeking and implementing ways to improve on current practice
• Experience of IFRS is desirable
• Excellent communication skills and confidence in partnering with stakeholders
• Confident in identifying, resolving, and escalating key points and issues

Company Information

Wayman Finance is a specialist recruitment agency with over 20 years’ experience within the Finance field. We’ve worked hard to establish our reputation with our clients as one of the most reliable Finance and Accounting agencies in London through our core values of honesty and customer excellence.

Application

To be considered for this Management Accountant position please forward a CV as soon as possible

Role: Finance Manager – Multichannel Retailer

Location: Central London (Hybrid Working)

The Role: This opportunity is working for a well-established and successful Retailer with a brilliant brand in the sector and a very exciting strategy for the future. The business has a loyal and expanding customer base which operates through multichannel sales distribution, through its well-known flagship stores, website, and stocked in many wholesale customer outlets. As a crucial member of the Finance team, reporting into the Head of Finance you will be responsible for the preparation and analysis of business reports, including monthly management accounts. The main objective of the role will be to provide monthly P&L variance analysis and insight into commercial performance. You will also play a leading role in the budgeting and forecasting process and the regular reporting/commentary packs for senior management and be the key Finance Business Partner to the leadership team, during an exciting period of growth. This role comes with a very competitive salary, benefits and a clear path to progression in the future.

Requirements:

• Qualified accountant (CIMA/ACCA/ACA)
• Experience of preparing management accounts within a fast-changing multi-channel retailer
• Experience of working in a commercial environment, ideally wholesale / retail / manufacturing
• Systems and process implementation would be useful.
• Strong interpersonal skills with excellent communication and listening skills
• Problem solving, a desire to seek continual improvements and the ability to communicate to non-finance staff throughout the business are all required.
• Advanced Excel skills - you should know your Pivot tables and Vlookups

Company Information

Wayman Finance is a specialist recruitment agency with over 20 years’ experience within the Finance field. We’ve worked hard to establish our reputation with our clients as one of the most reliable Finance and Accounting agencies in London through our core values of honesty and customer excellence.

Application

To be considered for this Finance Manager position please forward a CV as soon as possible.

Role: Finance Manager – Multichannel Retailer

Location: Central London (Hybrid Working)

The Role: This opportunity is working for a well-established and successful Retailer with a brilliant brand in the sector and a very exciting strategy for the future. The business has a loyal and expanding customer base which operates through multichannel sales distribution, through its well-known flagship stores, website, and stocked in many wholesale customer outlets. As a crucial member of the Finance team, reporting into the Head of Finance you will be responsible for the preparation and analysis of business reports, including monthly management accounts. The main objective of the role will be to provide monthly P&L variance analysis and insight into commercial performance. You will also play a leading role in the budgeting and forecasting process and the regular reporting/commentary packs for senior management and be the key Finance Business Partner to the leadership team, during an exciting period of growth. This role comes with a very competitive salary, benefits and a clear path to progression in the future.

Requirements:

• Qualified accountant (CIMA/ACCA/ACA)
• Experience of preparing management accounts within a fast-changing multi-channel retailer
• Experience of working in a commercial environment, ideally wholesale / retail / manufacturing
• Systems and process implementation would be useful.
• Strong interpersonal skills with excellent communication and listening skills
• Problem solving, a desire to seek continual improvements and the ability to communicate to non-finance staff throughout the business are all required.
• Advanced Excel skills - you should know your Pivot tables and Vlookups

Company Information

Wayman Finance is a specialist recruitment agency with over 20 years’ experience within the Finance field. We’ve worked hard to establish our reputation with our clients as one of the most reliable Finance and Accounting agencies in London through our core values of honesty and customer excellence.

Application

To be considered for this Finance Manager position please forward a CV as soon as possible.

Mode Search is proud to be partnering with a luxury fragrance retailer to appoint a CRM Specialist for their flagship store. This is a key hire for the brand, which is experiencing strong global growth and is looking to further elevate its client engagement and in-store experience. Alongside a competitive basic salary, the role offers a very generous commission scheme.

Based on Regent Street in London, the role is full-time and requires flexibility to work weekends. The CRM Specialist will report directly to the Store Manager, with additional oversight from the Assistant Manager.

The Role

• Deliver outstanding clientelling, building and nurturing a strong VIP client base.
• Develop and execute creative in-store events and activations to drive footfall and sales.
• Confidently approach and engage passers-by to encourage store visits.
• Lead on the brand’s signature bespoke scent sales, guiding clients through the creation process.
• Convert new customers into loyal, repeat clients through exceptional service and follow-up.
• Contribute ideas for CRM initiatives, even without a formal CRM background.
• Maintain meticulous grooming and presentation standards in line with luxury brand expectations.
• Actively work towards sales targets

Requirements

• Strong clientelling skills and a passion for luxury retail.
• Previous experience in luxury fashion, beauty, or fragrance is desirable but not essential.
• Confident, outgoing, and warm personality with the ability to engage customers naturally.
• Proven ability to create and execute events or initiatives that attract and retain customers.
• Comfortable with cold outreach and converting walk-in traffic into sales.
• Additional languages, especially Arabic, are advantageous.
• Flexible to work weekends and adapt to store operational hours.
• Impeccable personal grooming and professional presentation.

Please note that due to the high number of applications we are currently receiving, we are unfortunately not able to provide individual feedback to every candidate at this stage of the process.

If your application is successful, you will be contacted by us in due course.

You can also email your resume directly to us at if you would like to apply .

Mode Search is proud to be partnering with a luxury fragrance retailer to appoint a CRM Specialist for their flagship store. This is a key hire for the brand, which is experiencing strong global growth and is looking to further elevate its client engagement and in-store experience. Alongside a competitive basic salary, the role offers a very generous commission scheme.

Based on Regent Street in London, the role is full-time and requires flexibility to work weekends. The CRM Specialist will report directly to the Store Manager, with additional oversight from the Assistant Manager.

The Role

• Deliver outstanding clientelling, building and nurturing a strong VIP client base.
• Develop and execute creative in-store events and activations to drive footfall and sales.
• Confidently approach and engage passers-by to encourage store visits.
• Lead on the brand’s signature bespoke scent sales, guiding clients through the creation process.
• Convert new customers into loyal, repeat clients through exceptional service and follow-up.
• Contribute ideas for CRM initiatives, even without a formal CRM background.
• Maintain meticulous grooming and presentation standards in line with luxury brand expectations.
• Actively work towards sales targets

Requirements

• Strong clientelling skills and a passion for luxury retail.
• Previous experience in luxury fashion, beauty, or fragrance is desirable but not essential.
• Confident, outgoing, and warm personality with the ability to engage customers naturally.
• Proven ability to create and execute events or initiatives that attract and retain customers.
• Comfortable with cold outreach and converting walk-in traffic into sales.
• Additional languages, especially Arabic, are advantageous.
• Flexible to work weekends and adapt to store operational hours.
• Impeccable personal grooming and professional presentation.

Please note that due to the high number of applications we are currently receiving, we are unfortunately not able to provide individual feedback to every candidate at this stage of the process.

If your application is successful, you will be contacted by us in due course.

You can also email your resume directly to us at if you would like to apply .

A market-leading, customer-centric national Retailer is seeking a strategic and commercially astute Head of Property to lead its UK & Ireland estates portfolio. This is a high-impact leadership role, responsible for driving new store acquisitions, managing a complex estate, and delivering value through proactive asset and lease management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead all property activity across acquisitions, relocations, and expansions.
• Oversee asset management: lease renewals, rent reviews, and re-gears.
• Manage an annual rent roll of ~£80m, ensuring accurate and timely payments.
• Coach and develop a high-performing property team and external consultants.
• Act as lead advisor on property matters across retail, head office, and supply chain assets.
• Champion continuous improvement, operational excellence, and cost control.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with landlords, agents, and internal stakeholders.

What You’ll Bring:

• Proven leadership in property strategy and estates management.
• Strong commercial acumen and deep knowledge of UK & ROI landlord & tenant law.
• Experience managing outsourced consultants and legal partners.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and negotiation skills.
• A collaborative, people-focused approach and track record of building high-performing teams.

This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of an already established but growing and purpose-driven brand with a strong presence across the UK and Ireland. If you're a proactive property leader ready to take your impact to the next level, we’d love to hear from you.

Role: Financial Controller – Global Luxury Retailer (must be immediately available or on short notice period)

Location: Central London (hybrid)

The Role: This opportunity is working for a well-established and successful Global Luxury Retailer with a brilliant brand in the sector and a very exciting strategy for the future. The business has a loyal and expanding customer base which operates through multichannel sales distribution, through its well-known flagship stores, global website, and stocked in many wholesale customer outlets globally. As a crucial member of the Finance team, reporting into the Finance Director you will be responsible for maintaining all necessary day-to-day financial controls, systems and processes to ensure the efficient and effective management of the Group's finances and compliance with statutory requirements. The main objective of the role is to analyse and report on financial performance, including sales and margin analysis, support in the development of reporting systems, dashboards and KPIs, and to ensure all stakeholders can fully rely upon the financial information provided. This is an exciting and challenging role that comes with a very competitive salary, benefits, and a generous bonus scheme.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Management of monthly management accounts, including the various supporting reconciliation schedules, profit and loss, cashflow, fixed assets and balance sheet
• Preparation of Financial Statements and the calculation of tax returns
• Business analysis and reporting to support departments and leadership with strategic and operational decision making.
• Managing the audit process including develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls
• Leading and implementing process change to ensure accounting standards are maintained with efficiency and effectiveness.
• Leading and owning the reporting processes including budgeting, forecasts and trend analysis.
• Identifying and supporting systems improvements and changes where required.
• Owning the daily finance functions of sales reconciliation, bank rec, payment processing.
• Managing the development and building of the finance team including assistant accountant
• Foster a collaborative and high-performance work environment within the finance department.
• Manage cash flow and liquidity to support daily operations and strategic initiatives.
• Implement efficient cash management practices and optimise working capital.

Requirements:

• Qualified accountant (CIMA/ACCA/ACA)
• Experience of working in a commercial environment, ideally wholesale / retail / manufacturing
• Hands on and comfortable working in a high-paced startup environment to support change and growth.
• Strong commercial acumen with a focus on driving excellent financial and commercial performance
• Proven experience of analysing and interpreting data, with the ability of summarising key points and making recommendations
• Ability to manage and prioritise workload whilst maintaining a strong relationship with key stakeholders
• Highly skilled in Microsoft software, with experience in using finance and reporting software

Company Information

Wayman Finance is a specialist recruitment agency with over 20 years’ experience within the Finance field. We’ve worked hard to establish our reputation with our clients as one of the most reliable Finance and Accounting agencies in London through our core values of honesty and customer excellence.

Application

To be considered for this Financial Controller position please forward a CV as soon as possible.

Role: Finance Business Partner – International Retailer

Location: Central London (hybrid working)

The Role: This opportunity is working for a well-established and successful Global Retailer with a brilliant brand in the sector and a very exciting strategy for the future. As a crucial member of the Commercial Finance team, reporting into the Head of Commercial Finance you will work closely with the Buying and Merchandising team. The Senior Finance Business Partner is a pivotal role in supporting the delivery of sales, margin, and stock targets at the business. The business partner will deliver insightful analysis and reporting, highlighting opportunities to drive sales, margin and effectively manage stock and markdown. This is an exciting and challenging role that comes with a very competitive salary, benefits, and a generous bonus scheme.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Be instrumental in supporting Open to Buy management, with clear targets for key metrics including full price Sales, sell-through rates and break/exit stock
• Commercial analysis with recommendations to improve performance in sales, margin and stock metrics in conjunction with the Buying and Merchandising team
• Work with the Buying and Merchandising team to develop financial plans (i.e. budget, forecast, long term plans). Challenge assumptions and highlight opportunities
• Effectively communicate with and challenge senior stakeholders, including audiences of varying financial and commercial acumen to manage financial performance
• Build an external perspective and use outputs to engage and influence the business
• Support ad hoc projects and other teams during busy periods e.g. year end

Requirements:

• Qualified accountant (CIMA/ACCA/ACA) with minimum 2-4 years PQE
• Retail/Stock/Margin experience
• Strong commercial acumen with a focus on driving excellent financial and commercial performance
• Proven experience of analysing and interpreting data, with the ability of summarising key points and making recommendations
• Self-motivated team player, happy to work independently and build relationships across the business
• Ability to manage and prioritise workload whilst maintaining a strong relationship with key stakeholders
• Highly skilled in Microsoft software, with experience in using finance and reporting software

Company Information

Wayman Finance is a specialist recruitment agency with over 20 years’ experience within the Finance field. We’ve worked hard to establish our reputation with our clients as one of the most reliable Finance and Accounting agencies in London through our core values of honesty and customer excellence.

Application

To be considered for this Finance Business Partner position please forward a CV as soon as possible

Role: Financial Accountant – International Multichannel Retailer

Location: Central London (hybrid working)

(Please note candidates must be immediately available or on short notice periods to be considered)

The Role: This position is working for a very exciting and well-established Multichannel Retailer that makes women’s and men’s clothing as well as accessories and distinctive homeware. They have established themselves as a brilliant brand in the sector and devised an exciting strategy for the future. They are hiring for an exciting Financial Accountant opportunity reporting directly a dynamic and successful Senior Finance Manager. You will be a core member of the wider finance team and play a key part in supporting and strengthening the accounting function throughout all teams in the department. The role will be varied and primarily across the financial accountants, managements accounts, complex bank reconciliations and VAT reporting requirements. This role will also have two direct reports to support you in your work. This is an exciting opportunity for a driven individual who is looking to fast track their career with a great salary on offer plus bonus and benefits.

Candidate Requirements:

• Qualified accountant or Finalist (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or overseas Equivalent)
• Previous financial accounting experience
• Excellent communication skills and confidence in partnering with stakeholders
• Confident in identifying, resolving and escalating key points and issues
• Experience across Retail/Ecommerce is desirable but not essential

Company Information

Wayman Finance is a specialist recruitment agency with over 20 years’ experience within the Finance field. We’ve worked hard to establish our reputation with our clients as one of the most reliable Finance and Accounting agencies in London through our core values of honesty and customer excellence.

Application

To be considered for this Financial Accountant position please forward a CV as soon as possible.