Job Title: Accounts & Logistics Manager (Maternity Cover 9 Months)
Location: Chelsea Design Centre, London (Office Based but could be review for hybrid after the first 3 months)
42 hours per week - 09:00 to 17:30 Monday to Thursday, Friday 09:00 to 17:00. (Including an hour paid lunch break each day)
Contract: Fixed-Term 9 Months Maternity Cover
About You
Youll have solid experience in a similar role and feel comfortable running the finance side day to day, including month-end and reporting. Youre confident using Xero and Excel and take pride in keeping things accurate and well organised.
Youre used to working on your own or in a small team, so you can manage your workload and keep things moving without needing much oversight. Youre also happy to get involved in the wider business, whether thats dealing with suppliers, keeping an eye on orders, or helping things run smoothly.
Youre reliable, easy to work with, and communicate clearly with others. Most importantly, you take ownership of your work and just get stuck in.
About the Role
This is a hands-on role where youll look after the day-to-day finances, including invoicing, payments, and bank reconciliations, making sure everything in Xero is kept up to date.
Youll support month-end and management accounts, help with VAT, and work with external accountants on returns and year-end. Theres also some involvement in budgeting and cash flow.
As part of a small team, you may occasionally help with logistics or admin. Its a varied role that would suit someone who likes to take ownership and get stuck in.
Key Responsibility
Finance & Bookkeeping (Xero)
Manage day-to-day bookkeeping, including invoicing, supplier bills, and payments
Reconcile bank accounts and oversee expenses and company cards
Monitor payables/receivables and follow up on outstanding balances
Use Dext to manage invoices and receipts
Management Accounts & Reporting
Prepare monthly journals and balance sheet reconciliations
Produce management accounts (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow)
Support reporting, sales analysis, and commission calculations
Highlight key trends and performance insights
Tax & Compliance
Prepare and submit VAT returns
Liaise with external accountants and support year-end processes
Assist with audits and ensure compliance
Budgeting & Operations Support
Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow planning
Assist with logistics, supplier coordination, and general admin when needed
About You
Qualified (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) or equivalent experience
3+ years experience in a similar role
Confident with Xero, Dext, and Excel
Experience producing management accounts
Organised, detail-focused, and able to work independently
Strong communicator with a practical, hands-on approach
Additional Information
This role is offered on a fixed-term basis for approximately 9 months to provide maternity cover. The contract will end upon the return of the current postholder.
Why Watts 1874?
Joining Watts 1874 means becoming part of a company with more than 150 years of creative heritage while contributing to its future. You will have the opportunity to influence the evolution of an iconic British design brand, working alongside a passionate Studio team dedicated to creating exceptional interiors and decorative collections for clients around the world.
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