Group Finance Manager

Corston is a fast-growing, design-led business with operations across the UK, Europe and the US. As we continue to expand internationally, we're investing in our Finance team to ensure we have the systems, controls and insights needed to support the next phase of our growth.

About the Role

We are looking for a proactive and commercially minded Group Finance Manager to join our growing Finance team. Reporting directly to the Group Finance Director, you will play a key role in delivering timely, accurate and insightful financial reporting across the Group while supporting strategic decision-making, financial control and international growth. This is a broad and varied role offering exposure to group reporting, international operations, budgeting, cash flow management, audit, financial controls and business improvement initiatives. Working closely with the Group Finance Director and finance teams across our global operations, you will help drive continuous improvement across the finance function while supporting the business as it continues to scale. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated finance professional looking to develop their career within a fast-growing, profitable and internationally expanding business.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Group Finance Director in the preparation of consolidated monthly management accounts across multiple legal entities and countries.
• Analyse monthly financial results, investigate variances and provide meaningful commentary to senior management.
• Manage the month-end close process for designated entities, ensuring accuracy and adherence to reporting deadlines.
• Coordinate and support finance teams across global offices to ensure timely and consistent financial reporting.
• Prepare and maintain Group cash flow forecasts, including variance analysis against actual performance.
• Support the establishment of new legal entities, including finance process implementation and reporting requirements.
• Assist with the annual budgeting process, quarterly forecasts and long-term financial planning.
• Support the Group year-end audit, acting as a key contact for external auditors and coordinating audit deliverables.
• Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, statutory requirements, tax regulations and internal policies.
• Identify opportunities to improve financial processes, controls and reporting efficiency across the Group.
• Support finance transformation initiatives, including systems enhancements and process automation where appropriate.
• Build strong working relationships with finance and operational teams across the business.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Essential

• ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified (part-qualified candidates with relevant experience will also be considered).
• Proven experience in Group Finance or Financial Accounting within a multi-entity organisation.
• Experience preparing consolidated financial information across multiple legal entities.
• Strong understanding of accounting standards and financial controls.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial data and communicate key insights.
• Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to producing accurate, high-quality work.
• A proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and process optimisation.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Desirable

• Experience within a retail, e-commerce or consumer products environment.
• Experience supporting international finance operations.
• NetSuite ERP experience.
• Exposure to setting up finance processes for new legal entities or supporting international expansion.

Benefits

• Competitive salary (£55,000 - £60,000 DOE)
• Annual company bonus
• Annual salary review
• Company pension scheme
• 4x salary Death in Service benefit
• Free onsite gym
• Free onsite parking
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities
• Opportunity to work closely with senior leadership
• Exposure to international finance and group reporting within a rapidly growing business

Working Arrangements

This is a full-time, office-based role located at our headquarters in Malmesbury, Wiltshire. We place a strong emphasis on collaboration and enjoy working closely together as a team. As such, this role is based in the office five days per week, providing regular interaction with colleagues across Finance and the wider business. Please note that our office is located just outside Malmesbury and is not accessible via public transport, so applicants will need access to their own transport.

Equal Opportunities

Corston is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates and are committed to creating an inclusive, respectful and supportive workplace.