Reference: 4685964Job ID: 5317495Posted: 2026-09-01Closing date: 2026-11-29Location: LondonSalary: 60-75k + benefits (per annum)Job type: PermanentWorking pattern: Full timeIndustry: Retail & Consumer Goods / Senior Finance QualifiedCompany: HaysConsultant: Tahlia DuffHays office: London-City — 5th Floor, 107 Cheapside,Phone: Email: new companyThis is a rare opportunity for a commercially mined Senior Finance Manager to become the first dedicated finance hire within a fast-scaling Luxury Retail business.
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Reporting directly into the leadership team, you will take ownership of building the finance function from the ground up, implementing robust financial processes, controls, systems and reporting infrastructure to support the company's ambitious growth plans.
Operating in a hands-on capacity, you will oversee everything from month-end and cash flow management to budgeting, forecasting and strategic decision support.
As the business continues to expand, you will play a key role in shaping the finance function, driving operational efficiencies, and ultimately building and leading a high-performing finance team.
This role would suit an entrepreneurial finance professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys creating structure, influencing decision-making, and scaling businesses through periods of significant growth.
Your New Role Reporting into the leadership team, your responsibilities will include: Preparing monthly management accounts and board‐level reporting, including detailed variance analysisOwnership of month‐end close, ensuring accurate and timely reportingProducing P&L, balance sheet and cash flow reportingDevelop KPI reporting Ownership of day-to-day bookkeeping Business partnering with non‐finance stakeholders to support performance and decision‐makingLeading budgeting and forecasting cyclesBuilding financial models Scenario analysis Manage end-to-end payroll and manage VAT returns Driving process improvements to enhance efficiency and scalabilityDelivering ad‐hoc analysis and reporting to support commercial and strategic initiativesPlaying an active role in supporting the ongoing growth of the businessWhat you'll need to succeedACA / ACCA / CIMA qualifiedExperience within SME and scaling environments Experience implementing and improving finance processes Ideally from a Retail, Manufacturing, Hospitality or Leisure company (bonus if it's in the luxury space) Willingness to be in an all-rounder role A confident communicator with a commercial mindset Strong Excel skills and comfort working with ERP systems A proactive, hands‐on approach and the ability to operate confidently in a growing environmentWhat you'll get in returnThis is more than a traditional finance role.
You'll be joining a collaborative, values‐led business where your input genuinely matters.
Expect flexible working, a supportive team culture, and real opportunities to grow as the business scales. Package: 60,000–75,000 + benefits. xohmjla What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
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- Tahlia Duff
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