Financial Accountant – Retail & Fashion Company
We’re recruiting a Financial Accountant for our high‑end Retail & Fashion client. This newly created role supports the Financial Reporting team, responsible for balance sheet and related reporting.
Key Responsibilities
- Dual reporting line into the Tax Manager and Group Finance Controller
- Generate and monitor duty drawback claims for multiple global markets, while identifying additional reclaim opportunities.
- Support the preparation of year‑end statutory accounts under UK GAAP/IFRS, liaising with external auditors as required.
- Produce quarterly forecasts of global duty costs
- Maintain strong balance sheet controls, ensuring reconciliations are completed accurately and on time.
- Partner with sourcing, procurement, and commercial teams to ensure accurate product costing, margin reporting, and compliance with customs requirements.
- Assist in monitoring international duty and tariff spend, incorporating this into commercial and financial reporting.
- Support quarterly forecasting and annual budgeting processes, including global duty cost projections.
- Provide support across wider finance activities, including cash flow reporting, indirect tax compliance, and ad hoc analysis.
Key Requirements
- Part Qualified (ACA/ACCA/CIMA).
- Solid grounding in financial accounting principles, including UK GAAP and IFRS.
- Experience in either practice or a financial accounting role in industry.
- Experience of reviewing or preparing Statutory Accounts.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to investigate variances and identify root causes.
- Exposure to customs/tax compliance (duties, VAT, tariffs) is advantageous but not the primary focus.
- Strong IT skills, particularly Excel, with the ability to interrogate ERP systems.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to build relationships across finance and non‑finance stakeholders.
- Proactive mindset with the ability to review processes and suggest improvements.
We’re committed to making our recruitment process inclusive and accessible to all candidates who meet the minimum requirements for the role. We particularly welcome applications from under‑represented groups within the accountancy profession. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the process, please let us know.
Seniority Level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Finance and Accounting / Auditing
Location: London, England, United Kingdom
Base pay range: Financial Accountant, Central London, paying up to £40,000 plus benefits.
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Financial Accountant employer: Trace | Expert Accountancy & Finance Recruitment
At Trace, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation. Our London office provides employees with unique opportunities for professional growth, supported by a commitment to continuous learning and development in the finance sector. With a focus on employee well-being and a hybrid working model, we ensure that our team members can thrive both personally and professionally while contributing to meaningful projects.
Contact Details:
Trace | Expert Accountancy & Finance Recruitment Recruitment Team
