Financial Accountant

White Stuff was established in 1985 through a simple idea. This idea grew and now we have shops and concessions in the UK and internationally – selling women’s and men’s clothing, as well as beautiful accessories and homeware. Our original prints (all designed in house), intricate details and considered design touches reflect our personality and make us subtly distinctive. Our people are at the heart of our brand, constantly moving and driving us forward. We’re sociable, talented and like-minded and we’re not hierarchical or political in how we do business. We encourage entrepreneurial ideas and accountability at all levels.

The successful Financial Accountant will be fully qualified (ACA/ACCA), preferably with an audit background, who strives to deliver continuous improvement. You must be an excellent communicator, have strong analytical skills and keep up to date with UK GAAP and IFRS.

As part of the Financial Accounting team, the role will be varied and will be primarily across financial accounts, management accounts, year‑end, and tax reporting requirements.

• Management Accounts and Budgets
  • Responsible for multiple Head‑Office departments and overheads including Property, Rent Rates, Electricity & Gas, Insurance, IT and more
  • Provide commentary for monthly management accounts pack in those areas
  • Business Partner with senior management and leaders within the business such as Finance Director / IT Director / Head of Property
  • Supporting with the annual budget process and quarterly reforecasts
  • Work closely with Commercial finance team and provide technical support where necessary
  • Perform monthly balance sheet and control account reconciliations
  • Various other ad‑hoc accounting and project work as required
• Year‑end
  • Play a key role in planning and delivering the year end audit
  • Assisting with the preparation of the annual accounts under IFRS and FRS 101
  • Support the preparation of the IFRS 16 leases schedules
  • Prepare and submit Branch Accounts (Belgium & Ireland)
  • Prepare and submit local GAAP accounts for German entity
  • Support with the preparation of corporation tax computations and capital allowance claims with external tax providers

• Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA or equivalent). This is a great opportunity for a first move out of practice
• Audit background (preferable)
• Business partnering – apply financial knowledge to commercial and operational areas
• Organised – to ensure deadlines are met and expectations are managed
• Communication – clear and concise communication with colleagues at all levels
• Relationship building – develop effective relationships that help drive business success, particularly with non‑finance stakeholders
• Resilience – the ability to work under pressure and adapt to a fast‑paced and busy retail environment
• Results focused – deliver accurate work to completion in a planned and controlled manner
• Someone who is not afraid to roll up their sleeves to get things done as required
• IT skills – ability to navigate and understand accounting systems and intermediate‑advanced Excel skills. Accounting system being used is Microsoft NAV

• Up to 25 days holiday per annum (inc. Bank Holidays)
• Annual bonus opportunity
• 1 paid day off to volunteer in the local community
• 50% discount on White Stuff clothing
• Subsidised BUPA Dental Insurance
• Healthcare cash plan and Life Assurance
• Interest free season ticket loan
• Pension Contribution

We are committed to creating an environment where we can all be proud to work and be ourselves. Part of this commitment is being an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, and age.