Management Accountant Salary up to £55,000Previous retail experience is essential Location: Central London (Hybrid - 3 days in office)Role OverviewKey role within a fast-paced finance team, responsible for accurate stock and cost reporting, supporting operations, and delivering commercial insight.Key ResponsibilitiesOwn monthly reporting of stock balances: stock on hand, COGS, goods in transit, provisions, and adjustmentsEnsure accuracy of stockholding costs: warehousing, logistics, packaging, freight, duty, and handlingPrepare monthly cost analysis with variance to budget and prior yearPartner with commercial and operational teams to understand cost drivers and provide insightPerform weekly reconciliations (sales, COGS, commissions)Complete balance sheet reconciliations (accruals, prepayments, capitalised freight)Support year-end audit and respond to audit queriesBusiness partner with logistics and retail operationsAssist with budgeting and quarterly forecastingWork with IT to support ERP system integrationsPerson SpecificationFully qualified accountant (ACCA or CIMA) - essentialRetail experience OR strong stock/multi-site experience is essentialAdvanced Excel and strong systems skillsHighly organised with strong attention to detailAble to manage deadlines independentlyStrong communication and stakeholder management skillsCollaborative and adaptable approachThis is a great opportunity for a qualified accountant with retail or stock-focused experience to join a commercially d