Financial Accountant | Sports lifestyle Brand & Media & PR
East London | Hybrid
£50,000 - £60,000
Join a rapidly growing company as their first internal finance hire, working closely with the founders to build the finance function from the ground up. This is a unique opportunity to shape processes, drive financial strategy, and support the business as it scales.
Key Responsibilities:
Establish the finance function and align it with business goals.
Manage supplier relationships and ensure compliance with payment agreements.
Prepare and deliver monthly management accounts and financial reports.
Complete balance sheet reconciliations and investigate budget variances.
Oversee budget preparation, VAT returns, and bank reconciliations.
Own year-end accounting processes.
Collaborate with all departments to drive informed financial decisions - Buying & Merchandising & warehouse, IT and founders
Manage cash flow, treasury, and maximise payment terms.
Control business systems and provide actionable insights.Qualifications:
CIMA/ACCA/ACA Qualified / Finalist
Experience in start-ups but not essential
Flexible and hands-on approach
Experience within Retail / e-commerce industry
Experienced working in a start-up environment
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