Head of Management Accounting

Are you a finance leader who thrives on developing high-performing teams? This established consumer business, operating multiple iconic brands across retail and lifestyle sectors, is in search of a dynamic Head of Accounting & Reporting to join their senior finance team.This is an exciting opportunity to join a successful multi-brand group with a diverse portfolio spanning fashion, lifestyle and luxury homewares. Operating across 120+ stores with strong omnichannel presence, the business combines entrepreneurial spirit with established market positions.With recent strategic acquisitions and ambitious growth plans across multiple retail sectors, this is a business that's scaling and evolving - offering genuine opportunities to shape finance operations and drive performance across an expanding portfolio.You'll lead a team of 8 across 3 direct reports at Manager level, driving performance across all P&L areas including logistics, stores, payroll, marketing and digital operations. This is a pivotal role supporting strategic decision-making across multiple brands and channels.ResponsibilitiesLeading a team of management accountants across multiple business unitsFostering a high-performance culture focused on professional growthDriving change through credible leadership and effective teamworkDelivering month-end reporting within tight deadlines across revenue, margins, and costsAnalysing store-level profitability and performance against KPIs across 120+ locationsPresenting timely financial analysis to budget holders and senior managementCollaborating with Commercial Finance on budgets, forecasts and long-term planningChallenging existing processes and drive automation initiativesManaging complex multi-channel, multi-brand reconciliationsEnsuring balance sheet accuracy across all cost centres and business unitsSupporting external audit, statutory reporting and tax complianceCIMA/ACCA/ACA qualified with proven post-qualification developmentStrong leadership experience building and managing finance teamsDeep management accounting background in consumer/retail environmentMulti-site operational experience (retail, FMCG, or hospitality)Multi-brand or multi-channel business exposureStore portfolio management and profitability analysis experienceProcess improvement and system automation projectsLocation: Central London (3 days in office per week) #J-18808-Ljbffr