Group Accounting Manager

From our first store in the 1960s, a little Taunton shop with great clothes and even better prices, to an omni-channel business serving millions of customers… we're New Look.
 

Our purpose is always to inspire That New Look Feeling and we believe that starts with us. Our values motivate us every day: we play to win, we’re customer-obsessed and we work as one.

Are you a qualified ACA accountant with a passion for financial accuracy and team leadership? We are looking for an experienced professional to oversee our Weymouth accounting team and ensure the production of accurate financial accounts.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee day-to-day activities of the accounting team, ensuring efficiency and accuracy in financial reporting
• Manage the preparation of statutory accounts at both Group and subsidiary levels under IFRS and FRS 101 accounting principles.
• Own the Group audit process, maintaining strong relationships with auditors and acting as the point of escalation for audit queries.
• Ensure accurate maintenance of the General Ledger within SAP for precise reporting.
• Provide technical support for the Finance department, including preparing and reviewing technical accounting papers.
• Lead a team of accountants, offering development opportunities and guidance in line with Group policies.
• Support the professional development of direct reports through coaching and participation in statutory accounts production.
• Create a collaborative and supportive work environment, focusing on team morale.

Qualifications:

• Qualified ACA accountant or equivalent, ideally with retail/audit experience.
• Considerable experience in financial statutory reporting for consolidated and single entity accounts.
• Up-to-date knowledge of IFRS and FRS 101.
• Strong analytical and accounting skills, with experience in establishing new accounting processes in a multi-currency and multi-national environment.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

Join us and be part of a team that values accuracy, efficiency, and professional growth. Apply now to make a significant impact on our financial operations!

Why New Look?

The amazing people, the fashion – there are so many reasons to love working at New Look. We prioritise development, offering training to support your progression, so you can be your absolute best and achieve your goals. 

You’ll also receive these amazing benefits, to name only a few:

• 40% staff discount
• Monthly 25% off privilege vouchers for family and friends to enjoy
• Season ticket loans

Apply now to find out more!

We pride ourselves on being a flexible employer, our colleagues work a range of patterns. If you have a specific pattern in mind, we're keen to discuss this with you in line with the output needed for the role.   
   
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