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Interim Senior Financial Accountant | High-Growth Luxury Retail Brand | London/Hybrid. Harmonic are delighted to be partnering exclusively with a globally recognised consumer brand in their search for an Interim Senior Financial Accountant on a 6 month contract, with high likelihood to extend. Renowned for its creativity and innovation, the organisation has built a loyal following worldwide and continues to scale rapidly across multiple regions. Backed by world-class investors and operating across wholesale, retail and e-commerce channels, the business is on an incredibly impressive growth trajectory. The business has doubled headcount in the last few years and is continuing on a rapidly scaling journey. This opportunity will suit someone who thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment. The Role: Reporting directly to the Finance Manager, this is a key technical role within the finance team, responsible for ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting across multiple business models. You will lead month-end processes, manage complex accounting areas, and support the implementation of new systems and controls. The role offers a blend of hands-on technical work and strategic input, partnering closely with teams across operations, FP&A, and global tax.
Job Responsibility:
Lead the month-end close process, including journals, accruals, and reconciliations to deliver timely and accurate reporting
Act as the technical accounting expert, ensuring compliance with UK GAAP and company policies
Oversee inventory accounting, ensuring correct valuation, reconciliation, and reporting across wholesale and e-commerce
Monitor daily cash flow and maintain strong relationships with banking partners
Prepare monthly and year-end financial reporting, supporting external audits with schedules and working papers
Ensure compliance with tax and regulatory requirements, including VAT returns
Drive process improvements, automation, and internal controls across the finance function
Support ERP implementation and integration with financial reporting workflows
Collaborate with FP&A and operational teams to deliver insights and improve reporting accuracy
Ad-hoc tasks to support the Financial Controller
Requirements:
Fully qualified accountant (ACA, CA, ACCA, or CIMA)
Strong technical accounting knowledge and experience in wholesale, e-commerce, or similar sectors
Proven ability to improve processes and implement best practices
Excellent communication skills and ability to build relationships across teams
Advanced Excel skills and confidence working with large datasets
Adaptable, proactive, and comfortable in a fast-changing environment