Finance Manager

"Caroline Gardner Publishing, a leading British design brand in cards, stationery, home, and gifts, is seeking a collaborative and dynamic Finance Manager to join our team in Putney, South-West London.
We’re looking for a hands-on Finance Manager to lead the day-to-day financial operations of our growing business. Reporting to our part-time Finance Director, you’ll keep the finance function running smoothly, ensure accurate reporting, and provide insights that shape key decisions.
You’ll also mentor and develop our Assistant Accountant and Credit Controller, building a collaborative, high-performing team. If you thrive in a fast-paced SME environment and love improving processes, this role is for you.
What you’ll doLead month-end close and prepare accurate management accounts.Maintain balance sheet reconciliations and oversee ledgers.Monitor cashflow and support working capital management.Ensure strong financial controls and compliance.Prepare payroll and manage PAYE/NIC, pensions, and VAT returns.Provide financial insight to department heads.Coordinate budgets and forecasts.Maintain and administer Sage 200 user access and system housekeeping.Assist with process improvements and the implementation of finance system enhancements.Support audits and ad hoc analysis for the Finance Director.Mentor and develop junior finance team members.
What we’re looking forACA/ACCA qualified with solid post-qualification experience.Previous experience as Finance Manager or senior finance officer in product-based or retail environment.Strong technical knowledge and reporting skills.Advanced Excel; Sage 200 experience is a plus.Comfortable in a hands-on SME environment.Detail-oriented, proactive, and process-improvement focused.Excellent communicator and team leader.
Why join us?Work with a creative, values-led brand celebrating 30+ years of design excellenceBe part of a B Corp-certified business committed to people, planet, and profitEnjoy benefits including staff discount (up to 65%), annual bonus, pension, EAP, generous holiday allowance, a birthday day off and more!Competitive salary (flex. between 55-65K per annum depending on your experience)
Role type: This is a permanent, full-time role to commence February/March 2026 (five days per week, 9.00am–5.30pm). Hybrid working (3 days in the office).
Location: Putney, London
How to apply: Please send your CV & cover letter to jobs@carolinegardner.com as soon as possible. Please check our advert for finer details or Easy Apply today!
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We welcome your application: Caroline Gardner is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability or age.
Please find the full job description and more about Caroline Gardner on our careers page in the link here!"