Financial Accountant

"NAMED COLLECTIVENAMED COLLECTIVE was launched with a clear mission: to redefine streetwear for a new generation. A brand, a community, a revolution call it what you want - just make sure you dont sleep on it.
Were a community before brand - dialogue, innovation, and genuine connection are the essence of NAMED COLLECTIVE. Together with our fiercely supportive community, were co-creating streetwear for today and the future - a guiding light for those who refuse to blend in.
NAMED COLLECTIVE has over 1.5m highly engaged community members and customers on our socials and has already generated profitable 15x growth over the past 4 years. Were only scratching the surface of whats possible for the brand internationally, with 35% of sales in the UK, 35% in the USA, and 30% across the rest of the world from our one eCommerce store.
FOR THE COLLECTIVECompetitive salary;Generous team discount;Optional health cash plans;Best friend + family discount;32 days holiday (inc bank holidays);Birthday day off & gift;Work From Home Wednesdays;Bookable Work From Home Days;Flexible working hours;EAP with Virtual GP;Summer + Winter team parties;Regular team socials;Modern studio workspace with free snacks and refreshments;Pension scheme.
WHO R U?As the financial accountant, you'll play a key role in supporting the financial operations of NAMED COLLECTIVE, working closely with the Financial Controller to deliver accurate financial reporting, compliance, and analysis.
You will have the opportunity to further develop your career, contributing to strategic financial decision-making and business growth.
DETAIL OBSESSED: You have a strong attention to accuracy and consistency, ensuring all transactions, reconciliations, and financial records are correct and compliant with regulations.
PROACTIVE PROBLEM-SOLVER: You can interpret financial data, identify discrepancies or variances, and collaborate across teams (such as operations and community experience) to resolve issues effectively and improve financial processes.
ACCOUNTING PRO: Youll bring solid accounting knowledge (including VAT, management accounts, and audits) and can adapt to handling diverse tasks such as ecommerce transactions, inventory accounting, and inter-company reconciliations.
THE ROLEProcess and reconcile accounts payable and accounts receivable, ensuring timely payment and collectionsEnsure that all transactions (sales, expenses, purchases) are correctly recorded in the accounting systemHelp manage and track ecommerce sales transactions, returns, and refunds in collaboration with the operations teamPrepare VAT returns, ensuring compliance with relevant regulationsAssist in budget preparation, forecasting, and variance analysisManage day-to-day bookkeeping tasks, including posting journal entries, recording all financial transactions, and maintaining accurate records in the general ledgerPrepare weekly payment run, reconcile bank statements, credit card transactions, and payment gateway accounts (e.g., PayPal, Stripe) regularlyAssist in the preparation of monthly management accounts, including profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow reportsSupport the preparation of year-end financial statements and work closely with auditorsReconcile intercompany transactions and resolve discrepanciesManage and maintain the general ledger, ensuring all entries are accurate and in accordance with company policiesSupport with stock valuation and inventory accounting in line with the business requirements
A GOOD FIT LOOKS LIKEPart-qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with a strong desire to complete your qualificationPrevious experience in a finance role, ideally within an ecommerce or retail businessSolid understanding of accounting principles and financial reportingProficient in using accounting software (e.g., Xero, QuickBooks, Sage) and Excel or Google SheetsKnowledge of VAT and tax regulations, specifically in the context of ecommerceStrong attention to detail and accuracy, with excellent organisational skillsExcellent communication skills, with the ability to liaise across departments and present financial information to non-financial stakeholdersAbility to work to tight deadlines and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environmentStrong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a proactive approach to identifying areas for improvementExperience in managing e-commerce sales data, including integration with platforms such as Shopify or similarKnowledge of multi-currency transactions and international tax regulationsBased in LondonEligible to work in the UK"