Management Accountant | Fast-Growth Consumer Brand | London / Hybrid

Management Accountant | Fast-Growth Consumer Brand | London / HybridThe OpportunityHarmonic are delighted to be supporting a fast-growing, entrepreneurial consumer products business in its search for a Management Accountant. The business operates a portfolio of high-growth FMCG brands across retail, eCommerce and international wholesale, and is entering an exciting new phase of scale.With revenues growing rapidly and ambitions to exceed £20m+ turnover within the next 12-24 months, the finance team is evolving to support increased operational complexity, an ERP implementation and first-year audit readiness.This is a broad, hands-on role suited to someone who thrives in a fast-paced SME environment. Reporting into the Financial Controller, you’ll own the month-end process while helping build the finance infrastructure needed for the next stage of growth.The BusinessOur client is an ambitious, founder-led consumer brand group operating several UK entities spanning manufacturing, sourcing and branded consumer products.The business has experienced exceptional recent growth through a combination of strong retail partnerships, direct-to-consumer sales and international expansion. Despite this growth, they have maintained an entrepreneurial culture where everyone is encouraged to contribute, move quickly and take ownership.The finance team is lean, collaborative and highly visible within the business, giving this role exposure to founders and senior leadership from day one.

Key Responsibilities

Owning the month-end close process across multiple entitiesPreparing monthly management accounts with meaningful variance analysisMaintaining accurate balance sheet reconciliations and supporting schedulesPreparing journals, accruals, prepayments and month-end adjustmentsSupporting year-end audit preparation and liaising with external auditorsProducing financial analysis to support commercial decision makingSupporting inventory accounting and stock reconciliationsAssisting with accounts payable, supplier queries and high-volume credit control where requiredSupporting ERP implementation and wider finance transformation projectsDriving improvements to financial processes, controls and reportingWorking closely with operational teams across the businessWhat the client would like to see (essential): ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified or part-qualified (study support available)Strong management accounting experienceExcellent balance sheet reconciliation skillsExperience supporting audit processesBackground within an FMCG, retail, consumer products or inventory-led businessComfortable working within a growing SME environmentStrong Excel and financial systems experienceExperience with Xero would be advantageousExposure to ERP implementation would be beneficialWhat we would like to see (bonus):Hands-on and willing to get into the detailNaturally curious with a continuous improvement mindsetComfortable working with minimal hierarchyOrganised and process-drivenAdaptable within a fast-changing environmentA strong communicator who enjoys collaborating across the wider businessSalary: £50,000-£60,000 + benefits (+study support, if applicable)Location: London (hybrid)Start-date: ASAPAt Harmonic, we're committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and ensure every candidate is considered fairly, regardless of race, religion, gender identity or expression, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected characteristic.