Management Accountant

We are looking for a Management Accountant to join the Finance team here at Harrods. You will be responsible for driving the financial performance and strategic decision-making within our organisation.

About the Role

Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will work alongside directors, department heads and finance professionals to ensure efficient financial reporting and variance analysis in alignment with our business objectives. You will also be expected to ensure robust financial control and reporting accuracy is upheld.

In addition, you will look to continuously improve relevant processes and procedures to drive both efficiency and accuracy.

You will also:

• Conduct monthly reconciliations of balance sheet accounts to maintain financial integrity.
• Collaborate with relevant senior stakeholders to develop and prepare detailed annual budgets, ensuring they align with strategic goals.
• Undertake ad hoc analysis and tasks as required within the Finance Team, contributing to the overall financial health of the organization.

About You

You will be fully qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with previous management accountant experience. Retail experience is desirable but not essential.

You will have an eye for detail with the  commitment to precision ensures that financial reporting and analysis are accurate and reliable. You will also be problem Solver: Proficient at identifying financial challenges, you proactively seek solutions to drive financial optimization.

The Management accountant we are looking for will be an analytical thinker, who possess a keen analytical mindset and is capable of dissecting complex financial data. You will have exceptional verbal and written communication skills that can convey financial insights clearly and collaborate seamlessly with diverse teams.

About Us

Harrods is one of the world’s leading luxury department stores and we’re becoming a destination for top designers, and the most sought-after brands from around the globe. Our combined mission is to make visiting our iconic Knightsbridge store one of the world’s most inspiring shopping experiences.

Our Promise to You

Help us make the impossible possible for our customers and we’ll do something remarkable for you. As well as offering a friendly environment to inspire your best work, we provide abundant opportunities and support to build an exceptional career across the varied specialisms of our business. 

In return, you’ll receive an excellent benefits package, including a company pension, flexible working, 25 days’ holiday, and your birthday off, up to 33% in-store discount (including across our food hall and restaurants) and a season ticket loan.

Uniquely You

At Harrods we believe the personality and authenticity of our people sets us apart. We celebrate and invite applications from all cultures, backgrounds, tastes, and experiences and are proud of our culture where people from all walks of life can grow and thrive. What makes you unique makes us exceptional.

While our job adverts outline the ideal qualities, skills, and prior experience for the role, we believe in the potential for growth and value individual strengths. If you do not meet every desired criteria but feel you have the skills and experience to thrive in this role as well as a genuine interest in working for Harrods and you can demonstrate an alignment with our values, we would encourage you to apply.

If you want to know more about our people and our culture, search #TogetherHarrods on LinkedIn, Facebook or follow us on Instagram @togetherharrods