Job description
Job Title: UK Finance Manager – fluency in Mandarin required

E-commerce Retail Business
Rapidly growing E-commerce business with sales in excess of £200m per annum and currently operate warehouse sites across the UK.

Job Summary
This position offers ample opportunities for career growth and development.

Responsibilities

Financial Reporting and Control
• Oversee the day-to-day UK accounting functions including accounts payable, accounts receivable and general ledger.
• Liaise with finance staff in China on a daily basis.
• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting. Provide analysis / explanations to senior management of financial data to help identify trends, variances and opportunities for improvement.
• Maintain and reconcile trial balance, review balance sheet and P&L statement.
• Preparation, review and submission of VAT returns.
• Monthly site visits to check stock, plus support for year-end external audit count. Review of variances, stock amendments and postings.

Compliance Controls
• Ensure compliance with HMRC.
• Develop and implement internal controls to safeguard company assets.
• Prepare draft annual financial statements pre audit.
• Coordinate with external auditors and manage audit processes.
• Work with external consultants to perform corporation tax calculations and reporting.
• Comply with all financial regulations.

Cash Flow Management

Skills and Qualifications
• Recently qualified accountant - CIMA, ACCA, or ACA
• Strong Analytical skills
• Month end closing experience
• Detail conscious and strong communication skills
• Excel skills

Language:
Fluent Mandarin and English (required)

Job Type: Full-time office based

Benefits:
• 25 Days Holiday
• Private medical insurance
• Staff discount scheme
• On-site parking