Who we are:
We know our people are the heart and driving force behind all our success. That's why we proudly hold the Investors In People Gold Award. At Bazaar Group we know that people are the secret to our success.
Founded in 2005, we began our journey in Northumberland, UK with a simple yet innovative idea: redefining the humble beanbag. In 2022 we now have a distribution center in Hamburg, Germany allowing us to service Europe, bringing us one step closer to achieving our ambitious growth plans.
Now, here's the exciting part – we're not stopping there and that is where you come in.... With big dreams, and even bigger plans, we’re on the lookout for passionate individuals who are ready to contribute to our ambitious growth plans.
To learn more about us, head to https://linktr.ee/iconhomehq
What you’ll be doing:
The Financial Controller is responsible for managing all aspects of the company’s financial accounting, transaction processing, statutory reporting, tax compliance, and treasury management. The role ensures that the finance function operates efficiently, accurately, and in full compliance with regulatory and statutory requirements. This position works closely with the CEO and Finance Business Partner, with primary accountability for the integrity of financial records, robust financial controls, and the timely delivery of statutory and management reporting.
Key responsibilities:
Financial Accounting & Reporting
- Prepare and oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting.
- Ensure accuracy and completeness of the general ledger, including all reconciliations.
- Maintain the integrity of the chart of accounts and accounting systems.
- Lead the statutory accounts preparation process, including liaison with external auditors.
- Ensure compliance with UK GAAP and relevant statutory accounting requirements.
Transaction Processing & Controls
- Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and banking processes.
- Ensure timely and accurate reconciliation of sales and receipts across all marketplace channels and the company’s own website.
- Maintain robust accounting for inventory, manufacturing costs, and cost of sales.
- Design, implement, and monitor financial controls, policies, and procedures.
Treasury & Cash Management
- Manage daily cash flow requirements and forecasting.
- Oversee bank reconciliations and ensure accurate management of payments and receipts.
- Monitor marketplace settlements, foreign currency transactions, and cross border transfers.
- Maintain effective relationships with banks and payment service providers.
Taxation & Compliance
- Manage all aspects of UK and EU VAT compliance, including OSS/IOSS reporting.
- Oversee corporation tax, PAYE, and other statutory filings.
- Liaise with external tax advisors to ensure compliance with international trade and tax requirements.
Team Leadership & Development
- Manage, support, and develop members of the finance operations team.
- Ensure effective workload distribution across transactional finance functions.
- Promote a culture of accuracy, timeliness, and compliance.
- Drive efficiency and automation in financial processes where appropriate.
The above is not an exhaustive list of duties, and you will be expected to perform different tasks as necessary by your changing role within the organisation and the overall business objectives of the organization.
What we are looking for:
Education and Qualifications:
- Fully / Part qualified CIMA
Requirements:
- Qualified accountant or equivalent
- Significant experience in financial accounting, statutory reporting, and tax compliance.
- Strong technical knowledge of UK GAAP (IFRS knowledge desirable).
- Experience in transaction-heavy, multi-channel e-commerce or retail environments.
- Proven ability to manage high-volume reconciliations and complex accounting processes.
- Knowledge of EU VAT and cross-border trade compliance.
- Proficiency with ERP/accounting systems and integrated marketplace platforms.
Special Attributes/Individual Performance Characteristics:
- Strong attention to detail
- Experience in delivering month end to a high standard and to set deadlines
- Inquisitive mind and good problem solver
Perks, Benefits & more:
- 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays + the ability to buy annual leave
- 35% staff discount + frequent staff sales for exclusive discounts
- 2 paid charity days so you can give back to your community
- Hybrid working patterns
- Enhanced parental, family and carers’ leave including fertility support
- Access to Learning & Development, plus professional memberships and training through organisations like ILM and CIMA
- Enjoy numerous staff social events throughout the year
- Enhanced pension scheme and Life Assurance for added peace of mind
- Comprehensive company healthcare cash plan
- Access to a wide range of employee wellbeing initiatives and benefits
We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Bazaar Group values diversity and believes that a variety of perspectives enrich our team and contribute to our continued success.
We proudly offer a guaranteed interview to disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria for the role. If you consider yourself to be disabled, and would like to request any reasonable adjustments to support your application for careers at Bazaar Group, please get in touch at [email protected] or call the HR team on 01670 594137.
We’ll look forward to speaking to you.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Bereavement leave
- Company events
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee discount
- Enhanced maternity leave
- Enhanced paternity leave
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid volunteer time
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Cramlington NE23 1WQ
