Finance Manager | High-Growth Premium Fashion Brand | Manchester

Finance Manager | High-Growth Premium Fashion Brand | Manchester

Harmonic are delighted to be working with a Manchester based independent, high-growth premium fashion brand in their search for a Finance Manager to join their leadership team in an exciting period for the business.

The Business

Our client is one of the UK's fastest-growing contemporary fashion brands, recognised for its premium aesthetic, loyal global customer base and strong digital-first presence. Having established an impressive position within the D2C market, the business continues to expand internationally whilst investing across ecommerce, wholesale and omnichannel growth.

As the business enters its next phase of expansion, they are seeking a commercially minded Finance Manager to partner closely with the Founder and Senior Leadership Team. This newly created role is a highly visible position offering the opportunity to influence strategic decision-making and help shape the future growth of a globally recognised brand.

The Role

Reporting directly to the Founder and Directors, this is a broad and commercially focused Finance Manager position, sitting at the heart of the business. You will provide financial leadership, commercial insight and operational support across multiple functions, partnering with teams including Merchandising, Buying, Supply Chain, Marketing, Ecommerce and Wholesale.

This role is ideally suited to an ambitious finance professional who enjoys operating within a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment and is excited by the opportunity to help scale a high-growth consumer brand.

Duties

• Partner with the Founder, Directors and Senior Leadership Team to support the delivery of the company's ambitious growth strategy.
• Lead the annual budgeting process, quarterly forecasting and long-term financial planning.
• Develop financial models to assess new product launches, international expansion opportunities and strategic investment decisions.
• Deliver commercial insight and analysis to improve profitability, operational performance and decision-making.
• Own cashflow forecasting and working capital management, ensuring the business maintains strong financial health whilst supporting continued growth.
• Prepare monthly management accounts, Board reporting packs and financial performance analysis.
• Oversee month-end and year-end reporting processes, ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance.
• Maintain robust financial controls and continuously improve finance systems, processes and reporting capabilities.
• Manage relationships with external accountants, auditors, tax advisors and banking partners.

What we need to see (essential)

• ACA, ACCA or CIMA Qualified (or qualified by experience).
• Previous experience within a fashion, retail, ecommerce or consumer products business.
• Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence senior leadership.

What we'd like to see (bonus)

• Experience within a high-growth, founder-led business.
• Knowledge of Shopify, Xero or similar systems.

Salary

• £55,000 - £60,000 + Benefits

Location

Manchester (Hybrid)

If you are interested – to be considered for the role please forward your CV to matt.horsfall@harmonicfinance.com or ring 0203 773 3530.

At Harmonic, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace. We actively welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and assure you that every candidate will be thoughtfully considered for the roles we represent, without regard to race, religion, gender expression, disability, or sexual orientation.