Job Description

Management Accountant

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High Wycombe, office-based 2 days per week


Mint Velvet began when founders Liz Houghton and Lisa Agar-Rea set out to create an unfailingly chic collection of contemporary, great quality staples and elevated fits that they felt were missing from their wardrobes. Feeling frustrated that they couldn't find anything they wanted to wear, or the great customer service they craved, they started fusing relaxed comfort with glamorous yet wearable fashion trends. Relaxed Glamour was born.


As collaborative creatives, we take untold pride in our work, designing with heart and soul. We want to be a force for good and are committed to becoming a more circular and responsible business, from the fabrics we choose to our considered processes. We are an agile and growing business, and we work hard to create an environment which allows for growth and progression, balanced with the support and flexibility needed to meet the challenge of a high-performance culture.


Our leadership teams and founders sit amongst the teams and encourage a culture of balance and passion. MV is a very special place, and our values are anchored by three main pillars: people, planet, and community.

Our Values:

With Soul. Courage & Resilience. Passion & Drive. Entrepreneurial Spirit. Collaborative.

You will be responsible for:

Preparing the monthly accounts, including the posting of accruals and pre-payments, making decisions and recommendations as appropriate Preparing and reviewing management accounts pack to include informative, value-adding analysis Completing and presenting monthly balance sheet reconciliations Ensuring the accounts comply with current financial regulations and meet the expectations of the audit process Identifying opportunities to improve processes and take ownership of introducing these improvements Implementing of new controls where applicable Supporting in the budgeting and reforecasting process Fostering relationships with stakeholders and driving change in the business Developing and maintaining financial analysis and reporting as required Continually improving monthly analysis as the business grows, to ensure it remains relevant Supporting the smooth and efficient running of the department by maintaining spreadsheets, data and reporting and assisting across the wider team as required Liaising with auditors and assisting with queries Checking and posting monthly payroll and providing insightful analysis on any variances

About you:

You will be a fully qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with previous management accountant experience You will have an eye for detail, with commitment to precision You are a problem-solver and love seeking solutions to drive financial optimization You are comfortable dissecting and analyzing complex financial data Exceptional verbal and written communication skills Great relationship-building and collaboration skills Retail experience is desirable, but not essential

You'll be rewarded with:

Competitive starting salary and great career prospects in a fast paced and growing business 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays and a day off on your birthday Company-funded private health insurance and access to Smart Health Life assurance Discretionary bonus scheme 50% staff discount Summer hours - 3pm finishes every Friday throughout June, July & August Bespoke induction support and ongoing development to help you thrive in your new role A welcoming and inspiring work-environment - take advantage of Yoga classes, social activities, an early finish on pay day and more


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