Bamford Collection
Management Accountant
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THE BAMFORD COLLECTION IS A GROUP OF CONSCIOUSLY MINDED LIFESTYLE BRANDS COMMITTED TO NOURISHING AND NURTURING PEOPLE AND PLANET.
Management Accountant
ABOUT US
THE BAMFORD COLLECTION IS A GROUP OF CONSCIOUSLY MINDED LIFESTYLE BRANDS COMMITTED TO NOURISHING AND NURTURING PEOPLE AND PLANET.
What drives and inspires us is the belief that we have a responsibility not just to protect the world around us but to have a positive impact on it too.
The group encompasses an organic farm and retailer; a considered clothing label; botanical skincare, bath and body collections; wellness destinations around the world; and hospitality experiences that foster a sense of community and celebrate the healing power of escapism.
We champion a slow and sustainable way of living, encouraging our customers to make choices that are greener for the planet as well as kinder to their bodies and minds.
We are more than a group of businesses striving to make a difference. We are a way of life.
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Bamford Collection is seeking a talented and detail-driven Management Accountant to play a key role in supporting the continued growth of our sustainable luxury brands, Daylesford Organic, Bamford and Daylesford Stays.
This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive finance professional to take full ownership of the monthly management accounts process including P&L, balance sheets, and cashflow while ensuring accuracy, integrity, and compliance across all reporting.
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In this role, you’ll partner closely with senior management, providing valuable insights to help shape strategic decisions and drive profitability across our diverse portfolio of businesses. You’ll bring a hands-on approach to maintaining strong financial controls, improving processes, and supporting the delivery of our wider business goals.
40 hours a week and based in Kingham, Oxfordshire.
Salary £45,000 per annum
RESPONSIBILITIES
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Financial Reporting & Analysis
- Prepare monthly management accounts for Group entities
- Conduct variance analysis and provide commentary on financial performance.
- Partner with AP & AR teams to verify accuracy of financial reports
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Budgeting & Forecasting
- Assist with annual budget preparation and periodic re-forecasting.
- Monitor actual vs. budget performance and highlight risks or opportunities.
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Business Partnering
- Work closely with non-finance teams to provide financial insights and improve cost control.
- Present financial data to senior stakeholders in a clear, actionable manner.
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Cost Control & Process Improvement
- Conduct profitability and cost analysis to identify savings opportunities.
- Support automation and efficiency improvements within the Finance function.
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Compliance & Audit
- Ensure adherence to accounting standards and relevant regulatory requirements.
- Support external audit and provide necessary documentation.
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SKILLS YOU WILL BRING
- Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent) with a strong academic record
- Experience in “owning” the monthly management accounts process and ensuring accounting ledgers are maintained and ready for external audit
- Experience delivering budgets/forecasts and the process of achieving stakeholder buy-in
- Great communication skills; able to get clear, simple & impactful messages across to non-financial users
- Strong relationship builder; able to provide challenge & support in equal measure
- Experience in a similar retail /wholesale/e-commerce business
- Self-confident & tenacious; strong influencing skill
- Proactive and positive, able to remove barriers to get the job done
- Detail-oriented but can see the bigger picture
PERKS AND BENEFITS
- Discounts: We offer a range of discounts on our products, treatments, and dining experiences from day one.
- Volunteering Days: Employees are offered one paid day per year to volunteer with a charity of their choice.
- Private Medical: We offer subsidised private medical insurance through Bupa.
- Pension Scheme: Pay up to 9% of your salary into your pension each month; we contribute up to 4.5%.
- Life Assurance: We offer life assurance cover, equivalent of up to a year of your annual salary.
- Mental Health Support: Our Employee Assistance Programme provides 24-hour support, seven days a week.
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