Store Manager

Store Manager

by | Jun 3, 2025

We’re looking for an experienced Store Manager who can lead from the front-bringing energy, focus, and commercial awareness to a fast-paced environment. In this role, you’ll take full ownership of store performance, from team development and operational excellence to customer engagement and compliance.

This is a hands-on leadership position, ideal for someone who takes pride in running a tight, efficient operation and understands that success comes from building strong teams and consistently exceeding expectations on the shop floor.

You’ll be working with a trusted and respected retail business that values initiative, rewards high performance, and is committed to providing a positive, long-term career path for its managers.

Responsibilities:

  • Set and maintain high standards for overall store performance, visual presentation, and merchandising to ensure a consistent and engaging customer experience
  • Ensure every customer interaction is delivered to an exceptional standard, reinforcing a strong culture of service throughout the team
  • Champion compliance with all internal policies, operational procedures, and health and safety regulations, including full adherence to HACCP requirements
  • Lead, support, and develop your team by providing ongoing training, regular feedback, and setting clear expectations for performance and conduct
  • Monitor and analyse sales data on a regular basis to identify trends, highlight opportunities, and implement improvements where needed
  • Assign roles and responsibilities based on individual team members’ strengths and experience, supporting efficient daily operations
  • Manage stock levels, oversee inventory processes, and take full ownership of store budgets, cost control, and profit and loss accountability
  • Drive store targets through strategic workforce planning, proactive resource allocation, and performance-based management
  • Foster a collaborative, team-oriented environment by placing collective success and shared goals above individual interests

Skills and Experience:

  • A minimum of 5 years’ experience managing teams of 10 or more in a retail environment
  • Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop high-performing teams
  • Strong commercial understanding with a track record in analysing sales and improving store performance
  • Experienced in rota planning and long-term resource management
  • Clear ability to deliver exceptional customer service across the entire team
  • Confident in making independent decisions in a fast-paced, customer-driven environment
  • Familiarity with Planograms, including interpretation and implementation
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Part-Qualified Accountant

Part-Qualified Accountant

by | May 23, 2025

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented part-qualified accountant to become an integral part of a dynamic finance team. This role offers a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience across a wide range of financial functions while continuing to progress toward full qualification.

The Part-Qualified Accountant will be managing day-to-day financial activities, maintaining accurate and timely records, and supporting a portfolio of clients with their accounting needs. You will play a key role in ensuring smooth financial operations and compliance, while also contributing to the business’s long-term goals and ongoing growth.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is eager to build on existing experience within a supportive, professional environment that values initiative, teamwork, and development.

Responsibilities:

  • Prepare accurate and timely year-end financial statements and reports for senior review

  • Reconcile key accounts, including VAT, payroll, leases, hire purchases, and fixed assets registers

  • Record and maintain financial transactions in accounting software with precision and consistency

  • Assist in the preparation of monthly and quarterly management accounts and performance reports

  • Ensure all financial documentation meets compliance standards and internal deadlines

  • Support the year-end closing process, including reconciliations and final journal entries

  • Assist in preparing and reviewing Corporation Tax returns in line with current legislation

  • Communicate professionally and effectively with clients via phone and email regarding queries and updates

  • Collaborate with managers and senior accountants on ad hoc financial projects and reporting tasks

  • Contribute ideas for improving systems, workflows, and client service delivery

Requirements:

  • Part-qualified accountant working towards ACA or ACCA designation

  • Minimum of two years’ experience working in a professional accounting practice

  • Solid understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting, and regulatory requirements

  • Strong attention to detail and a structured approach to problem-solving

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a professional, client-focused approach

  • Highly organized, with the ability to manage competing deadlines and priorities efficiently

  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and other Office applications; experience with accounting software is advantageous

  • Able to work independently, use initiative, and demonstrate a proactive attitude to learning and responsibility

Benefits:

  • Performance-based bonus structure to reward achievement

  • Full support provided for professional qualification progression

  • Company pension scheme to support long-term financial planning

  • Ongoing training and professional development opportunities

Senior Accountant

Senior Accountant

by | May 23, 2025

We are seeking a qualified Senior Accountant to manage a portfolio of clients and oversee the review of financial accounts and tax computations for sole traders, companies, and partnerships. This role provides the opportunity for early client interaction and offers significant career development prospects.

The Senior Accountant will work closely with a diverse team, playing a key role in supporting the growth of the practice and enhancing client relationships.

Responsibilities:

  • Review and prepare financial accounts and tax computations, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulations.
  • Manage a varied portfolio of clients across multiple industries, offering tailored financial advice and support.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, acting as their primary point of contact for all financial matters.
  • Collaborate with colleagues to improve client services and drive business growth.
  • Assist in the implementation of financial strategies that help clients achieve their business objectives.
  • Stay updated on changes in financial regulations and industry standards to provide informed advice.

Experience & Skills:

  • CPA/ACCA/ACA qualification with a minimum of 3 years’ experience in Public Practice.
  • Strong technical knowledge in accounting, with excellent attention to detail.
  • Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, with a focus on delivering high-quality client service.
  • Exceptional organizational abilities, capable of managing multiple tasks and meeting strict deadlines.
  • Commercial awareness with the ability to offer practical, client-focused solutions.
  • Willingness to learn, adapt, and grow professionally within the role.

Assistant Manager

Assistant Manager

by | May 21, 2025

We are searching for an Assistant Manager to play a crucial role in delivering exceptional customer service and ensuring the smooth daily operations of the shop. In this role, you will take the lead in managing a dedicated and hardworking team, focusing on operational excellence while supporting the Store Manager in all aspects of store performance.

This position places a strong emphasis on providing the highest level of service to every customer while promoting a positive and inclusive working environment where everyone feels welcome and valued.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead, inspire, and motivate your team to consistently deliver outstanding customer service and maintain high operational standards across all areas of the shop.

  • Represent the values and ethos of the company, acting as a role model for your team and actively promoting a culture that reflects the brand’s identity and mission.

  • Take ownership of the shop’s day-to-day operations, managing workflows, assigning tasks, and ensuring procedures are followed efficiently from opening to closing.

  • Assist in the implementation of business strategies by managing stock levels, overseeing budgets, and analyzing profit and loss performance to help meet business targets.

  • Ensure full compliance with all health and safety regulations, including HACCP protocols, as well as adherence to relevant legal and company policies.

  • Monitor and assess both individual and team performance, offering regular feedback, coaching, and training to encourage growth and maintain high service standards.

  • Plan and coordinate staff rosters, ensuring adequate shift coverage and optimizing team scheduling for operational efficiency.

  • Maintain strong and open communication with team members and senior management, fostering a supportive and collaborative workplace atmosphere.

Skills and Qualifications:

  • A minimum of 5 years’ experience in a supervisory or management role, leading teams of 10 or more people in a retail or customer-facing environment.

  • Proven leadership skills with the confidence to guide and inspire others to consistently perform at their best.

  • Strong commercial awareness, with a successful background in driving performance and operational improvements within a shop setting.

  • Experience in staff rota planning, task delegation, and general team management to support the flow of daily operations.

  • Exceptional team-building abilities and a commitment to delivering a superior customer experience through teamwork and individual excellence.

  • Capable of making sound, independent decisions in a fast-paced environment while remaining calm under pressure.

  • Familiarity with reading, understanding, and creating planograms to support merchandising and stock placement.

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and collaborate effectively with colleagues at all levels.