Group Finance Manager (12M FTC)

Location: Icon 1, WA15 0AF

About Finance at THG

Finance at THG is a rapidly growing and evolving team, covering all areas of finance from central functions such as accounts receivable and payable, treasury, tax and internal audit, to specific commercial teams for each of our divisions; Beauty, Tech, Consumer, Health and Brands. As the business expands and takes on new challenges in the form of acquired businesses or new ventures, finance is there to support every step of the way, leading to dynamic and challenging roles – no two days are the same! Common characteristics among our team are the ability to drive change, adaptability and resourcefulness, to ensure we can keep pace with the business, without compromising on financial control or sales performance.

About the Role

Step into a pivotal role at the heart of THG, a global, publicly-listed powerhouse with two market leading retail businesses within beauty and sports nutrition. We are seeking a dynamic and ambitious Group Finance Manager to join our central finance team. This isn't just a compliance role; it's a chance to influence a diverse, global business. You will have unparalleled visibility across all our divisions, partnering with commercial leaders and senior stakeholders, including the Group Finance Director and CFO.

This is a fantastic opportunity, particularly for a talented individual moving from Practice to Industry for the first time. You'll be empowered to expand your skills and build a robust career path, with clear opportunities for progression into wider commercial finance or FP&A roles across the Group.

As Group Finance Manager, you will be a key leader in our financial reporting team. Your role is critical in upholding our financial integrity as we continue to scale globally.

As a Group Finance Manager you will:

• Spearhead our Group-wide compliance strategy across the UK and internationally, managing a talented team to deliver flawless execution.
• Take ownership of delivering high-quality, statutory financial statements compliant with IFRS and local GAAP.
• Orchestrate multiple high-stakes projects, from audits to ad-hoc initiatives, working with external advisors and internal teams to ensure deadlines are met.
• Be a trailblazer in finance transformation. You will champion the use of automation and AI to redefine our reporting processes, driving efficiency and insight.
• Continuously challenge the status quo. You'll be empowered to identify, design, and implement improvements to strengthen our financial control framework.
• Lead and develop junior members of the finance team, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
• Build a strong, influential network across the business, acting as a key point of contact for our divisional, legal, tax, and FP&A teams.

What skills and experience do I need for this role?

• You are an ACA or ACCA qualified accountant with a strong technical foundation in IFRS and financial reporting. We are open to candidates directly from practice or those with 2+ years of post-qualification industry experience.
• You have a proven ability to manage projects and people, with exceptional organisational skills and a track record of meeting tight deadlines.
• You are a natural relationship builder, able to communicate complex financial information clearly and effectively to a wide range of senior stakeholders.
• You are passionate about technology and innovation and have experience (or a strong desire to gain experience) in using technology to transform financial processes.
• You possess a keen eye for detail and a commitment to producing high-quality, accurate work.

What's in it for me?

Career Development

• Access bespoke development programmes that have been designed and developed by our in-house L&D team.
• Continued development through our upskilling programme that is delivered in partnership with an industry-leading training provider.

Enhanced Leave

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Don’t want to work on your birthday? We don’t either! Enjoy your day off on us!
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay, depending on length of service.
• Up to 10 days compassionate leave.
• Buy back up to 3 days each year.
• Unlock 2 days volunteer leave after 12-months.

Wellbeing Support

• Access face-to-face and virtual appointments with our in-house GP.
• Access our in-house CBT therapist.
• Access our 247 Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) which is provided by Bupa.
• State-of-the-art on-site gym.
• Access to our on-site physio.

Other Perks

• Save up to 12% on the cost of personal tech through our salary sacrifice scheme.
• Subsidised bus pass from Manchester City Centre to our ICON office.
• Up to 50% staff discount on THG brands.
• On-site staff shop.
• Access to on-site barber.
• Know someone who would be perfect for THG? Refer them and get up to £1000 when they pass their probation.
• Anniversary gifts when you hit 5 and 10 years of service.