Finance Stock Controller

Radley have been proud architects of luxurious British handbags and accessories for over 25 years. Known for our leather expertise and enduring quality, we expertly blend iconic design and exquisite craftsmanship with exceptional value. Our London HQ is home to our in-house Design team, who are inspired by the natural world, luxurious fine leathers and the remarkable women who wear our bags. Each design is then responsibly made by our family-run manufacturing partners, in the expert hands of three generations of artisan craftspeople. The Financial Stock Controller is part of our London based Finance Team, reporting into our Group Accounting Manager and is responsible for overseeing the financial (accounts) aspects of stock management within the business. This role is suited to applicants that have an accountancy background/qualification as it focuses on accurate stock valuation, maintenance of stock accuracy across all systems, and ensuring the integrity of stock-related financial data. The successful candidate will work closely with the group accounting, merchandising, product development, logistics and retail operations teams to provide financial oversight and support. Key Responsibilities Stock Valuation: Ensure accurate and timely valuation of stock across all business channels. Perform regular reconciliations of stock valuations in financial systems. Analyse variances and discrepancies in stock valuation and propose corrective actions. Stock Accuracy and Integrity: Maintain the integrity of stock data within the financial and inventory systems. Collaborate with the merchandising team and the logistics team to ensure alignment of financial records with physical stock. Conduct periodic stocktakes across all channels to ensure accuracy System Processes and Controls: Implement and monitor robust financial controls related to stock management. Oversee stock-related transactions within the financial systems, ensuring accuracy and compliance. Provide recommendations for system improvements to enhance stock data accuracy and financial reporting. Financial Reporting: Prepare and present stock-related financial reports, including valuation summaries and variance analyses. Assist in month-end and year-end financial closing processes related to stock. Provide clear and effective support to both internal and external customers, addressing their needs and responding promptly. Ad-hoc duties: you will at times be required to carry out duties not listed above; whether that is to support another colleague, take on additional responsibilities or to get involved in project work. Skills & Experience Qualified or part-qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent). Experience in a similar financial stock control role within the retail or wholesale sector. Strong knowledge of stock valuation methods and financial controls. Proficiency in financial and inventory management systems (e.g., Dynamics BC, SAP, NetSuite). Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail. Strong communication and collaboration abilities. Advanced Excel skills. Benefits & Perks Enhanced annual leave (incl. holiday buy) Sickness Pay Life Assurance Cover Virtual GP Healthcare Cash Plan of up to c.£900 per year Employee Assistant Programme Wellbeing App (Thrive) Company Bonus Product Discount (up to 60%) Time in Service Rewards Sample Sales Special Occasion Gifts Cycle to Work Scheme Electric Vehicle Scheme Season Ticket Loan Bonus Scheme At Radley, we strive to create, promote and live an inclusive culture. Were committed to social equity and actively work to make impactful changes across our business to become diverse and celebrate one anothers differences. We encourage a supportive and open environment for anyone that steps through our doors at our Service Centres, Distribution Centre and Stores. We know that diversity in a business only makes it stronger, so our People team are clear on how to conduct an inclusive recruitment campaign. Our job posts always go through a gender-bias decoder before going live, we will always consider alternative inclusive job boards, and we will remain open to considering flexible working options. We wont ask for specific qualifications unless its absolutely critical to the success of the role and we already actively participate in external schemes to bring in future talent from diverse backgrounds. We are Proudtobe Radley. __________________________________________________________________ Were proud to offer a competitive and ahead-of-the-curve remuneration and benefits package, some of which we share here. If you are shortlisted as having the skills required for this role then well openly share our salary banding with you ahead of moving forward to the next stage. For some time, we have actively stopped asking candidates their salary expectations at interview where it isnt necessary to do so, we want to pay an individual for the job based on their experience and ability and not limit some groups who may undervaluing themselves.

Location: West London, South East, GB

Posted Date: 8/5/2025