Financial Accountant

Farrow and Ball – Financial Accountant, Wimborne (37.5 hours per week)

We are currently looking for an enthusiastic individual to join our Finance team in Wimborne as a Finance Accountant. We are offering this position on a full-time basis although flexible hours will be considered.

Farrow & Ball are a luxury British lifestyle brand that prides itself in creating richly pigmented paint and handcrafted wallpaper, using print methods dating back 300 years and the finest quality ingredients.

The unique Farrow & Ball look transforms modern and traditional homes, large and small, inside and out. Established in Dorset in 1946, we have grown over the last 75 years and now proudly have 60 showrooms worldwide with a global network of stockists.

The key to our success is the people behind the paint: from the team handcrafting each tin to showroom staff to support functions, our shared passion ensures customers have a positive, engaging experience at every stage of their journey with us.

As a Financial Accountant this role will be responsible for external reviews across our European business, financial audits and supporting the finance manager with continuous process improvements. The ideal candidate should have a strong financial background and ACA/ACCA qualifications.

What we expect from you as a Finance Accountant.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the preparation and management of the external review for the EU branch offices in France, Germany, and Ireland
• Oversee the group internal controls process and lead continuous improvement initiatives with our parent company Hempel
• Support the Finance Manager with the UK and group audits, with precision and insight
• Contribute to global corporate tax reviews and financial statement preparation (Canada & USA)
• Handle currency revaluations and corporate tax transactions in the ERP system
• Lead the process for IFRS 16 lease accounting and CAPEX impairment reviews
• Review monthly consolidated Management Accounts and provide insightful commentary
• Own specific head office costs in the P&L, ensuring accuracy in month-end accruals and forecasting

Key Attributes:

• ACA/ACCA qualification with two years post qualified experience
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and FRS102
• Proven experience in audit, ideally within global manufacturing or retail sectors
• Strong understanding of consolidated financial statements across multiple countries and currency rates
• Proven ability to collaborate across functions and maintain strong, effective communication with other departments
• Excellent analytical, project coordination, and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in ERP systems and a deep understanding of financial compliance and controls
• Self-starter with demonstrable experience in process improvements

What you can expect from us

• 25 days’ annual leave (increasing with length of service) plus bank holidays
• Annual salary reviews, based on individual performance
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
• Generous staff discount on F&B products
• Access to our retail discounts platform
• Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 support
• Health Cash Plan
• Company Sick Pay
• Group Pension Scheme, matched by F&B
• Life Assurance
• Refer a Friend scheme
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Season Ticket Loans for travel

At Farrow & Ball, diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) is an integral part of who we are and how we do business. We believe diversity is the key to creativity. So, we’re committed to creating an environment where differences are valued, people are treated fairly and everyone is free to truly be themselves.

We welcome applications from everyone who wants to work with us, and particularly encourage people from diverse backgrounds to get in touch. We’re more than happy to offer reasonable adjustments or additional support during your application process, so simply let us know how we can help.