Finance Assistant

About Us

Aspiga is a certified B Corporation and winner of the Drapers Sustainable Independent
Brand Award, leading the way in sustainable and ethical fashion.

Established in 2006, Aspiga is a responsible fashion brand committed to putting people and the planet first. We work with skilled artisans and suppliers, primarily in Kenya and India, to create stylish and contemporary collections using natural, organic, and sustainable materials.

As a multi-channel retailer, Aspiga operates a thriving e-commerce platform, wholesale
partnerships, and retail stores in the UK. We take pride in our values and commitment to
sustainability, ensuring every part of our supply chain reflects our brand ethos.

The Role

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Finance Assistant to play a pivotal role in
managing Payables, Treasury and Balance sheet areas of the business.

The ideal candidate will have strong financial acumen, analytical skills, and to optimise
inventory, ensure accurate financial reconciliation, and support operational efficiency.

This role is essential to ensuring that Aspiga’s stock control, reporting, and payments
processes run smoothly across multiple business channels (retail, e-commerce, wholesale,
concessions). The role requires a detail-oriented professional who can balance financial
control with operational execution, working collaboratively with key stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities
1. Supplier Management & Reconciliation

• Oversee and maintain the Stock & Non-Stock Accounts Payable ledger, ensuring invoices are posted and accounted accurately and supplier reconciliations are done
  regularly.
• Process and manage all invoices across multiple currencies, reconciling payments
  and foreign currency bank accounts.
• Manage 2 Email inboxes, clear communication to all suppliers and staff.
• Ensure proforma and deposits for orders are correctly recorded, deducted and
  reconciled. Follow up for any fabric deposits or any other advances are cleared and
  allocated promptly.
• Prepare, post and allocate payment runs for all suppliers and staff expenses.

2. Financial & Month-end Reporting Responsibilities

• Update and own the cash flow planning, particularly for stock and currency payments with regular catchups with Head of Department. Provide forward payments forecasts.
• Conduct monthly balance sheet reconciliations owing various balance sheet GL lines
  (like Fixed Asset Register, all bank and credit card, Debtors ledger, Sales
  reconciliations, Accruals, prepayments etc) explaining variances clearly and
  proposing & initiating actions.
• Adhere and perform all month end tasks within agreed deadlines.
• Assist the HOD with annual budgets and forecasting of agreed cost centres.
• Assist with Quarterly VAT returns preparation and filing.
• Update, analyse, review and issue all month end schedules and Store Profit and
  Loss.

3. Operations & Supply Chain Support

• Work closely with the Buying, Design, and Operations teams to provide insights and
  drive cost-saving initiatives and highlight any issues with relevant suppliers.
• Adhoc support to Customer services when required.
• Provide holiday cover in Finance/Operations department, ensuring continuity in
  decision-making.

About You (Skills & Experience)

We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented professional with strong financial and
stock operations expertise.

Essential Skills & Experience:

• 1–3 years of experience in a similar stock/operations role within retail, fashion, or
  supply chain.
• Strong analytical and financial reconciliation skills to manage stock control effectively.
• Experience in fast-paced, high-growth environments, ideally within a small to
  medium-sized business.
• Knowledge of multi-currency transactions and reconciliations.
• Experience with stock management software (Brightpearl experience desirable but
  not essential).
• Ability to work independently and proactively, demonstrating strong problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills – able to partner with
  finance, buying, and operations teams.
• Preferred educational background in finance, accounting, stock operations, or
  business management.

Why Join Aspiga?

• Be part of a mission-driven, sustainable fashion brand making a positive impact.
  
• Work in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment where your contributions make a
  real difference.
  
• Collaborate with a creative, passionate team focused on ethical practices and
  innovation.
  
• Enjoy a role that offers variety, challenge, and opportunity for professional growth.

ASPIGA: Pay and Package

• Salary is competitively benchmarked and will depend on experience
• 30 days holiday inclusive of Bank Holidays
• For each year you’re with us, you have an extra day’s holiday (up to 3 additional
  days)
• Contributory pension scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Supporting our communities – Beach cleans and volunteer days
• Discounts on Aspiga products for you to enjoy

Please email hr@aspiga.com with your CV if you are interested in applying