We are seeking a Finance Analyst to join our operations team based at our head office in Watford.
The purpose of the role will be to deliver financial analysis, reporting and ad-hoc financial support this role will also help develop and deliver an efficient month end process.
The ideal candidate will be part qualified in CIMA/ACCA and looking to complete their professional studies.
Key Responsibilities:
- Management accounting for Stores and Operations (including Development Property costs, Salary costs, Store Variable costs),accountable for the month-end processes including accruals & prepayments, generation of P&Ls, variance analysis and commentary.
- Full ownership of balance sheet reconciliations including the analysis of risks and opportunities and monthly review with the Head of Operations Finance.
- Supporting the Store Business Partnering teams by responding to P&L queries in a timely manner.
- Risk and opportunities tracking for store costs. Proactively looking forward to identifying and managing financial risks and opportunities.
- Reporting - ensuring accuracy of reports and to provide data to the Operations and Property team
- Full ownership of assigned areas of the store P&L, acting as a trusted business partner to guide and support in informed financial decision-making.
- Cross functional working eg with VAT & FA teams to assist with any queries or analysis, to help the smooth, efficient working of the Finance function.
What we are looking for:
- Part qualified in CIMA/ACCA, looking to complete their professional studies.
- Keen to work in a fast-paced retail environment.
- Some experience of business partnering.
- Strong excel skills.
- Strong analytical skills.
- Ability to draw conclusions and insight from data analysis.
- Some understanding of analysis tools.
- Good time management and ability to communicate at all levels.
- Well organised with the ability to prioritise work.
- Hard working and proactive.
- Enthusiastic and inquisitive.
- Excellent Communication Skills.
- Capable of providing drive and bringing passion to the role.
What can we offer you:
You’ll be supported with fantastic learning and development and have the opportunity to grow and develop your career with us.
We’ll also equip you with a benefits package that includes:
- Competitive bonus (2027 period)
- Contributory pension scheme
- Colleague discount
- Discount platform including savings and cash back at numerous retailers, savings on gym membership, cycle to work scheme.
Our widely recognised wellbeing strategy is something we’re proud of at Wickes. As part of this, we offer a range of health and wellbeing benefits and support, including an Employee Assistance Programme, financial education & loans, and access to parental, menopause and fertility support.
We recognise the value of bringing our teams together to collaborate, support each other and build on our amazing culture. We are also encouraging our teams to work flexibly, with a blend of remote / office working.
About Us:
Wickes is a multi-channel retailer operating in the home improvement market. With 40 years in industry, Wickes now generates revenue in excess of £1.3Bn across 230 stores delivered by 8,000+ colleagues.
But it is the Wickes’ culture that we are really proud of as it’s a collaborative, down to earth, fun and inclusive environment where people feel part of a winning team. All our colleagues come from different backgrounds, but what we all have in common is a determination to succeed and a passion for being the best we can be. If that sounds like you, we’ll make you feel right at home.
Please contact us here if you require any adjustments within the application process. If you require any reasonable adjustments at the interview stage you will have an opportunity to inform us when we invite you to interview. Please note, this link is only for reasonable adjustments required - general enquiries, or direct CV applications cannot be accepted via this form.
