* A well established FTSE listed North West retailer
* A broad role, with the opportunity to get involved in multiple projects
About Our Client
My client is a well established FTSE listed Retailer in the North West who are in the process of building a 'best in class' Finance team. With a number of interesting transformational projects happening across the Group, this is a fantastic time to join the business.
Job Description
* The initial focus of the role will be on a number of key projects being rolled out, including supporting the new fixed asset management system as well as supporting with the implementation of the local IFRS16 workings.
* Assist with the journal approval process, this will involve reviewing and reconciling the teams monthly/weekly workings to ensure the accounts are as accurate as possible and compliant with Group standards.
* Assist with the preparation of the divisions monthly management accounts.
* Responsible for timely and accurate submission to the Group team.
* Help manage the balance sheet review process, supporting the divisional accounts team to follow up on queries and assess accuracy of accruals/prepayments and challenging assumptions with relevant stakeholders.
* Complete detailed variance analysis, with supporting commentary and evidence for any adverse/favourable variances to budget and last year.
* Aid with the production of the monthly reporting pack for the division and preparation of any additional management information required.
* Responsible for producing monthly, half-year and year-end Group reporting packs.
* Review monthly balance sheet reconciliations, identifying risks and opportunities and communicating these to the Financial Controller.
* Responsible for analysing key cost areas and provide challenge to the operational teams.
* Host regular meetings with key operational heads to gain an understanding of expected costs, highlight issues as they arise and challenge costs where necessary.
* Provide support with the preparation of annual budgets and monthly reforecasts.
* Ad hoc project work as required.
The Successful Applicant
* Qualified CIMA/ ACA/ ACCA accountant.
* Experience of management accounting essential.
* Experience with working alongside and influencing senior stakeholders; both financial and non-financial.
* Experience of managing projects preferable.
* Strong analytical skills required to identify and remediate risks.
* Ability to investigate, understand and explain variances and overall business performance.
* Strong communication skills both written and verbal required.
* Ability to prioritise workloads to meet tight deadlines.
* Ability to work under your own initiative.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office - Excel, Word and Powerpoint.
* Attention to detail and accuracy.
* Experience of Oracle Financials and TM1 useful (though training will be provided).
* A positive, flexible, enthusiastic, and driven attitude.
What's on Offer
A competitive salary, as well as a healthy suite of benefits.
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