Overview
This is exciting and rare opportunity for a qualified accountant to join the Screwfix Ops Finance Team! This is a newly created role so the incoming person will have the chance to make it their own. We are a successful growing business and are still opening new stores and with growth comes opportunity to improve what we do as well as support the continued growth of Screwfix. Reporting to the Financial Controller, this role would suit someone looking for their first or second move out of practice or someone looking to continue their career in industry have qualified in recent years. There is no line management responsibility for this role, instead the right person will be an excellent investigator, collaborator and communicator who will be tasked with delivering a series of accounting and finance projects. In delivering this workstream you will be supporting the teams in Ops Finance mitigate risks and maximise opportunities for the business and improving the financial control environment along the way.
Responsibilities
* Lead investigations to determine 'root cause' of issues, collaborating with teams within Finance and beyond to generate solutions and process improvements to mitigate risks and realise opportunities.
* Support the finance teams with technical knowledge and expertise to further strengthen the financial control environment.
* Prepare and review monthly management accounts, highlighting risks/challenges or areas requiring review and or attention/action.
* Prepare and review statutory accounts and annual reports, collaborating with others to ensure all information is present and accurately reported.
* Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring the integrity of reported assets and liabilities, seeking ways of mitigating risks and identifying opportunities.
* Ensure all Group submissions are completed accurately and on time with appropriate supporting information and commentary.
* Ensure accurate and timely posting of journals to the Finance system.
* Support internal and external audits as required.
* Support business transformation activities as required.
* Ensure all standard operating procedures are complete and updated annually.
* Ensure compliance with the Group Financial Reporting Manual and Screwfix internal controls.
* Where appropriate, escalate risks/issues to Financial Controller for review, mitigation and discussion.
* Identify process improvement opportunities which support continuous improvement as part of Screwfix Smart Working.
* Support senior leadership with ad-hoc projects as required.
Qualifications
* Qualified Accountant.
* Experience in the retail industry and/or in a centralised head office or Shared Services structure.
* Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively across the business and with third parties.
* Intermediate Excel skills as a minimum.
* Financial acumen - ability to analyse and interrogate high volumes of data to guide commercial decisions.
* Knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics or Coda would be advantageous.
* Ability to develop solutions to problems and identify process improvement opportunities.
What's in it for You?
We've built a workplace that works for you. Here's how we support your success:
* Flexible Working: Enjoy a hybrid model - spend three days a week in our welcoming Head Office with flexible hours to fit your life.
* Belonging & Inclusivity: Join a team that values diversity, equity, and inclusion, where leaders listen and colleagues have your back.
* Career Progression & Learning: Access award-winning apprenticeships, development programs, and the tools to 'Make More of Yourself.'
* Health & Wellbeing: Enjoy subsidised meals, gym discounts, and counselling services through the Retail Trust.
* Family-First Policies: Inclusive parental leave, enhanced pay, and resources to support your family moments.
* Financial Perks: Benefit from a market-leading pension scheme, bonuses up to 20%, and exclusive discounts at Screwfix, B&Q, and more.
* Convenience: Free parking, a relaxed Head Office environment, and flexibility to work at your best.
* Sustainability That Matters: Join a company committed to protecting the planet through bold initiatives in carbon reduction and sustainable practices.
What Does it Take to Succeed at Screwfix?
We move fast, adapt quickly, and deliver big. If you're proactive, collaborative, and love a challenge, you'll thrive here. At Screwfix, the more you put in, the more you get out.
We believe in equity for all. Please let us know at careers@screwfix.com if you need any additional support or adjustments when it comes to your application.
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