FINANCE INSIGHT ANALYST | HIGH WYCOMBE
We’re looking for a fabulous Insight Analyst to join our Finance team in a brand-new role and play a key part in growing and supporting our financial and KPI analysis, reporting, and business insights.
This position is an excellent opportunity for a dynamic and detail-oriented individual with a passion for retail and a desire to grow within a collaborative team.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
· Take charge of weekly sales reconciliations, analysing data to identify discrepancies and collaborate with relevant teams to rectify any issues promptly.
· Assume responsibility for monthly reconciliations, ensuring the accurate accounting of sales and Value Added Tax (VAT) within the ledger.
· Own the month-end reporting process for sales and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). Work closely with team members to compile and submit comprehensive reports, offering valuable insights into performance and trends.
· Provide analytical support to both Online and Store teams to enhance business results. Collaborate closely with these teams to identify opportunities for improvement and contribute to strategic decision-making.
· Act as a business partner to an area team, providing support to Store Managers in understanding financials and KPIs.
· Take ownership of the monitoring and improvement of dashboards, ensuring accuracy and timely reporting.
WHAT YOU’LL BRING
· Graduate in Accounting and Finance, Business, Maths or related degree
· Part Qualified in CIMA or ACCA with 18 months plus experience; or 18 months plus experience in a commercial or data led role.
· You’ll continuously drive enhancements in financial and business processes.
· Enjoy working with data, have a curious mindset and are constantly looking for ways to improve.
· You are someone that thrives in a highly commercial environment and enjoys the fast pace of retail.
· Eagerness to learn, adapt, and grow within a dynamic team environment.
WHAT YOU’LL GAIN
· 25 days holiday plus bank holidays with the option to buy additional days.
· Discretionary Bonus – We love to share our success with you!
· Access to Wagestream, to support your financial wellbeing needs, giving you more control and flexibility with your pay.
· Hybrid Working! 3 days office and 2 days off-site.
· Access to our TPS Perks which offers you a variety of saving and discount options.
· Buy & Sell Holiday scheme and Life Assurance.
· 20% staff discount, as well as discounts at Superdrug and Three Mobile.
· Round the clock support from our partnership with RetailTrust.
· Cycle to work scheme for those who don’t mind riding up the hills of High Wycombe.
OUR HIRING PROCESS
1. You find or get sent this job advert, read it, and feel like you’re the perfect person.
2. You send in your application to let us know you’re interested.
3. We see your application, get excited, and give you a call.
4. You’ll meet us twice, and we’ll get to know each other.
5. You’ll begin your journey with us and let everyone know how great your new job is.
“We’re a sociable bunch of down-to-earth people, who enjoy our work and each other’s company”
Agencies: We are not accepting speculative CV’s or profiles and kindly request that you refrain from contacting us.
The Perfume Shop is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to supporting diversity and inclusion within our work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
The Perfume Shop is part of AS Watson Group, the world’s largest international health and beauty retailer operating over 16,000 stores under 12 retail brands in 28 markets, with over 130,000 employees worldwide. For the fiscal year 2022, AS Watson Group recorded revenue of US$22 billion. Every year, we are serving over 5.5 billion shoppers via our O+O (Offline plus Online) technology-enabled platforms.