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A dedicated Interim Finance Consultant is required for a temporary assignment with a focus on retail accounting and finance. The role will involve driving a key stock focused project.
Client Details
Our client is a large organisation in the retail sector, with multiple stores spread across the United Kingdom. Known for its high-quality goods and excellent customer service, the company is committed to its role as a community-conscious business.
Description
Responsibilities
- Partner with consignment vendors to reconcile physical stock with stock records and vendor files, ensuring accuracy and resolving discrepancies.
- Investigate discrepancies identified during reconciliations or stock counts and agree on statements and balances with vendors.
- Raise consignment purchase orders or returns as part of variance investigations or reconciliation processes.
- Create payment and credit forms to support consignment stock adjustments, collaborating with the Purchase Ledger team to issue vendor credits and payments.
- Perform authorised manual stock adjustments in Business Central, ensuring compliance with internal controls.
- Maintain and update relevant trackers, such as vendor reconciliation logs, to ensure timely and accurate reporting.
- Prepare balance sheet reconciliations and provide supporting commentary for consignment stock.
Profile
- Advanced Excel Skills: Proficiency in handling and analysing large data sets efficiently.
- Strong Communication Skills: Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with vendors and internal stakeholders.
- Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy in handling financial data and reconciliations.
- System Proficiency: Ability to quickly learn and work with new systems, such as Business Central or similar ERP platforms.
- Accountability: Takes pride in delivering high-quality work and meeting deadlines.
- Teamwork: Proven ability to collaborate effectively within a team-oriented environment.
Job Offer
- £400-500 per day OUTSIDE of IR35
- The opportunity to work primarily remotely.
- An output focused environment, with clear plan for delivery.
- An enriching temporary role in the retail industry, based in Wiltshire
We encourage all eligible candidates to apply for this rewarding opportunity to contribute to an established retail organisation.
