- Conduct monthly inventory reconciliations with the General Ledger.
- Coordinate interim and year-end stocktakes for both Wholesale and Retail sectors.
- Ensure full compliance with external audit requirements.
- Oversee store stocktakes, including those at year-end, interim, seasonal, and on an ad hoc basis.
- Collaborate closely with the Trading and Purchase Ledger teams to maintain accurate and timely stock pricing updates.
- Review and assess the impact of stock provision policies on the Profit and Loss (P&L) statement.
- Identify and address risks and opportunities related to the inventory balance sheet.
- Support the Finance Manager by performing additional ad hoc tasks as required.
- Relevant Accountancy Qualification: Such as CIMA, ACCA, or ICAEW.
- Experience: Post-qualified experience in a large retail environment.
- Stakeholder Management: Proven ability to manage relationships with diverse internal and external stakeholders with varying objectives.
- Analytical and Excel Proficiency: Strong analytical skills and a high level of expertise in Excel, with keen attention to detail.
- Independence and Teamwork: Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- Workload Management: Skill in managing workloads efficiently while handling potentially conflicting priorities.
- Proactive Attitude: A hands-on approach with a proactive, positive "can-do" attitude.
- Inventory Finance Experience: Prior experience managing inventory finance.
- Retail/FMCG Experience: Experience in a large retail or fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) organization.
- 35-Hour Work Week: Maintain a healthy work-life balance with a standard 35-hour work week.
- Flexible Working: Enjoy the flexibility of working from home one day per week.
- Free Parking: Benefit from free parking facilities on-site.
- Generous Holiday Allowance: Take advantage of a competitive holiday package to recharge and unwind.
- Pension Plan: Secure your future with our comprehensive pension plan.
- Career Progression: Grow your career with us through continuous learning and development opportunities.