We are recruiting for a Senior Finance Business Partner to become an integral part of the Operations Financial team, providing support to Divisional Directors and Regional Leaders as well as wider Operations and Finance teams.
This role is a vital component of the link between stores and Finance and will require excellent working relationships across Finance and Non Finance (i.e Store Manager, Regionals Leaders and Divisional Directors) and will require credibility / gravitas with its business partners.
The role will tend to be 1-2 days on the road for Divisional/Regional Meetings or visiting stores (some overnights may be required) whilst the remaining days will be from the Office/Home.
Key Responsibilities:
Business Partner to the Divisional Directors (DDs) and Regional Leaders (RLs) - providing financial analysis, support and challenge
Conduct financial reviews with Divisional Directors (DDs) & Regional Leaders (RLs) and present financial updates at Divisional Meetings
Ownership of the c.230 Stores Budgeting process and ensure DD/RL signoff
Support wider business projects that impact on Store Operations Finance / Stores
Drive a cost conscious and lean culture into the Stores and identify opportunities to drive revenue/profit, implement change and measure output
Challenge Divisions/Regions that are not reaching expected targets
Assist with any ad hoc requests, queries or analysis, to help the smooth, efficient working of the Finance function
Leadership, recruitment and development of a team of 3 finance professionals ensuring appropriate resourcing, skillset and structure to deliver effective business support
What are we looking for:
Recognised accountancy qualifications (ACA, CIMA, ACCA or equivalent)
3+ years PQE experience
Retail / FMCG experience Business partnering at Director level
Ability to challenge , engage and influence internal and external stakeholders
Building and maintaining relationships with others to include key stakeholders and non-Finance team members
Strong communication skills
Experience of working to tight timescales and consistently meeting deadlines
High attention to detail and data accuracy
Proficiency in MS Office with good Excel skills
Enthusiastic, inquisitive and proactive
What can we offer you?
You’ll be supported with fantastic learning and development and have the opportunity to grow and develop your career with us
We’ll also equip you with a benefits package that includes
Competitive bonus
Save-as-you-earn scheme
Private Medical and Life Assurance
Contributory pension scheme
Colleague discount
Discount platform including savings and cash back at numerous retailers, savings on gym membership, cycle to work scheme
Our widely recognised wellbeing strategy is something we’re proud of at Wickes. As part of this, we offer a range of health and wellbeing benefits and support, including an Employee Assistance Programme, financial education & loans, and access to parental, menopause and fertility support.
By giving you the support you need to do well at work, and the flexibility to make life work for you. We are giving you a career that doesn’t put your life on hold. Where you can be yourself, do your best work, and make a positive difference every day.
We recognise the value of bringing our teams together to collaborate, support each other and build on our amazing culture. We are also encouraging our teams to work flexibly, with a blend of remote / office working.
About Us:
Wickes is a multi-channel retailer operating in the home improvement market. With 50 years in industry, Wickes now generates revenue in excess of £1.6bn across 230 stores delivered by 8,000+ colleagues.
But it is the Wickes’ culture that is considered its best kept secret; it’s a collaborative, down to earth, fun and inclusive environment where people feel part of a winning team. All our colleagues come from different backgrounds, but what we all have in common is a determination to succeed and a passion for being the best we can be. If that sounds like you, we’ll make you feel right at home.
