Be custodian of the month end reporting cycle, ensuring all accounting entries and monthly management accounts are processed in an accurate and timely manner and within agreed time frames
Liaise directly with auditors to ensure relevant information is provided and the annual audit is delivered on time.
Build strong relationships across the business and remain comfortable working in a less structured (non-corporate) environment with a strong emphasis on team delivery
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Part Qualified (CIMA/ACA/ACCA) with AT LEAST 6/13 EXAMS COMPLETED
Experience in the retail/FMCG/hospitality/restaurants space would be advantageous
Exemplary finance partner 'soft skills' - a naturally inquisitive brain and strong communication skills with the ability to simplify complex information
An ability to balance analytics and insight with a natural passion and interest to really learn the business
You'll need to be self-driven, with a curious and inquisitive mind to help improve business performance and ensure strong financial controls
A team player, able to work on own initiative and gain credibility across the business
A strong ability to manage business/workflow priorities across senior stakeholders
Demonstrable attention to detail and ability to apply a methodology for ensuring a high level of accuracy.
Strong computer skills, specifically Excel
Ability to work autonomously, to tight deadlines and to priorities workload in alignment with the business priorities