Job Description

You will act as the Finance Business Partner for members of the Property Function, helping them with queries, forecasting and budgeting and providing them with information that enables them to deliver their company targets and business profitability.

• Develop a thorough understanding of all costs controlled by the Property Function, including, but not limited to Rent, Rates and Service Charges.
• You will own the posting of certain Property Costs ensuring that there are robust controls in place, all costs are accurately accounted for and Balance Sheet reconciliations are completed with a high degree of insight.
• Prepare flash reports prior to month end and participate in month end meetings to provide insight into variances where appropriate.
• Support a selection of Property Cost Center’s at month end
• Responsible for updating Oracle Property Manager on a monthly basis for all changes in leases and assisting the Senior Finance Analyst with other tasks required for IFRS16 Reporting.
• Work closely with the Senior Finance Analyst in establishing regular reporting and analysis of Property Costs.
• Support the Senior Finance Analyst with the Quarterly Forecasting and the Annual Budgeting process for Property Costs.
• Substitute for the Senior Finance Analyst in his/her absence.

Develop an understanding of all areas controlled by the Property function in order to support on adhoc analysis / help provide support to the wider Property and Investments Finance team where appropriate.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• At least part qualified CIMA/ACCA
• Advanced knowledge of Excel essential
• Working knowledge of Oracle desirable
• Knowledge of Management Accounts essential
• Experience of working within a Retail environment preferable
• Strong communication and time management skills
• Ability to develop strong working relationships both across the business and with external stakeholders, including working with non-finance customers
• Self-motivated, confident and enthusiastic