Wickes Hiring for Finance Analyst Job at Watford, East of England, England Full Time

Are you looking for your next Finance Analyst opportunity? Here at Wickes we are recruiting an exciting opportunity which will involve supporting the Commercial Function and the rest of the Commercial Finance team with financial analysis, reporting and ad-hoc financial support. Our Commercial Finance team provides support to the commercial, marketing and supply chain teams in the Wickes head office, as well as liaising closely with the wider Wickes Finance team. You’ll predominantly focus on supporting the commercial department, analysing performance and supporting decision making.

Wickes are a digitally led, service enabled organisation with a project in every home.

Your key responsibilities will be:

• Reporting – variety of weekly and monthly financial reports

• Management accounts – completing month end process including posting journals,

investigating issues, updating P&Ls, balance sheet recs

• Financial system data maintenance and uploads (Forecasts and actuals)

• Financial analysis for major business initiatives where relevant

• Support the budgeting and forecasting process for TA and rebates

• Ad-hoc financial analysis as required

What are we looking for:

• A-Level science or mathematics based subjects (Essential)

• Degree level qualification (Science or mathematics based subjects preferred)

• Part qualified Accountant with 1-2 years Finance Analyst experience (Essential)

To succeed in the role you’ll be:

• Able to demonstrate strong data analysis and excellent Excel/Google skills

• Hard working and a fast learner

• A fast learner with a proactive attitude

• Enthusiastic and inquisitive

• Able to demonstrate strong communication skills

What can we offer you:

Wickes’ culture is second to none; it’s a collaborative, down to earth, fun and exclusive

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 will make you feel right at

home.

This role will be eligible for a training and exam support for qualification with any of the major accounting bodies (CIMA, ACCA, ICAEW / ICAS).

We’ll also equip you with a benefits package that includes

• Competitive bonus

• Save-as-you-earn scheme

• 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.

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 40 years in industry, Wickes now generates revenue in excess of £1.3Bn across 230 stores delivered by 8,000+ colleagues.

Please note: All offers of employment are subject to DBS / background checks

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If you require any reasonable adjustments at the interview stage you will have an opportunity to inform us when we invite you to interview.”