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We are looking to recruit a Finance Analyst for Distribution and Service Costs, to join our Finance team here at Wickes. The purpose of this role is to deliver financial analysis, reporting and ad-hoc financial support and to help develop and deliver an efficient month end process.

We offer hybrid working but there is an expectation for the successful candidate to work one day minimum in our Head Office in Watford and every Thursday at our Distribution site in Northampton.

Key Responsibilities:

• Management accounting of Distribution & Service Costs costs including the SDC (store distribution centre) & MCFC (multi channel fulfilment centre), HDC (Home Delivery Centre), CDS, Installations and Customer Services - accountable for the month-end processes including accruals & prepayments, balance sheet recs, generation of P&Ls, variance analysis and commentary

• Supporting the forecasting, budgeting and planning for the Distribution & Service Costs team and ensuring that targets are met and variances understood

• Supply of bridges/commentary at month end and for forecasts & budgets

• Weekly flash reporting

• Risk and opportunities tracking. Proactively looking forward to identifying and managing financial risks and opportunities.

• Providing information that gives challenge to Distribution & Service Costs, using analytical tools and techniques to draw conclusions from data

• Providing monthly ad-hoc financial analysis or reporting as required and project work

What are we looking for:

• A graduate.

• Either part qualified in CIMA/ACCA or looking to commence study for one of these qualifications.

• Keen to work in a fast-paced retail environment.

• Strong excel skills.

• Strong analytical skills.

• Ability to draw conclusions and insight from data analysis.

• Good time management and ability to communicate at all levels.

• Well organised with the ability to prioritise work.

• Hard working and proactive

• Enthusiastic and inquisitive

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

• 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.

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 winning trait; 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.

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