Assistant Finance Analyst
Job Title: Assistant Finance Analyst
Location: Head Office, Leicestershire
Salary: Competitive plus bonus & benefits
We have a great opportunity for a driven, part-qualified finance professional to join our Commercial Finance function as an Assistant Finance Analyst. Working in our Retail Cost team this is a fantastic role for someone with 1-2 years of finance experience who is eager to grow and develop their skills while working in a fast-paced, successful environment.
About the Role:
As an Assistant Finance Analyst, you will support the accounting and management of property lease costs and concession income across our extensive portfolio of over 600 properties, including retail stores and large warehouses. Reporting directly to the Senior Finance Accountant, you will play a key role in providing accurate financial reporting and analysis to aid key decision-making across the business.
Key Responsibilities:
- Property Rent Accounting: Manage the accurate accounting and reporting of property leases under IFRS16. Collaborate with Estates Surveyors and the Legal team to understand lease agreements and ensure compliance with reporting standards.
- Property Professional Fees: Take responsibility for the accounting and reporting of professional fees across our property portfolio, challenging and reviewing cost variances with the Estates and Tax teams.
- Concession Income: Oversee the accounting and reconciliation of income from over 230 in-store concessions, acting as the primary contact for internal and external stakeholders regarding finance queries.
- Projects: Work alongside the Estates and Systems teams to enhance and develop our property database, contributing to testing and reporting.
- Forecasting & Budgeting: Prepare and review monthly cost and income reports, propose forecast changes, and manage the twice-yearly budgeting process for the lease portfolio.
- Balance Sheet Completion: Complete monthly balance sheet reconciliations with supporting analysis and commentary on key movements.
- Estates P&L and Balance Sheet: Compile and present monthly management accounts for the Estates division, providing clear and insightful commentary to senior management.
What We’re Looking For:
- ACCA or CIMA Part-Qualified
- 1-2 years of finance experience, ideally within a retail or property context
- Advanced user of Microsoft Excel
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to communicate complex information clearly
- Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
- Self-motivated with the ability to manage your workload and meet deadlines
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