Commercial Finance Manager

COMMERCIAL FINANCE MANAGER | HIGH WYCOMBE

We’re looking for an incredible Commercial Finance Manager to join our Finance team and play a key role in driving business growth and optimizing stakeholder satisfaction. This role demands a blend of commercial and financial acumen, data analytics, and project leadership. You’ll focus on maintaining high accounting standards and delivering comprehensive reporting and insight.

You’ll be pivotal in our Finance transformation strategy and lead projects such as process improvement while acting as a key advocate for data-driven decision-making.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

· Assume leadership of a dedicated team overseeing the accounting, reporting, and reconciliations for critical areas such as Gross Margin, Supplier Funding, and Customer Loyalty. You’ll also spearhead initiatives to enhance the accuracy and efficiency of financial reporting through implementation of robust reporting and forecasting methodologies to maximize business insights.

· Develop a comprehensive understanding of profitability by SKU and other specific metrics, utilizing this knowledge to drive informed decision-making.

· Build strong relationships within Commercial, Customer and Operational teams, engaging with them to gain valuable insights into their specific data and process requirements.

· Take the lead in driving a more efficient and data-driven department. This involves implementing streamlined processes, leveraging automation for routine tasks, and fostering a culture that values data-driven decision-making.

· Manage a team of 2 fostering a culture of continuous improvement by identifying areas for skill enhancement within the team and implementing relevant training programs.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING

· You have a strong affinity for the commercial aspect of the business and enjoy the pace of retail, you enjoy leveraging data for strategic decision-making and are dedicated to improving existing processes through new tools and technologies.

· ACCA/CIMA Qualified or qualified by experience ideally Retail/FMCG.

· Proven experience managing a team in a commercial role, with strong team engagement and leadership skills.

· Experience in one or more top ERP systems, preferably Oracle Financials.

· You thrive in a hands-on role, where understanding the details is essential for delivering robust results.

· Strong proficiency in Excel.

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN

· 25 days holiday plus bank holidays with the option to buy additional days.

· Discretionary Bonus – We love to share our success with you!

· Hybrid Working! 3 days office and 2 days off-site.

· Access to our TPS Perks which offers you a variety of saving and discount options.

· Buy & Sell Holiday scheme and Life Assurance.

· 20% staff discount, as well as discounts at Superdrug and Three Mobile.

· Round the clock support from our partnership with RetailTrust.

· Cycle to work scheme for those who don’t mind riding up the hills of High Wycombe.

OUR HIRING PROCESS

1. You find or get sent this job advert, read it, and feel like you’re the perfect person.

2. You send in your application to let us know you’re interested.

3. We see your application, get excited, and give you a call.

4. You’ll meet us twice, and we’ll get to know each other

5. You’ll begin your journey with us and let everyone know how great your new job is.

“We’re a sociable bunch of down-to-earth people, who enjoy our work and each other’s company”

Agencies: We are not accepting speculative CV’s or profiles and kindly request that you refrain from contacting us.

The Perfume Shop is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to supporting diversity and inclusion within our work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

The Perfume Shop is part of AS Watson Group, the world’s largest international health and beauty retailer operating over 16,000 stores under 12 retail brands in 28 markets, with over 130,000 employees worldwide. For the fiscal year 2022, AS Watson Group recorded revenue of US$22 billion. Every year, we are serving over 5.5 billion shoppers via our O+O (Offline plus Online) technology-enabled platforms.