Ssc Consultant

THG is a fast-moving, global technology business that specialises in taking brands direct to consumers. Our world-class proprietary tech and infrastructure powers our extensive portfolio of beauty, nutrition and lifestyle brands and is now helping drive exponential growth of our clients' brands globally.

We're powered by a global team of over 7,000 ambitious people around the world. Our culture is fast-paced and entrepreneurial, it's this DNA that has supported our incredible growth.

We're always looking for individuals that can bring fresh and innovative thinking to THG, and play a part in driving the group forward on its exciting journey. So, if you're ready to take the next big step in your career, challenge yourself every day and evolve with the world around you, THG is ready for you.

**Location: Icon 1, M90 5AA**

**About Finance at THG**

Finance at THG is a rapidly growing and evolving team, covering all areas of finance from central functions such as accounts receivable and payable, treasury, tax and internal audit, to specific commercial teams for each of our divisions; Beauty, Tech, Consumer, Health and Brands. As the business expands and takes on new challenges in the form of acquired businesses or new ventures, finance is there to support every step of the way, leading to dynamic and challenging roles - no two days are the same Common characteristics among our team are the ability to drive change, adaptability and resourcefulness, to ensure we can keep pace with the business, without compromising on financial control or sales performance.

**About the Role**

The Group is a listed business with aspirations to operate the best-in-class control environment and financial systems infrastructure whilst striving to continuously optimise the financial and operational landscape.

You will have strong analytical skills and an ability to deliver large scale project deliverables on time and to the required quality standards. You will specifically focus on Shared Services functions and work closely with various role players feeding information into that area. You will have strong accounting and analytical skills and be comfortable to be involved in a complex and fast-moving environment. You are keen to optimise existing processes and are driven to figure out solutions to everyday problems in an innovative and efficient manner.

You will be part of the Group Shared Services team, reporting into the Head of Shared Services and will gain exposure to the Senior Finance Leadership team within THG.

**Responsibilities**:

- Undertake route cause analysis pertaining to various areas of Shared Services with the aim to design and implement a solution that will lead to efficiency gains and/or cost savings,
- Assist with the scoping, design, testing and implementation of financial solutions,
- Develop standard operating procedure documents to be used when operationalisation of designed solution
- Train operational teams on procedure - and/or technology solutions
- Constantly challenge the status quo on how we can improve controls across the Group, implement ideas and improvements to strengthen our financial controls,
- Report to senior financial stakeholders regularly on key issues.

**Requirements**:

- Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with 5+ years post qualified experience in industry,
- Understanding the principles of accounting and internal control demonstrating a keen eye for detail,
- Strong communication skills as this will involve dealing with a wide range of stakeholders across the business,
- Financial operations experience (Desirable),
- Payments and e-Commerce experience (Desirable)
- Experience working within a fast-paced environment,
- Planning and organisational skills with proven ability to meet deadlines,
- A confident mindset, comfortable in dealing with a wide range of key stakeholders.

**Benefits**:

- Competitive salary
- Onsite Doctor
- Employee discounts
- Gym Discounts
- Company bonus scheme
- Company pension scheme

**THG is proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer. If you are invited to interview, please let us know if there are any reasonable adjustments we can make to the recruitment process that will enable you to perform to the best of your ability.