Financial Operations Manager
1 month ago
We are seeking a highly skilled Financial Operations Manager to join our Commercial Finance team at Next PLC on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This role offers a unique opportunity to manage a small team, oversee critical financial reporting processes, and work closely with senior stakeholders to drive the success of our Online and Central Cost divisions.
About the Role:
As the Financial Operations Manager for Online Margin Reporting and Central Cost Controlling, you will be responsible for the accurate reporting, budgeting, and forecasting of the Group's central overhead costs. In addition, you will take ownership of the complex process of reporting online profit margins across multiple business divisions, including NEXT UK, LABEL UK (third-party brands), Overseas, and Total Platform.
Managing a team of two, you will work closely with key stakeholders to ensure financial data is allocated correctly, provide insightful analysis, and drive improvements in cost allocation processes.
Key Responsibilities:
Online Margin Reporting:
- Oversee and review cost allocations across NEXT's Online business divisions, ensuring consistency and accuracy.
- Prepare and report overall Online margins by division on a monthly basis, coordinating commentary from other finance teams.
- Investigate and resolve any discrepancies or anomalies found during monthly management reviews.
- Summarise and provide insights on Online margins for external City announcements.
- Work with peers to understand, challenge, and improve cost allocation methods, driving process automation and efficiency.
Central Cost Controlling:
- Lead a team of two business partners to manage costs across key areas, including HR, Finance, Customer Contact Centre, Security, Facilities, and on-site nursery.
- Build strong relationships with business partners to deliver timely and accurate management information.
- Analyse costs, highlight opportunities or concerns, and provide recommendations to relevant managers.
- Support operational business cases with detailed financial analysis.
Month-End Responsibilities:
- Complete balance sheet reconciliations and ensure strong controls are in place.
- Produce performance analysis and present findings to senior finance business partners and Directors.
Budgeting & Forecasting:
- Lead the forecasting and budgeting of central costs, working closely with operational teams to ensure accuracy and provide challenge where necessary.
- Provide detailed analysis to support cost forecasts and operational decision-making.
Process Improvement:
- Identify and lead process improvement initiatives within your area of responsibility, enhancing efficiency and accuracy in cost reporting and forecasting.
What We're Looking For:
- Qualified accountant (ACCA/CIMA), part-qualified with considerable experience, or a data expert with a strong focus on controls and reporting.
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel (essential) and comfortable working with complex financial data.
- Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to interpret and communicate complex financial information clearly and effectively.
- Strong attention to detail, organisational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Self-motivated, with a proactive approach to driving improvements and delivering results.
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