Finance Analyst – Responsibilities
* In-depth Financial Analysis and Strategic Reporting: Taking the lead on comprehensive P&L analysis for key business segments, specifically focusing on New Business ventures, the Wholesale channel, and all Licensing agreements. This involves not only reporting the figures but also providing strategic insights into performance drivers, identifying areas for margin improvement, and modeling the financial impact of strategic decisions within these areas.
* Merchandise and Trade Performance Management: Overseeing the preparation and meticulous maintenance of a suite of essential trade and merchandising reports, including the Stock Pack for inventory oversight, Sale Reports for top‑line performance, Buy Budget planning, Intake flow tracking, and developing sophisticated Ad‑hoc Reporting capabilities to answer specific commercial queries quickly and effectively.
* Cost Control and Margin Optimization: Closely tracking and analyzing the critical components that impact gross margin, including the Margin Rollup process to understand cost evolution. Focus on monitoring and analyzing Air Freight costs, optimizing this expenditure, and scrutinizing design‑related financials, particularly the management of Provisions for potential write‑downs and the analysis of actual versus target design Margins.
* Core Financial Operations and Sample Management: Providing robust support for the core financial functions of the business, including preparation of Management Accounts, developing and refining Sales Forecast models, contributing to the annual Budgeting cycle, managing weekly and monthly Cashflow forecasting, and taking responsibility for efficient financial and physical management of all company Samples.
* Expense and Overhead Control Reporting: Generating detailed and actionable Cost Centre Reports across various departments and functional areas of the business to maintain strict control over overhead expenses and provide budget holders with the data needed to manage costs effectively.
What You’ll Bring
* Want to be part of a team who loves getting stuff done.
* Have a genuine team spirit.
* Fearlessly creative with ideas to share.
* Not afraid to fail and grow.
* Positive about the future of our brand and all we can achieve.
* Adaptable and capable of embracing change.
* Collaborative and always ready to give it your all.
* Enjoy celebrating success.
Technical & Operational Skills
* Detail‑oriented, motivated individual who thrives in a dynamic environment.
* Ability to remain calm under pressure and manage a wide range of stakeholders, including senior management.
* Strong numerical and analytical skills with high attention to detail.
* Excellent communication and customer service abilities.
* Ability to challenge processes and drive improvements.
* Intermediate Excel skills.
* Experience handling challenging conversations with suppliers.
* Part‑qualified in ACA/ACCA/CIMA.
* Previous experience in a financial role with a strong focus on data accuracy.
Where will you be working?
This is a full‑time role based at “The Barn” – Joules’ purpose‑built Head Office in Market Harborough, Leicestershire. The office is open‑plan, creative and collaborative, requiring onsite attendance five days a week. Discretionary flexibility is offered to support work‑life balance.
Sponsorship
In accordance with Home Office guidance, successful candidates must evidence the right to work in the UK before commencement. Joules does not hold a Sponsor Licence and will not sponsor under the Skilled Worker route.
Benefits
* 23 days holiday plus bank holidays.
* Health and wellbeing benefits – opt‑in healthcare cash plan, free digital GP via the Aviva App, Wellhub app access with discounted gym membership, free access to health and wellness apps.
* Flexible start and finish times with discretionary flexibility.
* 25 % staff discount on Joules and NEXT products.
* Up to 10 % off most NEXT partner brands and branded beauty products.
* Up to 25 % off Joules partner brands.
* Opt‑in clothing allowance.
* Access to discounts at the NEXT staff shop.
* Life assurance.
* Reward schemes – cycle‑to‑work scheme, discounts with nearly 1000 retailers.
* Collaborative, progressive and supportive working environment.
* Competitive employer pension contributions.
* Financial, physical and mental wellbeing support via Employee Assistance Program.
* Dedicated learning and development.
* The Café – on‑site café offering subsidised, healthy, fresh and varied food from breakfast through to lunch and beyond.
* Free on‑site parking and low‑cost EV charging points.
EEO Statement
We aim to support all candidates during the application process and are happy to provide workplace adjustments when necessary. If you need support with your application due to a disability or long‑term condition, please contact us by email headoffice_joulesHR@next.co.uk, including “Workplace Adjustments” in the subject line.
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