We have an exciting opportunity for a Group Financial Accountant to join the B&M team at the Support Centre in Speke, Liverpool. This is a full-time, office-based permanent position.
We are looking for someone to join our Group finance team, working closely with the Group Finance Manager in a fast-paced, busy department to deliver accurate results. The role offers excellent visibility to the wider senior Finance team, including the FD and CFO, and provides a chance to develop within a fast-moving FTSE 250 retail business.
We seek an individual with high attention to detail, with at least three years of experience in statutory accounts, management accounts, or audit. Reporting to the Group Finance Manager, you will be responsible for meeting statutory reporting deadlines with high accuracy, crucial for the B&M Group’s internal and external stakeholders throughout the year.
The Key Accountabilities in the Role Are
1. Involvement with the consolidation process and monthly board pack.
2. Handling day-to-day accounting for the parent company.
3. Assisting with the production of preliminary and interim Group accounts.
4. Producing statutory accounts for each UK entity within the Group.
5. Liaising with trading subsidiaries to monitor trends, performance, working capital, and cash positions, and flagging concerns.
6. Leading IFRS 16 lease accounting.
7. Participating in B&M UK tax computations.
8. Assisting with covenant calculations related to debt facilities.
9. Dealing with external auditors and tax specialists.
10. Leading or assisting with projects such as redomicile or debt refinancing.
11. Performing other occasional statutory tasks, e.g., National Statistics.
The Ideal Candidate Will Have The Following Experience/Skills
1. Minimum of 3 years accounting experience.
2. A quick learner eager to broaden knowledge and develop a career with exposure to a FTSE250 retailer.
3. Strong organizational skills to manage priorities effectively.
4. Strong work ethic, accountability, and enthusiasm.
5. Newly qualified ACA, ACCA, CIMA preferred; part-qualified candidates considered.
6. Proficient in Microsoft Excel, with efficient use of VLOOKUPS, IF statements, etc.
The role may require occasional travel to our subsidiaries in Hull and France.
We offer a range of benefits including store discounts, free parking at our Support Centre, access to our colleague portal with additional discounts, and more. See full benefits at https://careers.bmstores.co.uk/our-bm-benefits/.
If you are looking to join a dynamic team in a growing retailer, apply today!
B&M Retail is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and diverse environment for all colleagues.
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