About the Role
This role offers a unique opportunity to influence the direction of Boots Opticians and contribute to the overall success of Boots UK. The role involves shaping financial strategies that drive growth and innovation, while also developing leadership skills in a supportive and inclusive environment. Contributions will be recognised and valued, allowing you to make a meaningful impact on our customers and communities.
Responsibilities
* Lead the financial strategy and governance for Boots Opticians, ensuring alignment with overall business objectives.
* Provide insightful analysis and challenge to drive accountability for strategic goals and annual budgets.
* Oversee statutory compliance and audit processes, ensuring best-in-class standards in reporting and control.
* Foster collaboration across the Boots UK and Boots Opticians businesses and our strategic partner, engaging with internal and external stakeholders to enhance financial performance.
* Full P&L responsibility for the Boots Opticians business in conjunction with the Managing Director.
* Cultivate a high-performing finance team, driving engagement and development to achieve exceptional results.
Qualifications
* Fully qualified Finance Professional (ACA/CIMA/ACCA) with a proven track record in a senior finance role, within a complex and geographically spread environment (and ideally in a retail/brand environment).
* Strong leadership capabilities, with the ability to inspire and mobilise teams towards a shared vision while holding them accountable for performance.
* Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to translate complex financial data into compelling narratives for non-finance colleagues.
* Resilience and tenacity to thrive in high-pressure and ambiguous situations, demonstrating sound judgement and decision-making.
* Experience in managing relationships within a matrix organisation, effectively navigating diverse teams and stakeholders.
* Experience in leading finance functions through organisational change, demonstrating adaptability and strategic foresight.
* A strong understanding of global finance disciplines, including management accounting, financial accounting, and planning.
* Proven ability to drive results and set high standards across finance teams, making a tangible impact on business performance.
Equal Opportunity
At Boots, we’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer, creating a place where everyone feels welcome, supported, and free to be themselves. We believe that when our people feel valued and included, they thrive, so we’re committed to creating a brilliant Boots for our people so they can make a difference for our customers and colleagues every time.
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