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Next is a FTSE-100 retail company employing over 35,000 people across the UK and Ireland. We’re the UK’s 2nd largest fashion retailer and for Kidswear we’re the market leader. We have over 500 stores, plus the Next Online and it’s now possible to buy online from over 70 countries around the world. So we’ve gone global!
Salary: £32,21 - £47,446
Your role
Next Furniture Manufacturing is going from strength to strength. We are looking to recruit a Finance Analyst to join the team. This is a standalone role working within the manufacturing operation, the primary finance contact, collaborating with operational stakeholders to produce and clearly communicate performance against key metrics, identifying opportunities and challenging as you go. This includes the weekly issuing of management reports, as well as leading a monthly finance review with senior managers.
Responsibilities
The role has a broad view of the P&L and balance sheet, covering sales, COS, overheads, and stock. Key financial responsibilities include:
* Timely preparation of month end accounts, including the full P&L, stock valuation, balance sheet reconciliations, forecasting, and variance analysis
* Twice yearly budget process
* Accurate costing of new sofa ranges and ongoing margin analysis once launched, to ensure the sofa prices are competitive and sustainable
* Liaising closely with the commercial & buying team to understand any market movements which have an impact on the business
* Weekly sales invoicing and reconciliation of accounts receivable
* Producing and issuing reports to cover a wide range of financial and non financial KPIs, looking to identify trends and opportunities for improvement
About You
You must be able to demonstrate an ability and desire to work autonomously. A background in Manufacturing is desired. You will be CIMA/ACCA or ACA part qualified, with a desire to progress. You should be able to analyse and interpret data accurately, with the ability to build relationships and communicate effectively at all levels, both internally to the sofa manufacturing operation and externally. You will be adaptive and resilient to the fast paced nature and be proactive with the exciting new changes. Although experience in a manufacturing environment is not essential, it would be advantageous. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel / Google Sheets and a willingness to learn new skills is required. A basic knowledge of SQL would be desirable, but full training will be provided.
Benefits
* 25% off most NEXT, MADE, Lipsy, Gap and Victoria's Secret products (when purchased through NEXT)
* Company performance based bonus
* Sharesave scheme
* On-site Nursery available; OFSTED outstanding in all areas
* 10% off most partner brands & up to 15% off Branded Beauty
* Early VIP access to sale stock
* Discounts at Staff Shops
* Restaurants with great food at good prices
* Access to a digital GP and other free health and wellbeing services
* Free on-site parking
* Financial Wellbeing - Save, track and enhance your financial wellbeing
* Apprenticeship - Grow and develop on the job whilst gaining a qualification
* Direct to Work - Discount online and instore, collect items next day for free
* Support Networks - Access to Network Groups to empower and celebrate each other
* Wellhub - Discounted flexible monthly gym memberships, with apps, PT sessions and more
Conditions apply to all benefits. These benefits are discretionary and subject to change.
We aim to support all candidates during the application process and are happy to provide workplace adjustments when necessary. Should you need support with your application due to a disability or long-term condition, please email headoffice_careers@next.co.uk (please include "Workplace Adjustments" in the subject line) or call 0116 284 2486.
Apply Before: 09/24/2025
For further information, and to apply, please visit our website via the “Apply” button below.
Seniority level
* Entry level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Finance and Sales
* Industries: Accounting
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