About The Role
We are Phase Eight, the go-to destination for empowering style that inspires. Our people are at the heart of everything we do as we aim to remain at the forefront of cutting-edge fashion. We have a fantastic opportunity for a Commercial Finance Manager in our Commercial Finance Team. Reporting to the Heads of Commercial Finance, you will be responsible for providing strategic insights, business partnering with key stakeholders, and driving business performance through effective analysis and decision-making.
What you will be doing
As Commercial Finance Manager, you will be responsible for the following:
1. Review and report to the senior team on analysis of monthly cost reports for all head office departments.
2. Hold monthly budget review meetings with each department and set action plans.
3. Attend and present financial information to store managers at area meetings.
4. Oversee and review weekly trade analysis for all business channels around Sales, Margin, and Stock.
5. Support the core finance team with monthly analysis to budget across all P&L lines.
6. Attend monthly P&L and balance sheet review meetings and take ownership of commercial finance/brand actions.
7. Take ownership of and prepare the annual budget, quarterly forecasts, and the 5-year plan, with assistance from the commercial finance analyst.
8. Manage monthly balance sheet and cash flow forecasting.
What you will need
To be successful in this role, you will have the following skills and experience:
1. Qualified Accountant - CIMA/ACCA/ACA/CA.
2. Experience operating in a multi-site environment.
3. Previous retail experience is beneficial but not essential.
4. Strong commercial finance and business partnering experience.
5. Budgeting and forecasting skills.
System Skills:
1. Proficiency in Microsoft applications.
2. Advanced Excel skills.
3. Experience working with accounting systems (e.g., SUN/Mercatus) is beneficial but not essential.
Attributes Required:
1. A proactive, driven, organized, and forward-thinking individual who takes a logical approach to problem-solving.
2. A strong desire to challenge existing processes and seek improvements.
3. Strong attention to detail.
4. Ability to deliver under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
5. Strong analytical skills.
What's in it for you
We offer a competitive salary and benefits, including:
1. Staff Discount
2. Discounts across your favourite brands
3. Virtual GP Service
4. Virtual Wellbeing and Counselling Service
5. Financial Wellbeing Support
6. Early Pay through Access Early Pay
7. Discounted Gym Memberships
About Us
At TFG Brands London, we care, connect, collaborate, and create. Our portfolio includes five brands: Hobbs, Phase Eight, Whistles, Inside Story, and White Stuff. We are entrepreneurial and passionate about exceeding customer expectations. We are committed to creating a friendly, inclusive environment where you can grow and develop with us.
Inclusion and Diversity
We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive culture that welcomes, develops, and celebrates diversity of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We encourage authenticity and value contributions from everyone, ensuring an environment where differences are respected, celebrated, and embraced.
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