Role: Senior Finance Manager - Leases
Location: Blackburn, BB1 2FA – Office Based (location subject to change due to planned office relocation)
Contract: Full – Time Hours / Permanent
Salary: £57,475 - £67,925 Dependent on Experience & Discretionary Bonus Scheme
Company: EG Group
*This is an office based role 5 days a week*
About the Role:
Our Group team is excited to present a new opportunity at EG Group for a Senior Finance Manager (Leases) to join our Head Office. The successful candidate will be key to developing consistent and accurate financial reporting with regards to the Group’s extensive lease portfolio and in providing cross-functional support across the Group with commercial decision-making.
Reporting into the Group Financial Reporting Director, the Senior Finance Manager (Leases) will operate as part of the Group Reporting function and will also provide ongoing support to Country Finance and the Group Property & Real Estate function.
This role will have an emphasis on the application of extensive IFRS16 knowledge into readily available comprehensive financial analysis. For the role, the Group is looking for the right candidate to utilise relevant career experiences in improving the existing control environment whilst conducting data maintenance around our IFRS16 database (Qube) as part of a broader ICFR programme.
What you’ll be doing:
1. Responsible for the update and maintenance of the Group’s extensive lease portfolio and accurate accounting adherence under IFRS16
2. Control and ownership over data managed and exported from the Group’s lease management software MRI Horizon/Qube
3. Lead on the delivery of monthly reconciliations and support workings for country finance teams
4. Ensure RoU asset and liability consistency across reported numbers at local and consolidated level
5. Provide ongoing ownership of the process and control environment from record to report across right of use assets and liabilities under IFRS16
6. Support in determining the Group’s IBR and responsibility for ensuring its appropriate application
7. Lead a standardised approach for IAS 17 methodology to support the monthly external reporting across the Group’s KPI’s
8. Regular system data integrity testing and validation
This list is not exhaustive and may be added to or amended from time to time.
What we’re looking for:
9. Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with 3+ years post-qualification experience
10. Previous expereince working in real estate finance
11. Ability to adapt and respond to changing priorities
12. Ability to work in a growing, fast-paced environment
13. Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills
14. Ambitious and self-motivated individual
15. Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Why Join EG Group:
16. Performance Based Bonus Scheme
17. Flexible working hours (8am – 10am start, 8-hour working day)
18. Access to Apprenticeships and accredited qualifications
19. Career development and progression opportunities within a global organisation.
20. ASDA Discount Card – 15% off all ASDA stores
21. Free Secure Car Parking
22. Waterside Café - freshly prepared meals at affordable prices
23. Dress Down Fridays
24. Prayer and Ablution Facilities
25. Work Anniversary Rewards
26. Free Eye Test
Who are EG Group?
EG Group is a leading global convenience retailer, operating a wide range of brands across multiple sectors including fuel, foodservice, and grocery retail. With a presence in over 9 countries and a commitment to innovation and customer service, EG Group continues to expand its portfolio and reach. Our company is focused on delivering value to its customers, partners, and stakeholders through efficient operations and strategic growth.
Please note - the successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check which will be funded by EG Group