Financial Analyst

Lovisa Pty Ltd; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% discount off Lovisa products

Free gym membership

Attractive Referral Rewards Incentive Program

Personal Development Succession Plans

Job summary

A leading global fashion retailer in Melbourne is seeking a Finance Business Partner. This role involves providing analytical support to the Global store teams and requires a relevant finance degree along with experience in the fashion retail industry. The company offers a supportive and diverse environment, along with perks like a 50% discount on products and a gym membership.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Finance / Business Analyst in the fashion retail industry.
• Ability to build productive relationships with both internal and external customers.
• Demonstrated understanding of accounting and financial principles.

Responsibilities

• Provide financial analysis and forecasting for retail.
• Lead process improvements in financial reporting.
• Prepare and distribute reports on key store metrics.

Skills

Advanced Excel skills

Stakeholder relationship management

Financial analysis

Ability to prioritize competing requests

Understanding of customer experience

Education

Relevant Finance Degree

Completed CA/CPA

Tools

BI reporting tools

IT platforms

Job description

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Lovisa was established in Australia in 2010 and has rapidly grown to become one of the world’s leading fast-fashion jewellery retailers. With a strong global focus, we now operate over 1,000 stores across more than 50 markets worldwide. As a trend-driven brand, we cater to everyone, delivering over 150 new styles to our stores each week. Join a dynamic, high-growth international retailer proudly listed on the ASX.

Overview

Responsible for providing effective and accurate analytical support to the Global store teams by producing monthly operational targets, detailed variance analysis and ad-hoc reporting as required.

Responsibilities

• Finance Business Partner for Retail and Online
• Lead process improvement of financial and operational reporting across the business
• Daily, weekly and monthly report preparation and distribution on key store metrics
• Global forecasting of sales and wages
• Utilising BI reporting and managing forecast uploads
• Month end journals, review and reconciliation for retail related transactions
• Present monthly retail results, highlighting areas of success and challenges
• Partner and provide insight and analysis of monthly results for retail
• Prepare and distribute quarterly Regional, State and Country Manager bonus reporting
• Provide retail with relevant wage forecasts for new and closing stores and for sale and stocktake periods
• Support Accounts Payable with invoice coding for store costs
• Assisting in building reports and key Sales KPI dashboards
• Identify through financial analysis cost reduction opportunities
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders including retail operations, IT and department heads

Qualifications

• A relevant Finance Degree and be part way through or have completed CA/CPA
• Previous experience as a Finance / Business Analyst in the fashion retail industry
• Advanced Excel skills
• Proficient IT Platform user who can demonstrate implementation of IT efficiencies
• The ability to respond to and prioritise competing and often urgent requests in a calm and efficient manner while also maintaining high work standards and accuracy
• A sound understanding of accounting and financial principles
• Demonstrated understanding of Customer experience and ability to build productive relationships with both internal and external Customers
• Proven ability to plan, organise and deliver results on time in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated working both independently & in a team environment

Benefits and Perks

Enjoy these perks when you join Lovisa!

• Join a global business offering endless career opportunities
• Supportive diverse and inclusive team environment
• Strong culture - we truly harness our 10+1 culture commitments
• Generous 50% discount off Lovisa products
• Free gym membership
• Attractive Referral Rewards Incentive Program
• Modern HQ with a fully stocked kitchen on Glenferrie Road
• Personal Development Succession Plans

Diversity and Inclusion

We believe in supporting diverse cultures and harnessing the unique knowledge and experience of our team. We celebrate our global presence, by supporting our culturally diverse team around the world.

Apply today to start your Lovisa journey and a Talent Team Member will be in contact.

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Finance

Industries: Retail and Retail Apparel and Fashion