Commercial Accountant - Retail Cost Team

Pantalent; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company in East Midlands is seeking a Commercial Accountant to manage lease accounting for over 1,000 properties. This role requires an ACCA or ACA qualified accountant with expertise in IFRS16, keen attention to detail, and strong Excel skills. The successful candidate will drive process improvements and lead a team member, working closely with senior finance leaders to support strategic analysis and decision-making.

Benefits

25% off most NEXT products

Company performance-based bonus

Sharesave scheme

On-site nursery

10% off partner brands

Early VIP access to sales

Discounts at Staff Shops

Access to digital GP and health services

Free on-site parking

Financial wellbeing resources

Apprenticeship opportunities

Direct to Work discounts

Support Networks

Discounted gym memberships

Qualifications

• Expertise in IFRS16 lease accounting required.
• Solid experience in managing lease financials required.
• Proficiency in Excel and financial reporting tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead all lease accounting activities for over 1,000 properties.
• Manage monthly reporting and forecasting for lease costs.
• Oversee the lease accounting system ensuring accurate data.

Skills

IFRS16 expertise

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Excel proficiency

Organizational skills

Education

ACCA or ACA Qualified

Job description

About us

You know Next, but did you know we’re 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 Kids wear we’re the market leader. At the last count we have over 500 stores, plus the Next Online and it’s now possible to buy on-line from over 70 countries around the world! So we’ve gone global!

About us

Commercial Accountant – Lease Accounting

Location: Head Office, Leicestershire

Salary: £Competitive plus bonus & benefits

Ready to take ownership of a high-impact finance role in a fast-paced, commercial environment?

We’re looking for a confident, qualified accountant with a sharp eye for detail and a commercial mindset to join ourRetail Cost teamat NEXT. This is your chance to be the go-to expert for IFRS16 lease accounting, working with a diverse property lease portfolio and directly supporting senior finance leaders across the business.

What’s the role about?

As our Commercial Accountant, you’ll lead the charge on all things lease accounting – managing the financials for over 1,000 leases, owning the reporting for IFRS16, and playing a key role in forecasting, budgeting, and strategic analysis. You’ll also take the reins on improving systems, processes, and reporting functionality – plus, you’ll manage and mentor one direct report.

It’s a varied, hands-on role offering strong exposure to senior stakeholders, collaboration across teams like Group Finance and Estates, and the chance to truly drive change.

Your role

What you’ll be doing:

• Own lease accountingfor over 1,000 properties, including lease commitments, renewals, provisions and IFRS16 reporting.
• Lead monthly reporting and forecastingfor lease costs, partnering closely with our Estates team to stay ahead of any changes.
• Control the lease accounting system, ensuring accurate data, smooth processes, and effective supplier management.
• Support Group Financein preparing property lease results for monthly, half-year, and year-end reporting.
• Prepare Board-ready financial papersand field IFRS16-related queries from internal and external stakeholders.
• Drive process improvementby identifying smarter ways of working and leading changes across your remit.
• Manage one FTE, supporting their growth and development as you lead by example.

About you

We’re looking for someone who is:

• ACCA or ACA Qualified
• A confident IFRS16 expert, with solid experience in lease accounting
• A natural problem solver who thrives on detail and accuracy
• Excel-savvy and tech-friendly – able to handle data, systems and reporting with ease
• Organised, commercial and comfortable managing deadlines and priorities
• Motivated, proactive, and ready to make a real impact

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
• Access to fantastic discounts at our Staff Shops
• Restaurants with great food at amazing prices
• Access 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 in store, collect your items the next day for free from your place of work or local store
• 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, feel free to get in touch with us by email [e-mail] (please include 'Workplace Adjustments' in the subject line), or call us on 0116 284 2486 and leave a voicemail.

Apply Before09/03/2025, 11:47 AM

For further information, and to apply, please visit our website via the “Apply” button below.