Finance Analyst

AS Watson; Croydon; On-site; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company in Croydon is seeking a Finance Analyst to join their Warehouse & Distribution team. This role offers the opportunity to support financial analysis across various stakeholders and contribute to month-end reporting and reconciliations. Ideal candidates will have a strong degree background in finance or accounting, and be proficient in Excel. The company supports career development with options for professional accreditation.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2:1 grade required for the relevant university degree.
• Experience in Excel is essential.
• Self-motivated, enthusiastic with strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Support month end processes for Warehouse & Distribution.
• Manage Balance Sheet reconciliations accurately.
• Assist with fleet related costs and IFRS16 lease accounting.
• Conduct contract spend analysis for investment decisions.
• Perform adhoc analysis as required.

Skills

Excel

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Time management

Relationship building

Education

Part Qualified CIMA/ACCA/ACA or relevant University degree (Accounting & Finance, Economics, Maths)

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Finance Analyst (Warehouse & Distribution)

Salary: £35,000 per year (Non-negotiable)

Career Band: 8

Date Prepared/Revised: July 2025

Reports to: Senior Finance Analyst (Warehouse & Distribution)

Department: Commercial Finance

Location: Croydon Head Office, Sydenham Road

Overview

• The Online and Distribution team forms part of a larger Commercial Finance team consisting of Trading Finance, Healthcare Finance, Retail Finance, Procurement and Property & Investments Finance
• A great opportunity within the Online & Distribution Commercial Finance team as a Finance analyst supporting Warehouse and Distribution
• The team provides financial analysis and support to wide range of stakeholders including the Supply Chain Director, Finance Director, CEO of Superdrug, MD of Savers & the Warehouse and Transport Operations team
• We care about individual career development and we’re looking for someone who wants to grow with us. There will be an opportunity to enrol on an apprentice scheme where we will support you towards either CIMA, ACA or ACCA accreditation

Key Responsibilities

• Support month end processes in relation to Warehouse & Distribution, owning the posting of costs whilst ensuring that there are robust controls in place to support financial accuracy
• Support with Balance Sheet reconciliations ensuring they are completed with a high degree of accuracy.
• Supporting fleet related costs, including IFRS16 lease accounting / reconciliations
• General reconciliation work ensuring integrity between month end costs and those reported in supporting operational trackers
• Support Weekly Cost calls with DC and Warehouse management
• Contract Spend analysis to support investment and tendering decisions
• Quarterly contract spend tracking vs plan
• Adhoc analysis as required

Person Specification

• Part Qualified CIMA/ACCA/ACA Or relevant University degree (Accounting & Finance, Economics, Maths) with a minimum of 2:1 grade.
• Experience using Excel.
• Diligent with attention to detail, self-motivated & enthusiastic
• Ability to work in a fast pace and dynamic environment.
• Strong communication and time management skills.
• Ability to develop strong working relationships across the business including working with non-finance customers and third party providers.