Senior Finance Partner, Retail Growth & Performance

Wickes; Watford; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive bonus

Save-as-you-earn scheme

Private Medical and Life Assurance

Enhanced contributory pension scheme

Colleague discount

Discount platform with savings and gym

Job summary

Wickes is recruiting an experienced Senior Finance Business Partner on a 12-month fixed-term contract. You will manage monthly financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis, partnering with Exec and senior leaders to challenge costs and support strategic decisions.

The role requires ACA/CIMA/ACCA or equivalent with 5+ years PQE in finance, a strong retail background, and proven leadership of direct reports.

Qualifications

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, CIMA, ACCA, or equivalent).
• 5+ years PQE in finance roles, with retail exposure preferred.
• Strong track record in month-end, reporting, and process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Lead budgeting and reforecasting for gross margin, OPEX, and capex.
• Partner with Exec and senior leaders to challenge costs and performance.
• Oversee monthly reporting, variance analysis, and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Drive internal controls, governance, and external audit support.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Leadership

Retail finance

Forecasting

Budgeting

Education

ACCA/CIMA/ACA or equivalent

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Wickes is recruiting an experienced Senior Finance Business Partner on a 12-month fixed-term contract. You will manage monthly financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis, partnering with Exec and senior leaders to challenge costs and support strategic decisions.

The role requires ACA/CIMA/ACCA or equivalent with 5+ years PQE in finance, a strong retail background, and proven leadership of direct reports.