URBN Junior Finance Analyst

URBN; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A global retail company in Peterborough is seeking a Finance Assistant. This role involves tracking purchase orders, processing invoices, and supporting financial reporting within a dynamic supply chain team. Ideal candidates will pursue an accountancy qualification and possess strong Excel skills, enjoying a collaborative environment with opportunities for growth.

Benefits

Employee Assistance program

50% discount off external gym memberships

Private Medical Insurance

Up to 40% off at all URBN Brands

Cycle to work scheme

Structured support and continued learning

Qualifications

• Candidates should pursue an accountancy qualification to progress.
• Must demonstrate ambition and drive for career growth.
• Detail-oriented approach is essential.

Responsibilities

• Track and submit purchase orders for approval.
• Process invoices and payment runs efficiently.
• Prepare monthly accruals and prepayments.
• Support month-end financial processes.
• Complete balance sheet reconciliations.
• Assist with financial reporting and analysis.
• Track capital expenditure and manage invoice processing.

Skills

Attention to detail

Proficient in MS Office (Excel)

Team collaboration

Education

Currently studying or plans to study relevant accountancy qualification (CIMA/ACCA/AAT)

Job description

About Us

URBN UK Limited is part of the URBN Group, a global retailer, with its European Head Office located in London. Its retail offering in Europe takes the form of three brands.

With stores in more than 10 European countries and a strong e-commerce presence, we're driven by the same core values as our customers, and we approach our work with a sense of community and purpose that sets our brands apart. We love what we do.

Role Summary

This role will be based in URBN's Peterborough fulfilment centre, a state-of-the-art facility where technology, logistics, and precision meet to create an efficient, seamless experience for our customers. It will be reporting into the Logistics Finance Business Partner and will work as part of the Supply Chain Finance team to uncover insights that drive smarter decisions, identify areas for improvement, and shape the future of the business.

What You'll Be Doing

• PO tracking & approval submission
• Invoice coding & payment run processing
• Preparing and processing monthly accruals and prepayments
• Supporting in month end processes
• Completion of balance sheet reconciliations
• Assisting with financial reporting and analysis
• Capex spend tracking & invoice processing

What You'll Need

• Currently studying or with plans to study relevant accountancy qualification (CIMA/ACCA/AAT)
• Proficient in MS Office, particularly Excel
• Ambitious and driven, with a desire to grow with the business
• Attention to detail
• Work well within a team

The Perks

• Wellbeing:
  
  
  • Employees Assistance program to support with mental, physical and financial health
  • Fully equipped free gym and 50% discount off external gym memberships
  • Private Medical Insurance
• Employee Discount:
  
  
  • Up to 40% off at all URBN Brands
• Travel:
  
  
  • Cycle to work scheme
• Continued Development:
  
  
  • We offer structured support within the business alongside continued learning and development

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Equal Opportunity Statement

URBN is an Equal Opportunities Employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We provide equal employment opportunities regardless of age, sexual orientation, sex, gender reassignment, pregnancy, marital status, religion, race, or disability. We base all our employment decisions on merit, job requirements and business needs.