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The House of Creed is an authentic, luxury perfume house dedicated to the creation of highly original artisan fragrances made from the finest perfume ingredients the world has to offer.

We are looking to appoint an experienced FP&A Analyst.

Responsible for the development, production and review of management reports which provide relevant and timely information on the financial performance of the Brand. This includes the production and review of monthly management accounts, profit & loss and balance sheets.

This role reports directly to FP&A Commercial Manager.

• Production of weekly and monthly reports & management reports, adhering to strict deadlines.
• Timely posting of accounting transactions to ensure a smooth and accurate monthly close.
• Develop new reports to support the growth and analysis of the business.
• Build and maintain professional business relationships with all key stakeholders, both internal and external, as appropriate.
• Analyse sell-in vs. sell-out data including SKU, Range, Quantity, Period sales.
• Evaluation of Key Performance Indicators and store productivity.
• Support Retail Sales teams to manage costs within budget with greater focus on Store Staff charges.
• Transform retailer sell out reports to be loaded to company database weekly to facilitate efficient sales analysis by store and store group.
• Support FP&A Commercial Manager with the annual budget process and reporting, with continual support on the ongoing reforecasting etc.
• Support companywide initiatives to enhance our ERP Systems, Microsoft Dynamics 365 & Accuracy.
• Explain financial information to Non-Finance Staff and support them with finance-based queries.
• Collaborate, communicate and work with other team members of the Finance Department to ensure departmental KPIs are achieved and offer/provide help/support as required.
• Collaborate with other functions within the company to ensure common goals are achieved.
• Keep up to date with financial regulations, the fragrance/beauty industry and the competitors.
• Perform ad-hoc analysis and duties as required by sales/commercial teams.
• Respond appropriately to issues requiring confidentiality and/or diplomacy.
• Process NSV order sheets to be uploaded to D365 within agreed timelines.

• Outstanding knowledge of Excel
• Passionate and proficient in Information Technology
• Statistics, Data Analysis, Reporting, Strategic Planning
• Business Model Analysis
• Project Management
• Excellent communication skills
• CIMA or ACCA newly qualified/part qualified
• Self-Motivation
• Dedicated to ensure accuracy within timelines
• A passion for luxury retail, commitment to the role and task and wanting to continuously personally develop in their role
• A qualification in either: economics, statistics, finance, internal cont

This role is London Office based (EC1) at least three days per week with flexibility to work from home - one - two days per week.

Luxury Redefined: We do not just sell fragrances; we offer an unparalleled luxury experience that goes beyond expectations.

Innovation: Be part of a team that thrives on pushing boundaries and creating scents that resonate with a diverse audience.

Diversity and Inclusion: We celebrate differences and believe that a diverse team fosters creativity and innovation.

Career Development: Whether you are in a retail role or part of the head office team, there are plentiful opportunities for professional development and career growth.

Please note that by applying to this opportunity you consent to the personal data you provide to us to be processed and retained by The House of Creed. Your details will be kept on our Internal ATS (Applicant Tracking System) for as long as is necessary for the purposes of recruitment, which may include your details being shared with the hiring manager(s).

The House of Creed is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. If you feel this is the right opportunity for you, and you can demonstrate expertise in the above areas, we look forward to receiving your application.

We very much value your interest in our company. Due to a high level of applications, we regret to only be able to contact candidates we feel are best suited for this role. Thank you for your understanding.