Finance Accountant – International

Job title: Finance Accountant – International

Company: Next


Job description: Job Category: FinanceJob Description:Job Title: Finance Accountant – International
Location: Leicester – Enderby, Next Head Office
Salary: Competitive plus bonus & benefitsAbout Us:As a market leader in retail, our International Finance team plays a vital role in supporting our global operations. We’re looking for a dedicated Third Party Accountant – International to help drive the success of our expanding international business.This is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact in a high-profile role that offers exciting challenges and growth opportunities.Role Overview:
As a Third Party Accountant, you’ll be responsible for managing the Profit & Loss (P&L) for our third-party partners across 26 countries. You’ll support the finance team in monitoring and controlling costs while providing analysis and forecasting for future opportunities. This role is key to driving the success of our international business, which continues to grow as we expand into new territories.You’ll work closely with senior operational managers, providing insights into performance and collaborating on strategies to improve profitability. Additionally, you will be responsible for managing the recharges back to Total Platform partners as part of the agreements in place.Key Responsibilities:

• P&L Management: Oversee the P&L for third-party aggregator sites across 26 countries, ensuring accurate and timely reporting.
• Sales Reporting & Forecasting: Report daily and weekly sales, and forecast monthly sales by country and by pricing strategy (full price, markdown, and clearance).
• Budgeting & Forecasting: Lead the biannual budgeting process, collaborating with key business stakeholders to provide an accurate view of international business performance.
• Financial Modelling: Develop commercial models to assess the profitability of current and future business initiatives.
• Balance Sheet Completion: Complete monthly balance sheet reconciliations and provide supporting documentation as required.

Key Attributes:

• Qualifications: CIMA/ACCA/ACA qualified or part-qualified.
• IT Proficiency: Strong Excel skills (essential).
• Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze, interpret, and communicate financial data clearly.
• Organisation & Time Management: Excellent planning skills and the ability to prioritise in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-Motivated: Ability to work independently, managing your workload efficiently.

Why Join Next PLC?

• A Thriving International Business: Play an integral role in the continued growth of our international operations.
• Collaborative Environment: Work alongside experienced professionals and senior operational managers.
• Career Development: With our expanding international presence, there are plenty of opportunities to progress within the business.

#LI-DC1About 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 Kidswear 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 the Team:

• 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 instore, 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 headoffice_careers@next.co.uk (please include ‘Workplace Adjustments’ in the subject line), or call us on 0116 284 2486 and leave a voicemail.

Expected salary:

Location: Leicester

Job date: Sun, 11 May 2025 07:51:47 GMT

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