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Retail - Finance Business Partner

Please Note: The application deadline for this job has now passed.

Your Journey

Sweaty Betty are on the lookout for a Finance Business Partner (Retail) to join the growing finance team! This is a high-profile role in the business, facing into the Retail channel with both domestic and international stores. Reporting into the Senior Commercial Finance Manager you are the trusted and credible business partner to the Retail team, working collaboratively to drive growth and efficiency. You will bring a passionate, positive nature to the role which will be vital in supporting the drive of the team and setting Sweaty Betty up for continued success!

Your SB Journey:

  • Ownership of the Retail P&L and Balance Sheet which encompasses the preparation of month end accounts across all stores in UK (owned and Concession) and a growing portfolio of stores in Asia
  • Critically examine weekly and monthly Sales; providing insight into key performance drivers and variances to forecast with a forward-thinking mindset
  • Critically examine weekly and monthly Gross Margin; providing insight into the various impacts and pressures on margin whilst working with the business to influence decisions impacting margin
  • Develop a strong working relationship with the Retail team at all levels (SVP, VP, Area Managers and Store Managers) to understand and challenge critical KPIs whilst also acting as a finance coach across the team
  • Work closely with the Operations team to maintain a close understanding and control over commercial lease agreements including the accurate reporting around accruals, prepayments and property costs
  • Work closely with the Operations Finance Manager to understand and challenge the costs in your P&L as they relate to moving goods and warehousing
  • Be an active and valued member of cross-functional project teams including those related to the expansion of stores internationally
  • Provide year end audit support

Must Haves

  • Highly articulate with experience translating data into meaningful reports
  • Qualified accountant with strong technical skills and experience posting journals
  • Post qualification experience in a commercial role; preferably in Retail
  • Experience business partnering with senior stakeholders
  • Embraces excel and business intelligence systems
  • Track record of developing successful relationships outside of finance team

The Extras

  • Generous clothing allowance
  • 50% off all Sweaty Betty merchandise
  • 23 days holiday, with buy and sell holiday option
  • Sample sales
  • Company bonus scheme
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Monthly Office Meeting
  • Generous Company Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Pay and Childcare support
  • Discounts at the best Studio Classes
  • SB Flexible Working: we currently work flexibly between the office and home. Our focus remains keeping everyone safe and we will continue to review this in line with government guidance

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