Finance Analyst Property and Investment

Croydon, United Kingdom

Full Time

Head\-Office

Permanent Contract

£ Competitive

About the Role
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Join Superdrug Head Office\- Make a Real Difference Every Day!

Location:

Hours: 37\.5 \| 9\.00am \- 5\.30pm \- Hybrid working available depending on role responsibilities with 2 days working from home and 3 days in our stylish, modern and collaborative office close to East Croydon Station.

Salary: Competitive

Why Superdrug?

Passionate about Beauty and Health? Want to be part of an innovative, trend setting retailer? Our vibrant Head Office, based by East Croydon station is a fantastic environment filled with hundreds of brilliant personalities.

We’re a team that puts our customers and our teams at the heart of everything we do. At Superdrug, we aim to be the best in accessible health \& beauty, loved by our customers for value, choice, friendly advice, service and fun.

Our success comes from our people – they make the difference. We’re all about personality, we have fun, and we work hard to deliver That Superdrug feeling.

Here's the exciting bit… A day includes:

Role Purpose:

The Property \& Investments Finance team plays a pivotal role in providing clear financial insight, analysis and guidance across the property portfolio and capital projects.

We have a great opportunity to join the team as a Finance Analyst responsible for the preparation of Store Investment proposals and analysis relating to Lease Renewals, New Stores and Store Refits. The role works closely with the Property leadership team in securing approval for these proposals from the UK Investment Committee and subsequent approval from our Group Finance function based in Hong Kong.

We care about individual career development and we’re looking for someone who wants to grow with us, with the business supporting you towards either CIMA or ACCA accreditation.

Be the voice of customers and orchestrate the organisation to live the brand purpose and inspire a customer\-first culture to build customer love in every touchpoint of our O\+O platform

A typical day in this role includes:

Business partnering the Property leadership team, providing timely, accurate and insightful analysis to support delivery of company targets and profitability.

Presenting business cases at the fortnightly Investment Committee to secure UK board approval, followed by submission to Group Finance in Hong Kong.

Responding to and coordinating all queries from Group Finance relating to property investment submissions

Developing a strong understanding of all costs controlled by the Property function including, but not limited to Rent, Rates, Service Charge, Project Management costs and Legal fees.

Ownership of month end processes including calculation and posting of accruals and prepayments and providing clear explanations of variances where appropriate.

Preparation of Balance Sheet reconciliations ensuring they are completed with a high degree of accuracy

Supporting the Finance Manager with the Quarterly Forecasting and the Annual Budgeting processes, coordinating inputs from Property and external stakeholders and producing high quality outputs for Board review.

Building a broader understanding of all areas controlled by the Property function in order to support adhoc analysis and help provide cover to the wider Property \& Investments Finance team when required

Identifying opportunities to improve reporting, processes and system use to deliver better insight efficiently

Substituting for the Finance Manager in their absence

This job is a good fit for you if you:

Enjoy owning end\-to\-end financial processes and taking accountability for accuracy, control and delivery

Are confident managing large complex data sets and can bring structure and clarity

Have strong attention to detail, are self\-motivated, confident and enthusiastic

Like working closely with both finance and non\-finance stakeholders, building strong relationships and challenging constructively where needed.

Confidently communicate, challenge and give feedback to others.

Encourage teamwork \& collaboration between their own team and others.

Recognise the strengths \& contribution of various teams, builds on networks to understand priorities of others and how to add value.

Seek feedback and listens to it, takes responsibility to find positive outcomes and solutions.

Generating ideas and feeling that they can be shared both within their immediate team and also outside of the team.

What you’ll need:

Part Qualified CIMA/ACCA or relevant University degree (minimum of 2:1 grade)

Experience using Excel (essential)

Working knowledge of Oracle (desirable)

Strong communication and time management skills

Ability to work in a fast pace and dynamic environment

Ability to develop strong working relationships both across the business and with third parties, including working with non\-finance stakeholders

Key Responsibilities:

Actively looks for new ways of working through Ai that would benefit the business and move things forward

Actively developing your ability to use AI effectively and think critically about outputs

Strengthen Human Touch \- Keeping the human element strong: Balancing AI efficiency with human coaching, empathy, and team cohesion

Here's what's in it for you:

• 33 days holiday rising to 38 days with length of service (inclusive of bank holidays)


• 2 staff discount codes for yourself and a family member or friend


• 30% discount on Superdrug Own Brand Products both in store and online


• Hybrid working patterns available depending on role responsibilities with 2 days working from home and 3 days in our stylish, modern and collaborative office close to East Croydon Station


• Company pension matching and bonus


• We offer Stream \- a money management app that gives you access to a percentage of your pay as you earn it


• Being part of more! We are part of a group who work closely with Savers, The Perfume Shop and Three UK


• We are part of A.S. Watson Group, the world's largest international health and beauty retailer with over 15,700 stores in 25 markets!


• Unrivalled Learning and Development programmes


• Enhanced maternity/shared parental/adoption leave, company sick pay and pregnancy loss and support


• Come and be part of something special!

Why Work With Us?
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Superdrug, where we embrace exciting challenges that make a real difference. We provide a supportive environment where your innovative ideas and proactive spirit are not just welcomed but celebrated. Where you can be you! Are you ready to make your mark with us?

Avivia Digicare

Workplace\+ You and your family will get access to an app that gives you free healthcare services like Digital GP, mental health consultations and an annual health check!

Holiday

You’ll receive up to 25 days of holiday, with the option to buy or sell days each year. Your holiday entitlement increases with your length of service—rising to 28 days after 3 years and up to 30 days after 5 years. Head office employees also enjoy 8 UK bank holidays each year.

Stream

The Stream app allows you to track how much money you’re earning throughout the month and take up to 40% of it ahead of pay day, giving you more pay flexibility. You will also have access to lots of discounts, a financial coach and a competitive saving pot.

Benefits

You can earn up to 30% bonus with March pay, get annual salary reviews in January, receive up to 7% pension contributions, and opt into company\-paid private medical insurance, plus many more benefits. Check out your department page for more!

Amazing Team

Superdrug is a place for everyone. We respect every voice and celebrate individuality. Enjoy team incentives and fun! If you’re passionate and resilient, Superdrug is the place for you!

Team Member Discount

Enjoy perks like 30% off on Superdrug Own Brand products and 10% off on other brands. This includes our Superdrug Health Clinics and Superdrug Online Doctor! We also have friends and family events, where we increase your discount and allow you to share it!

Fantastic Fun

Work at Superdrug is not just work, it’s a fun\-filled journey. We create a vibrant atmosphere filled with positivity. Every day brings new opportunities to learn, grow, and make a difference in the lives of our customers and colleagues.

Inspiring Futures

Superdrug is dedicated to inspiring careers We offer a variety of learning opportunities, including bespoke training programs that equip employees with the skills necessary to advance and transition into different roles.

Journey to Joining Our Amazing Team
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1\. Submit Your Application

Apply online with your CV, highlighting how your skills align with the role at Superdrug.

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2\. Initial Screening

Our recruitment team will review your application and contact you if it matches our requirements to confirm you are comfortable with the core details of the role and to get to know you better!

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3\. First Interview

If selected, you will be invited to a competency\-based interview with the line manager via teams.

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4\. Second Interview

If further selected, you will attend a face\-to\-face interview at our Head Office. Depending on the role, you may be asked to prepare a presentation or complete a task for technical positions. You will be informed in advance if this is required.

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5\. Offer \& Contract

Upon a successful application, you will receive a job offer and contract outlining the specifics of your role, salary, and benefits. Once accepted, we will

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