URBN Finance Business Partner, Logistics

Job title:

URBN Finance Business Partner, Logistics

Company

Urban Outfitters

Job description

About UsURBN 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 SummaryThis position is responsible for leading a team of 2 direct reports in accurately
tracking, analysing, and reporting on EU Logistics and Customer Service costs to
ensure optimal decision-making across the EU Finance and Supply Chain functions.
The role can be based in either our London head office (Brick Lane), or Peterborough
DC reporting into the Head of Supply Chain Finance and is the finance lead for the
Logistics and Customer Service teams.What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead a team of 2: 1 Accountant and 1 Finance Analyst – develop a strong, highly

capable team who are self-motivated to improve all processes and outputs. * Working closely with Head of Operations and Fulfilment Centre leadership teamto interpret and utilise metrics for reporting and driving action to improve results. * Accountability for month end process, executed to a high degree of accuracy and timeliness (including management of PO and invoice process, postings, accurate accruals, prepayments, balance sheet reconciliations).

• Report and communicate monthly performance & variance analysis in the context of operational KPI’s and processes; articulated on the monthly review calls along with any R&O’s.
• Ownership of the Monthly forecasting, annual budgeting and LRP cycles.
• Partner Logistics and Customer Service teams to optimise cost and improve

speed, service, and cost. * Support with ad hoc analysis, commercial and operational project work.

• Additional relationship management with various teams including Brands and AP.
• Drive continuous improvement across financial processes and reporting; to

improve speed, accuracy, and quality. * Systems Used: Micro Strategy, Hyperion, Oracle, Qlik.What You’ll Need

• A fully qualified individual, with relevant Accounting/Finance experience ideally

within the retail/FMCG industry with previous commercial experience. * High degree of initiative and ownership, a motivated self-starter who iscontinually curious and thrives in a fast-paced and evolving environment where
change is the norm. * Strong analytical skills and attention to detail, with an ability to interpret data invarious formats, and an excellent standard of verbal and written communication. * Able to meet deadlines, working with pace and urgency. Can successfully balance multiple priorities, with a disciplined, logical, and practical approach to problem solving.

• Excellent skills in MS Office Suite, with heavy focus on Excel; knowledge of

Oracle, Hyperion, Qlik systems a plus.The PerksThe Perks

• Great team culture within a supportive and inclusive brand

• Dog-friendly office

• Complimentary onsite gym and wellness studio plus wellbeing initiatives

• Onsite café

• Local food/drink discounts

• Great development programmes

• Huge staff discount across the brands

• Competitive holiday allowance

• Pension scheme, life insurance, medical care, cycle to work scheme, season ticket loans

And much more….#URBN#LI-MT1Equal Opportunity StatementURBN 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.

Expected salary

Location

London

Job date

Sun, 12 May 2024 01:48:08 GMT

To help us track our recruitment effort, please indicate in your email/cover letter where (tendersglobal.net) you saw this job posting.