Senior Retail Management Accountant

Who We Are: Since 1906, New Balance has empowered people through sport and craftsmanship to create positive change in communities around the world. We innovate fearlessly, guided by our core values and driven by the belief that conventions were meant to be challenged. We foster a culture in which every associate feels welcomed and respected, where leaders and creatives are inspired to shape the world of tomorrow by taking bold action today. At New Balance, We Got Now.

JOB MISSION:

The Senior Retail Management Accountant will act as a finance business partner to our Retail department across several European entities. The person in this position will work closely with business leaders and across finance to deliver accurate, timely, and insightful information on performance, as well as assist in both short and long-term strategic plans.

MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Full ownership of profit and loss reporting, balance sheet reviews, and month-end accounting (prepayment, accruals) across several European entities. Be the finance lead in year-end audits, financial statement preparation, and external reporting across each entity. Act as the key point of contact with external advisors for corporation tax preparation. Take control of forecasts and budgets for both profit and loss and balance sheets across each entity. Be the finance lead for EMEA retail inventory and goods in transit reconciliations. Provide commentary on retail performance within each entity to the DTC Retail Finance Manager and business leads to inform commercial decision-making. Assist in the preparation of retail monthly business review packs. Provision of management information, KPI analysis, and ad hoc requests to business partners, delivering insights to drive both short-term results and long-term strategic plans. Assist the EMEA Management and Commercial Accounts team as necessary on both day-to-day tasks, new system implementations, and any new projects.

REQUIREMENTS FOR SUCCESS:

Relevant degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or Business. A minimum of 2 years post-qualified (ACA / ACCA / CIMA / RA / AA or accounting equivalent). Knowledge and experience working in a similar role within a Direct to Consumer organisation preferred. English language proficiency is required as the working language is English. Team player Strong communication skills, and ability to develop and maintain strong relationships with colleagues. Highly organised, structured, able to manage priorities and work to tight deadlines. Motivated with a pro-active mindset focussed on continual improvement of reporting. High degree of accuracy and a strong eye for detail. Advanced Excel & PowerPoint skills and ability to pick up new IT systems quickly.

BENEFITS:

Discretionary Bonus Opportunity Discount on the health insurance 8% holiday allowance Flexible Working Hours Pension Scheme 25 days Annual Leave per year Up to €250 travel allowance each month Hybrid working Employee Discount Work from-home allowance Home working equipment Sports subscription via OneFit Opportunity to work abroad for four weeks per year Wellbeing and Mental Health Benefit (24/7 Employment Assistance Program & Support) Equal Opportunity Employer: New Balance is committed to equality of opportunity for all current and prospective associates regardless of age, disability, race, religion or belief, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, marriage and civil partnership and gender reassignment. We are an equal opportunity employer and support a culture of diversity and inclusion. If you have not already done so, please let us know if you require any support so we can make the right adjustments and considerations should they be required.