Finance Trainee
Pontefract - UK
Job Summary
The Role
At NEXT we work at pace and we never stand still.
Our logistics operation is a large-scale international business and we are looking for a Finance Trainee to join our team of 30 specialists at Elmsall.
This is a great opportunity to build your professional experience within a fast-moving retail environment. You will gain hands-on experience from day one supporting a network that spans nine warehouses and international hubs across Ireland Germany and the Middle East.
The role is offered on a 2 year Fixed Term Contract
What You Will Take On
Working within the Logistics Finance team you will help us make a difference by providing clear reporting and analysis for our Online Distribution operation.
- Learning to evolve by assisting with month-end accounts and financial reporting.
- Supporting balance sheet reconciliations and investigating variances to keep our data accurate.
- Producing weekly and monthly KPI reports that help our operational teams work smart.
- Inviting collaboration by working closely with Distribution and Operations teams to understand costs.
- Assisting with forecasting budgeting and monthly finance packs.
- Supporting projects like investment appraisals and onboarding new third-party clients.
What You Will Bring
We are looking for a proactive person who is ready to learn and grow with us. Whether you are a recent graduate or currently studying for a finance qualification you should have a genuine interest in building a long-term career in Finance.
- A degree in Finance Accounting Business or Economics or relevant finance experience.
- An interest in studying towardsACCA or CIMA qualifications.
- Strong numerical skills and confidence working with data in Excel.
- Great attention to detail and a problem-solving mindset.
- The ability to speak clearly and build relationships across different departments.
- A positive attitude and the ability to work well in a changing environment.
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Required Experience:
Intern
About Company
You know Next, but did you know we’re a FTSE-100 retail company employing over 44,000 people across the Next group. We’re the UK’s 2nd largest fashion retailer and for Kidswear we’re the market leader. At the last count we have over 450 stores, plus the Next Online and it’s now possib ... View more