Cost Accountant: Nutrition

About THG

THG is one of the world’s fastest growing and largest online retailers. We have over a decade of experience building and growing brands in the Beauty and Wellness sectors, in over 160 markets. We create brilliant digital brand experiences and our in-house team design, develop and build a bespoke proprietary technology platform that is used by hundreds of millions of people worldwide. With a world-class business, a proprietary technology platform, and disruptive business model, our ambition is to be the global digital leader. Our culture is fast-paced and ambitious – we like to move twice as fast others believe to be possible. This belief is a fundamental part of the DNA that has supported our incredible growth. Our people are our strength and we have over 4,000 diverse, smart thinkers across the globe who are encouraged to think creatively and empowered to turn their ideas into actions. To support our ambitious growth, we are looking for commercially astute, ambitious individuals that can bring fresh and innovative thinking to THG and play a part in driving the Group forward on its truly exciting journey.

About Finance at THG

Finance at THG is a rapidly growing and evolving team, covering all areas of finance from central functions such as accounts receivable and payable, treasury, tax and internal audit, to specific commercial teams for each of our divisions; Beauty, Tech, Consumer, Health and Brands. As the business expands and takes on new challenges in the form of acquired businesses or new ventures, finance is there to support every step of the way, leading to dynamic and challenging roles – no two days are the same! Common characteristics among our team are the ability to drive change, adaptability and resourcefulness, to ensure we can keep pace with the business, without compromising on financial control or sales performance.

About the Role

This role is within the Nutrition Division’s Finance function and offers exposure to our acquired manufacturing entities. This role is a combination of business partnering, supporting the manufacturing sites to maximize the bottom-line, and day-to-day management accounting.

Main role and responsibilities:

• Prepare and take ownership of month-end for P&L and BS, demonstrating a keen eye for detail
• Prepare and present weekly/ quarterly rolling forecasting and annual budgets on financial performance
• Ensure strong financial controls are in place
• Work closely with central and site teams to have a sound understanding of the mechanics of the P&L
• Fully support and engage with the Financial Controller to ensure a holistic view of performance to provide insight to support commercial analysis on trading performance
• A proactive approach to month-end and financial planning
• Supporting the wider team where necessary
• Multi-site cover so travel once a fortnight to site in Luton. Travel to Manchester offices will also be required. 

Role Requirements

• Part-qualified (CIMA/ ACCA/ ACA)
• Experience of preparing management accounts in a manufacturing environment is desirable
• Ambitious and keen to add instant value within an aspiring and challenging environment
• Proven record of delivering against targets
• A confident mindset, comfortable in dealing with a wide range of non-financial key stakeholders
• Team work to achieve division goals

THG is proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer. If you are invited to interview, please let us know if there are any reasonable adjustments we can make to the recruitment process that will enable you to perform to the best of your ability.