Holland & Barrett
Finance Business Partner - Retail Operations
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Location: We offer hybrid working, with an expectation that you'll be present at one of our Holland & Barrett offices in Nuneaton (CV10 7RH) for a minimum of 2 days per week, with travel to stores as and when required.
Contract: 12 Month fixed term maternity cover
The Role
Retail isn't what it used to be. It's faster, leaner and more competitive than ever. Every decision matters – from how we staff our stores to where we invest for growth.
And behind every smart decision? A finance partner who knows the numbers, understands the business and isn't afraid to speak up. That's where you come in...
This isn't about reporting on the past. It's about shaping the future of a £650m retail operation spanning more than 800 stores across the UK and Ireland.
You'll give senior Retail stakeholders the insight they need and the challenge they might not always expect. Your work will influence revenue plans, store profitability and decisions affecting millions of customers.
For you, it's an opportunity to get close to the action, influence at the highest level and help shape the commercial performance of one of the UK's best-known retail brands.
What you'll be doing
- Lead revenue and cost forecasting, reporting and long-range planning across Retail.
- Partner with Retail Directors, Stores and Property teams to understand and improve store profitability.
- Turn weekly, monthly and ad-hoc reporting into clear insight people can act on.
- Challenge assumptions, highlight risks and uncover opportunities across revenue, stock loss, operating costs and capital.
- Build robust financial models and scenarios that support confident commercial decisions.
- Present budgets, forecasts and recommendations to senior stakeholders.
- Help improve how Finance works by supporting reporting automation and AI-led transformation.
- Provide direction and support to Finance Analysts working across the Retail agenda.
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The Person
What you'll bring
- A recognised accountancy qualification: ACA, ACCA or CIMA.
- Experience in finance business partnering or financial planning and analysis within a complex or multi-site organisation.
- A strong understanding of revenue forecasting and the commercial drivers behind retail performance.
- Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills, including scenario planning.
- The confidence to challenge senior stakeholders constructively and back your recommendations with evidence.
- The ability to turn complex data into a clear, compelling story.
- Experience with tools such as Anaplan or Power BI would be useful, as would an interest in automation and AI.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits
- Health Cash Plan
- Life Assurance
- Private Virtual GP
- FREE at-home blood test kit
- Holiday Purchase option
- Pension Contribution
- Access to ‘Wellhub' with gyms, studios and wellbeing apps
Discounts & Savings
- 25% Colleague Discount in store and online
- Exclusive Discounts from a wide range of partners
- £/€50 Annual Product Allowance to spend in store
Learning & Development
- Access to a variety of learning opportunities, including Level 2-5 Apprenticeships, Workshops and our Digital Learning Library
AND MORE!
Holland and Barrett is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome diverse perspectives and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all colleagues. We understand that when our colleagues are listened to, respected and valued for who they are, we build an organisation with belonging at its heart – making health and wellness a way of life for everyone.
Holland & Barrett does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms/recruiters. Please do not forward resumes to our job alias, employees, or any other company location. Holland & Barrett is not and will not be responsible for any fees if a candidate submitted by a search firm/recruiter unless otherwise agreed with respect to specific open position(s).
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