Job Description

Location : James Hall & Co, Bowland View, Preston, United Kingdom Role overview

Retail Management Accountant

Based at our state-of-the-art head office and distribution centre on the outskirts of Preston, James Hall & Co. Ltd. have been established for over 150 years, proudly serving communities across the north of England as supplier and distributor to over 600 SPAR stores.

We are proud to be one of the biggest employers in Lancashire with over 4000 colleagues representing our core values of passion, enterprise and family every single day.

About the Role

You will be reporting to the Retail Finance Director and managing the day-to-day activities of the Retail Accounts team. This role is responsible for management accounts production, associated reporting and reconciliations for the company owned retail stores division. A key part of this role will be to closely work with and support our fantastic retail operations team.

What will I be doing?

• Lead and manage the Retail Accounts team.
• Preparation and production of the periodic management accounts for the company owned retail stores division (c160 stores in the current estate)
• Periodic balance sheet reconciliations and production of the supporting review pack
• Manage and develop retail management information systems and reporting to enable performance management of the division
• Management and reconciliation of intercompany accounts
• Annual budget preparation for all retail stores
• Work closely with the retail operations management team to provide financial support and reporting
• Finance support in all retail projects
• Continual review and development of processes and procedures for all retail accounting activities
• Adhoc duties as and when required

A Few Things About You

• Good organisational skills and ability to deliver within strict deadlines
• Previous management accounts experience is essential
• Ability to lead and develop a team of trainee accountants
• Excellent attention to detail
• Commitment to on-going development
• Motivated and enthusiastic
• Flexible approach to working hours
• Ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of people
• Strong system and excel skills (intermediate level)

Qualified CIMA/ACCA

James Hall & Co. Ltd. have one simple vison: to still be in business in another 50 years!

To make this vision possible we need the best talent to join us on our journey. We are a family company who believe that if we look after our people, they will look after us.

Here are some of the benefits that you can take advantage of as an employee of James Hall & Co. Ltd.

Company Doctor \xe2\x80\x93 We care about the health and wellbeing of our people. That is why you will have access to our company doctor with the ability to book appointments directly. You will also have access to two nurse practitioners to ensure coverage for all of our colleagues.

Free On-site Parking - You don\xe2\x80\x99t have to worry about paying for parking or getting from your car to the office as our site boasts a secure car park with over 1000 spaces.

Subsidised Canteen \xe2\x80\x93 We know how hard our people work so when hunger strikes, we have an excellent on-site canteen that offers a wide range of freshly cooked meals, salads, sandwiches and confectionary plus free tea and coffee

Holidays \xe2\x80\x93 Everyone needs a break so as an employee of James Hall & Co. Ltd. you will receive our enhanced holiday package of 22 days holidays per year plus bank holidays (unless otherwise stated). Holiday entitlement increases with continuous service every two years

Learning & Development \xe2\x80\x93 We want all of our colleagues to reach their full potential. That is why you will benefit from our in-house learning and development team who will provide you access to fully funded accredited training and industry recognised qualifications.

Life Insurance \xe2\x80\x93 There\xe2\x80\x99s nothing more important than family. We offer life insurance to all of our employees so you can have peace of mind during your career at James Hall & Co. Ltd.

Grocery Aid \xe2\x80\x93 We understand the importance of mental health. We work with the national charity Grocery Aid to provide all colleagues a 24/7 helpline service that is free, independent and confidential. Grocery Aid also offer a wide range of other fantastic services to support you when you need it.

We also offer staff discount, cycle to work scheme, company sick pay, bereavement pay, enhanced pension scheme and our famous Christmas Hamper! Hours 38 hours per week
Department James Hall & Co
Job Type Full time
Contract Type Permanent
Salary Competitive

James Hall & Co