Systems Accountant (EPM Reporting)

Job Description

Systems Accountant (EPM Reporting)

Do you want to be a key member of the team shaping the future of a world class Finance department?

As part of our ongoing commitment to improving our financial operating systems, we are currently undergoing a significant finance transformation by transitioning to Oracle Cloud. Presenting a unique opportunity to make a significant impact and contribute to the future success of our organisation. We are searching for skilled and motivated individuals to join the team to play an important part in this.

If you are a self motivated individual with a passion for finance and technology, we invite you to apply for the Systems Accountant (EPM Reporting)  position and be part of our exciting journey towards excellence.

About the role

Reporting to the Reporting Lead within the Finance Transformation team, you will play a pivotal role in supporting our finance transformation to Oracle Cloud by providing expertise in reporting technologies.

You will collaborate closely with the Reporting Lead and other team members to ensure the successful integration and utilisation of reporting capabilities within Oracle Cloud. You should possess a comprehensive knowledge and practical experience in Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) procedures as well as ‘superuser’ engagement with the reporting tools within a financial system.

Responsibilities

• Reporting Strategy Development: Assist the Reporting Lead in developing and executing a comprehensive reporting strategy aligned with the objectives of the finance transformation programme.
• Requirements Gathering: Work closely with stakeholders to gather reporting requirements, analyse business needs, and translate them into technical specifications for Oracle Cloud reporting.
• Report Development and Optimisation: Work closely with EPM Reporting analyst to Design, develop and optimise reports ensuring accuracy, reliability and timeliness of financial information.
• Quality Assurance and Compliance: Ensure adherence to data governance standards and regulatory requirements in reporting processes. 
• Perform quality checks on reports to maintain data integrity.
• Continuous Improvement: Proactively identify opportunities for process improvement and optimisation within the reporting function. 
• Implement enhancements to increase efficiency and usability.
• Training and Support: Provide support to end-users on Oracle reporting tools and processes. 
• Act as a subject matter expert and provide guidance on best practices for report creation and interpretation.
• Collaboration and Communication: Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and communicate updates.

About you

• Strong understanding of financial planning and analysis (FP&A) processes and financial reporting.
• Knowledge of Oracle EPM Cloud applications preferable but not necessary (including Planning, Financial Consolidation and Close, Profitability and Cost Management, Account Reconciliations and other related modules).
• Understanding of OLAP multidimensional models eg: TM1, Essbase desirable.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across functions and levels of the organisation.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality, accurate financial reports.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing priorities.

About Us
You know Next, but did you know we’re a FTSE-100 retail company employing over 35,000 people across the UK and Ireland. We’re the UK’s 2nd largest fashion retailer and for Kidswear we’re the market leader. At the last count we have over 500 stores, plus the Next Online and it’s now possible to buy on-line from over 70 countries around the world! So we’ve gone global!

About some of our Benefits

• 25% off most NEXT, MADE*, Lipsy*, Gap* and Victoria's Secret* products (*when purchased through NEXT)
• Company performance based bonus
• Sharesave scheme
• On-site Nursery available; OFSTED outstanding in all areas
• 10% off most partner brands & up to 15% off Branded Beauty
• Early VIP access to sale stock
• Access to fantastic discounts at our Staff Shops
• Restaurants with great food at amazing prices
• Access a digital GP and other free health and wellbeing services
• Free on-site parking
• Financial Wellbeing - Save, track and enhance your financial wellbeing
• Apprenticeship - Grow and develop on the job whilst gaining a qualification
• Direct to Work - Discount online and in store, collect your items the next day for free from your place of work or local store
• Support Networks - Access to Network Groups to empower and celebrate each other
• Wellhub - Discounted flexible monthly gym memberships, with apps, PT sessions and more

Conditions apply to all benefits. These benefits are discretionary and subject to change.
We aim to support all candidates during the application process and are happy to provide workplace adjustments when necessary. Should you need support with your application due to a disability or long-term condition, feel free to get in touch with us by email headoffice_careers@next.co.uk (please include 'Workplace Adjustments' in the subject line), or call us on 0116 284 2486 and leave a voicemail.

Apply Before 08/23/2024, 08:21 PM

For further information, and to apply, please visit our website via the “Apply” button below.