Job Description
Porsche Retail Group are one of the world’s most iconic brands and are seeking a Financial Accountant for this prestigious Head Office in Reading. With an onsite restaurant, coffee bar, parking, walking distance to multiple shops including Ikea, Sainsburys, Boots and a Prue Gym. This role is a 12-month fixed term Contract to cover Maternity Leave. A detailed job specification will be sent to shortlisted candidates.About the companyPorsche Retail Group is a wholly owned subsidiary of Porsche Cars Great Britain and are one of the largest Porsche Dealer Groups in the UK, representing five Porsche Centres located in Guildford, Hatfield, Mayfair, Reading and West London. Porsche Retail Group are proud to be one of the one of the Best Companies Top 100 large companies to work for in the UK in 2021 and offer an outstanding working environment with great benefits and a competitive package.About the roleAs a Financial Accountant, you will represent the Porsche Retail Group Head Office finance function and report directly to the Head of Finance (Group Financial Controller) in Porsche Retail Group. The role will involve:Creating and building an effective network between the PRG Finance functions and the Centre’s Management teamSupporting management planning and decision making, by identifying, maintaining and evaluating information and recommending actionsWorking closely with the Centre Management to develop a strong business relationship with the teams, whilst at all times remaining independent and objectiveDemonstrating strong commercial awareness, knowledge/understanding of the motor retail business in the UKAbout the key responsibilitiesIn the role of Financial Accountant, you will be responsible for:Annual BudgetsQuarterly ForecastsBusiness PartneringBusiness and Financial AnalysisBusiness IntelligenceGeneral Ledger SystemFinancial ReportingTeam ManagementInteraction with internal and external stakeholdersAbout youTo be successful for the role of Financial Accountant, you will have / be:A motivated individual with a desire to succeed who balances a strong accounting background with the ability to provide effective commercial supportThe understanding of a retail operation and the inherent desire/pressure to achieve retail targets in a competitive environment, balanced against an environment with increased regulation and financial demands both internally and externallyIdeally a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) with a minimum of 5 years’ experience (preferably gained in a retail sales environment).Candidates if you can demonstrate the required skill levels (“Qualified by Experience”).Able to demonstrate a proactive approach, with a desire to improve the businessAble to seek, wherever possible, to enhance efficiency and productivity within the department through optimisation and use of systemsThe ability to communicate effectively and can adjust your style to suit/fit the audience and the message being delivered, whilst maintaining the ability to get the message across to the audienceAbout the hours & rewardsFor the role of Financial Accountant there is a highly competitive salary on offer.You will also receive a fantastic benefits package, including:25 days holiday per year plus bank holidaysPrivate Medical InsurancePension SchemeLife AssuranceStaff preferential rates