Summary
About this role
Who We Are:
Since 1906, New Balance has empowered people through sport and craftsmanship to create positive change in communities around the world. We innovate fearlessly, guided by our core values and driven by the belief that conventions were meant to be challenged. We foster a culture in which every associate feels welcomed and respected, where leaders and creatives are inspired to shape the world of tomorrow by taking bold action today.
JOB MISSION:
The Retail Financial Accountant will be responsible for supporting retail financial reporting and compliance across several European entities. This role places a strong emphasis on reviewing, improving, and standardising key accounting processes in collaboration with our Shared Service Centre and Retail Operations teams. The role involves ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial data, alongside maintaining internal controls that support both commercial initiatives and regulatory compliance.
ΜΑJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Accounting Improvement In Execution:
Lead a project to enhance key retail-related accounting processes across multiple European entities.
Collaborate with the Shared Service Centre alongside Retail Operations departments to drive successful adoption and integration of improved processes.
Build and maintain comprehensive internal procedure documentation to support consistent implementation and operational efficiency
Financial Accounting and Statutory Reporting :
Support the close process across several European entities, including month end accounting and variance analysis.
Assisting with relevant Balance Sheet reconciliations, the related supporting documentation and variance analysis.
Support with year-end audits and financial statements preparation and submissions.
Assist with adhoc compliance requests related to statutory and government reporting requirements.
Operational and Finance Support:
Provide insights through month end variance analysis and reporting.
Support a guideline environment, working closely alongside the shared service centre to standardise processes and focus on continuous improvement.
Assist the EMEA Management, Commercial and Financial Information Systems team as necessary on ad hoc requirements and new projects.
Assist and support transition to the new ERP system.
REQUIREMENTS FOR SUCCESS:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Accounting or Finance.
Relevant years of experience post qualified (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with an audit background.
Motivated with pro-active attitude focused on continual improvement of processes and reporting.
Strong communication skills and able to develop and maintain strong relationship with colleagues.
Organised, structured, able to manage priorities and work to tight deadlines.
High degree of accuracy and eye for detail.
Strong Excel, PowerPoint and presentation skills.
Experience with Microsoft D365 and Oracle desirable, but not essential.
Experience in operational improvement projects and automation.
Great teammate.
BENEFITS:
Discretionary Bonus Opportunity
Discount on the health insurance
8% holiday allowance
Flexible Working Hours
Pension Scheme
25 days Annual Leave per year
Up to €300 travel allowance each month
Hybrid working
On-Site Gym
Employee Discount
Work from-home allowance
Home working equipment
Sports Subscription Services
Opportunity to work from anywhere for up to four weeks per year
Wellbeing and Mental Health Benefit (24/7 Employment Assistance Program & Support
Equal Opportunity Employer:
New Balance is committed to equality of opportunity for all current and prospective associates regardless of age, disability, race, religion or belief, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, marriage and civil partnership and gender reassignment. We are an equal opportunity employer and support a culture of diversity and inclusion.
If you have not already done so, please let us know if you require any support so we can make the right adjustments and considerations should they be required.
Other facts
About New Balance
In 1906, New Balance began as a humble one-man operation founded on the belief that “we were born to move,” and has since grown into an international corporation, selling footwear and apparel in over 120 countries and employing over 14,000 associates worldwide. Our mission has always been to support the performance of athletes, and with an unparalleled focus on quality and craftsmanship, we’ve come to set the standard for comfort and fit in an industry all too often driven by hype.
We’re incredibly proud of our history and how far we’ve come, but companies don’t thrive for over a century by being content.
Whether it’s setting a new style trend, retooling our manufacturing process, or building a new state-of-the-art headquarters, we pursue innovation with a spirit of fearless independence. As the only privately held major footwear company in the world, we’re free to do things our way, pushing limits and testing boundaries as we continually reimagine what could be. After all, the status quo isn’t static.
But doing things our way wouldn’t mean much if we weren’t also doing them the right way. We invest in our associates as they invest in us, and as we move forward, we make a point of giving back, supporting communities around us through ambitious philanthropic efforts and involvement programs. We are a company that cares, and our culture is one of integrity and teamwork where together we become greater than the sum of our parts.
What you'll do
- The Retail Financial Accountant will support retail financial reporting and compliance across several European entities, focusing heavily on reviewing, improving, and standardizing key accounting processes in collaboration with the Shared Service Centre and Retail Operations teams. This role ensures financial data accuracy and integrity while maintaining internal controls supporting commercial initiatives and regulatory compliance.
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