Opex Controller (FP&A) - Retail

Reference: 4840398Job ID: 5422014Posted: 2026-10-27Closing date: 2027-01-25Location: LondonSalary: 40,000 - 50,000 (per annum)Job type: PermanentWorking pattern: Full time / Flexible workingIndustry: Manufacturing & Production / Part Qualified AccountantCompany: HaysConsultant: Keval PatelHays office: London-City — 5th Floor, 107 Cheapside,Phone: 020 3465 0017Email: keval.patel@hays.comYour new companyYou will work for a large international consumer and retail group operating across branded products, specialist retail and associated services, with a significant global footprint.Your new roleManaging cost reporting, budgeting and forecasting. Providing insightful analysis on financial performance and key variances. Partnering with stakeholders to support commercial decision-making.

Identifying risks, opportunities and potential cost efficiencies. Producing meaningful management information and reporting. Supporting improvements across finance processes and controls.Business Partnering with various key stakeholders/teams including procurement and marketing.Reconciliation/tracking of actuals.

What you'll need to succeedRecent, relevant experience, working in a similar FP&A/Analyst or Opex rolePart qualified (CIMA/ACCA)Experience working in a product-based industry i.e. Retail, Manufacturing, FMCGERP system experience i.e. SAP, OracleStrong reconciliation skillsMonth end closeIntermediate/advanced ExcelImmediate availability is highly desirable.

Up to a 1 month notice period will be consideredWhat you'll get in returnFlexible working options are available with a hybrid working pattern of 3 days in the office and 2 from home following successful completion of probationPension (7% employer contribution)Study support (offered on a case by case basis)Discretionary bonus (based on company performance)25 days annual leave per annum (plus bank holidays)Option to buy shares with additional company contributionPrivate healthcareWhat you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #4840398 - Keval Patel