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At Boots Opticians, we are on a mission to build a brilliant future for our people, enabling them to make a difference for our customers and colleagues every day. As the Finance Director for Boots Opticians, you will play a pivotal role in shaping our financial strategy and driving business performance within a dynamic and collaborative environment.
Job Responsibility:
Lead the financial strategy and governance for Boots Opticians, ensuring alignment with overall business objectives
Provide insightful analysis and challenge to drive accountability for strategic goals and annual budgets
Oversee statutory compliance and audit processes, ensuring best-in-class standards in reporting and control
Foster collaboration across the Boots UK and Boots Opticians businesses, and our strategic partner, engaging with internal and external stakeholders to enhance financial performance
Full P&L Responsibility for the Boots Opticians business in conjunction with the Managing Director
Cultivate a high-performing finance team, driving engagement and development to achieve exceptional results
Requirements:
Fully qualified Finance Professional (ACA/CIMA/ACCA) with a proven track record in a senior finance role, within a complex and geographically spread environment (and ideally in a retail/brand environment)
Strong leadership capabilities, with the ability to inspire and mobilise teams towards a shared vision while holding them accountable for performance
Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to translate complex financial data into compelling narratives for non-finance colleagues
Resilience and tenacity to thrive in high-pressure and ambiguous situations, demonstrating sound judgement and decision-making
Experience in managing relationships within a matrix organisation, effectively navigating diverse teams and stakeholders
Experience in leading finance functions through organisational change, demonstrating adaptability and strategic foresight
A strong understanding of global finance disciplines, including management accounting, financial accounting, and planning
Proven ability to drive results and set high standards across finance teams, making a tangible impact on business performance