Finance & Procurement
Managing the finances, legal protection, and procurement operations of a company with an annual turnover exceeding £2 billion is both an exciting and dynamic challenge. As these areas evolve, so does the complexity of ensuring smooth operations.
The more effectively we manage these functions—through the efforts of talented and passionate individuals—the better we can serve our customers. This, in turn, drives the growth and success of the entire business.
Our Departments
Management Accounting
Management Accounting
Management accounting plays a critical role in supporting internal decision-making within Harrods. The team’s primary purpose is to provide managers with insights on financial and non-financial information to help make better decisions, control costs, plan budgets and improve business performance. It’s used internally to guide operations and help make strategic decisions.
Finance Operations
Finance Operations
Finance operations manage the day-to-day financial activities of a business, like processing transactions, managing cash flow, and ensuring accurate financial reporting. It ensures smooth financial management and supports overall business efficiency.
Procurement
Procurement
Procurement is the process of sourcing and purchasing goods or services a company needs to operate. This includes selecting suppliers, negotiating contracts, and managing purchases to ensure cost-effectiveness and quality.
Financial Planning
Financial Planning
Financial planning with business partners involves collaborating with key stakeholders, such as department heads or external partners, to align financial strategies with overall business goals. This process ensures that budgeting, forecasting, and resource allocation support shared objectives, drive performance, and promote growth across the organization.
Key Roles
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Finance Business Partner
A finance business partner works closely with various departments within a company to provide financial insights and support strategic decision-making. They analyze financial data, help with budgeting and forecasting, and offer advice on how to improve business performance. By acting as a bridge between finance and other teams, they ensure that financial planning aligns with the overall goals of the business.
Management Accountant
A management accountant provides financial insights and support to help managers make informed decisions, plan effectively, and improve performance. Management accountants bridge the gap between financial data and strategic decision-making by analysing and interpreting financial and non-financial information. Their responsibilities include budgeting, forecasting, cost analysis, performance measurement, decision support, risk management and internal reporting. They provide insights on financial trends, evaluate financial performance, and support strategic planning, ensuring that resources are used efficiently and effectively to achieve business goals.
Accounts Payable Assistant
An accounts payable assistant is responsible for managing a company’s outgoing payments. Their tasks include processing invoices, verifying expenses, ensuring accuracy in financial records, and maintaining relationships with suppliers. They also help prepare financial reports and assist with month-end closing activities to ensure that all payments are recorded accurately and on time.
Procurement Category Manager
A Procurement Category Manager oversees the sourcing and purchasing of specific categories of goods or services within a company. Their responsibilities include developing category strategies, conducting market research, negotiating contracts with suppliers, and managing relationships to ensure quality and cost-effectiveness.
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Location
Location
Hammersmith
Job Type
Full Time
Sector
Finance, Legal and Internal Audit
Contract Type
Permanent
Description
Our Procurement team are now looking for a dedicated Procurement Category Manager to join them and support their strategic initiatives.About the Role In this role you will be responsible for overseein
Reference
VAC- 43221
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
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