Senior Finance Analyst – Central and People Costs

Charlotte Tilbury Beauty

Senior Finance Analyst at Charlotte Tilbury Beauty managing financials for Central and People Costs. Supporting budget preparation and adherence to internal controls within a hybrid working model.

Posted 7/16/2026full-timeLondon • 🇬🇧 United KingdomSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in financial management, including OPEX tracking, budget preparation, and financial modeling. Proficient in advanced Excel and familiar with forecasting systems like Anaplan, while effectively communicating with senior management and cross-functional teams.

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Part Qualified AccountantAdvanced Excel SkillsFinancial ModelingAnaplan ExperienceInterpersonal Communication

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Hard Skills

OPEX TrackingBudget PreparationMonth End Journal PostingFinancial CommentaryRisk Identification

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailOrganizational SkillsProactive AttitudeCuriosityCommunication Skills

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPointAnaplan

Certifications & Qualifications

Part Qualified AccountantACACIMAACCA

Industry Keywords

RetailFMCGGroup AuditsCentral PayrollInternal Controls

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage OPEX trackers for Central OPEX Functions (Finance, People and Legal etc.), including regular communication with budget holders to ensure the accuracy of POs & ensure PO trackers are fully updated ahead of month end meetings
Attend month end meetings with the Central Opex Function stakeholders to discuss monthly performance & full year outlook
Prepare month end commentary for actuals vs budget/forecast
Identify key Risks & Opportunities within Central Functions & Central Payroll
Own month end journal posting for Central Payroll and Central Opex Functions
Work with the Payroll team to ensure accurate posting of head office costs each month
Support preparation of annual budgets and regular reforecasts for Central Payroll and Central Functions
Completing financial modelling and other ad hoc projects, as and when required to support the People team, the CFO, Director of Group FP&A and Group FP&A team
Implementing and adhering to the Group’s internal controls
Supporting the People and Finance teams with Group Audits

Requirements

What you’ll need

Part Qualified/ Newly Qualified Accountant – ACA/CIMA/ACCA equivalent
Previous experience in Retail/FMCG desirable
Advanced Excel skills with experience of building and working with models, reports and large data sets
Experience using Microsoft Powerpoint
Experience using Anaplan (or a similar forecasting system) desirable
Ability to think logically and methodically, with excellent attention to detail
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, having the confidence to communicate clearly with senior management and cross-functional stakeholders (both finance and non-finance)
Flexible & proactive, with curiosity and eagerness to learn
Highly organised and able to prioritise workload effectively within a fast paced, scaling business

Benefits

Comp & perks

25 days holiday (plus bank holidays) with an additional day to celebrate your birthday
Inclusive parental leave policy that supports all parents and carers throughout their parenting and caring journey
Financial security and planning with our pension and life assurance for all
Wellness and social benefits including Medicash, Employee Assist Programs and regular social connects with colleagues
Bring your furry friend to work with you on our allocated dog friendly days and spaces
And not to forget our generous product discount and gifting!