Finance Analyst Retail Shrinkage
Why Savers? Savers is one of the UK’s fastest-growing discount retailers, with 520+ stores bringing great value and brilliant service to high streets nationwide. We’re energetic, down-to-earth and all about people — helping our teams grow, develop and build real careers. No two days are the same here; you’ll roll up your sleeves, make an impact and be part of a culture that genuinely cares. In 2026, Savers was certified as a Great place to Work for a third consecutive year, apply and find out why! Be part of something bigger! Savers is part of AS Watson Group, the worlds largest international health and beauty retailer operating over 17,000 O+O (Offline plus Online) stores under 12 retail brands in 30 markets, with over 130,000 employees worldwide. Here is the exciting bit… We’re looking for a Finance Analyst to join our Retail Finance team and play a big part in supporting the wider Savers business. You’ll help keep everything on track through accurate reporting, smart cost control and valuable insight across shrinkage, security and store performance. In this role, you’ll deliver accurate and timely financial reporting and analysis across shrinkage, security costs and store performance, helping to keep our P&L, balance sheet and forecasts in great shape. You’ll support key finance processes, turn data into clear and practical insight, and work closely with both finance and operational teams to help drive smart decisions across the business. A typical day in this role includes: Support shrinkage reporting and analysis across the business, giving stakeholders clear, timely insight to help shape decisions. Take ownership of the full month-end process for shrinkage, making sure the P&L is accurate, up to date and in line with accounting standards. Build a strong understanding of stock loss drivers to support forecasting and spot opportunities to improve the way we work. Manage security-related costs, such as CCTV and guarding, using analysis and trend reporting to balance cost efficiency with store needs. Work closely with the Retail Finance Manager and business owners on contract reviews and commercial discussions. Take responsibility for cost control across your areas, keeping balance sheets well managed and forecasts insightful. Manage key cost centres, making sure spend stays on track and is regularly reviewed with budget owners. Produce and maintain key store performance reports, including profitability, seasonal trends and sales analysis. Support the Retail Finance Manager and field teams with ad-hoc analysis across areas such as sales and ESG. This job is a good fit for you if you: Love getting stuck into new tasks and can pick things up quickly. Bring a proactive, can-do approach and enjoy solving problems as they come your way. Work accurately and stay organised, even when things get busy. Are naturally curious, confident asking questions and keen to really understand how things work. Have strong communication skills and can build great working relationships across the business. Have great analytical skills and can turn financial data into clear, practical insight for non-finance teams. Have a great eye for detail and can deliver high-quality work under pressure. Enjoy working as part of a small, supportive and high-performing team. Are technically strong and bring a solid understanding of controls and accuracy. Take a structured, organised and logical approach to your work. Have strong Excel skills and feel confident learning new systems and tools. What you will need: Experience in retail or FMCG is essential. You’ll ideally be part-qualified in ACCA, ACA or CIMA. You’ll have strong Excel skills and feel confident working with large, varied data sets. Experience using Oracle Financials and SAP Business Objects would be a bonus. Experience with Power BI would also be an advantage.
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