Finance Analyst

About Charlotte Tilbury Beauty

Founded in 2013 by world‑renowned makeup artist and beauty entrepreneur Charlotte Tilbury CBE, Charlotte Tilbury Beauty has transformed the global beauty industry with one mission: to empower everyone, everywhere to look and feel like the most confident version of themselves. With our easy‑to‑use, easy‑to‑choose, easy‑to‑gift icons, we’ve become one of the most talked‑about beauty brands on the planet - and the magic is only growing.

Today, we’re a global beauty phenomenon, scaling at record speed across 50+ markets with over 3,000 Dream Team members bringing the Tilbury magic to life every single day. Across the world, our Retail Teams and Magic Offices work hand‑in‑hand to shape the Charlotte Tilbury experience - from the glamour of London and the style capitals of Europe, to the energy of the Americas, the vibrant beauty hubs of the Middle East and the fast‑growing innovation centres across APAC. Every region brings its own sparkle, culture and community, creating the unmistakable magic of Team Tilbury.

We’re bold. We’re disruptive. We’re powered by creativity, innovation and industry‑leading tech. And as we continue to break records across countries, channels and categories, we’re looking for extraordinary talent to join us.

About the role

We’re excited to be recruiting for a Finance Analyst – UK. The role will focus on OPEX business partnering and provide exposure to month-end reporting, forecasting, budgeting and commercial analysis.

You’ll work closely with the Finance Manager and cross-functional teams, developing the skills and experience required to progress towards a professional finance qualification.

As a Finance Analyst you will

• Assist with the budget and forecasting process of OPEX and CAPEX, working closely with Marketing, VM, PR, Store Design, Store Operations and Training teams for inputs
• Lead monthly meetings and business partner cost centre budget holders to ensure expenditure is being recognised accurately
• Validate and post month end journals to ensure accuracy in UK and Global management accounts
• Prepare month end commentary packs for presentation of actuals vs budget/forecast for Senior Management
• Create, identify, and communicate Risks and Opportunities to forecast, and maintain a schedule for working with and challenging teams on finding optimum levels for efficient use of resources
• Actively contribute to the development of new business opportunities through the business casing process
• Assist in the preparation of P&L files following month end close for presentation to Senior Management
• Enforce PO policy; provide training to new starters and ensure teams are adhering to the policy
• Monthly balance sheet reconciliations
• Ad hoc analysis to support the Senior Finance Manager UK

 Who you will work with

• Reporting into the Senior Finance Manager, UK
• Working closely with other members of the UK finance team, and peers in similar roles across other regions

About you

• Part qualified accountant – CIMA, ACCA, ACA
• Advanced excel skills (Vlookups, Pivot tables, Sum If, Indirect etc) and the ability to build models from scratch
• Experience forecasting
• Commercial and analytical mindset
• Good interpersonal and communication skills, having the confidence to communicate clearly with senior management and challenge commercial teams
• Comfortable dealing with a cross section of stakeholders, both finance and non-finance
• Ability to think logically and methodically
• Positive ‘can-do’ attitude
• Flexible & proactive, with an eagerness to learn
• Highly organised and able to prioritise workload effectively within a scaling business
• Experience with ANAPLAN, Looker, NetSuite
• Retail/FMCG experience is desirable

Charlotte Tilbury is a fast‑paced, dynamic and ever‑evolving environment where agility, ambition and a passion for excellence help our teams thrive. We look for people who want to grow, innovate and be part of a truly global #DreamTeam.

While we outline the experience and skills we believe set candidates up for success, they’re a guide - not a barrier. If you can demonstrate the capabilities needed for the role, we’d love to hear from you, whether you have more or less experience than listed.

Why join us?

• Be a part of this values driven, high growth, magical journey with an ultimate vision to empower everyone, everywhere to be the best version of themselves
• We’re a hybrid model with flexibility, allowing you to work how best suits you
• 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!

At Charlotte Tilbury Beauty, our mission is to empower everyone, everywhere, to feel like the most beautiful and confident version of themselves. We bring this to life by welcoming people from diverse backgrounds, cultures, identities, and perspectives into our global team. A workforce that reflects the world around us helps us better serve our communities, our customers, our colleagues, and every candidate who takes part in our recruitment process.

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