Finance & Legal
Financial Accountant

About the job

  • Trade House, Mead Avenue, Houndstone Business Park, Yeovil, BA22 8RT
  • Competitive
  • Permanent Full Time (37.5 hours) - Permanent
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Overview

It’s a great time to join Screwfix. Thanks to the hard work of our team and record-breaking sales, we’re proud to be one of the fastest-growing retailers in the UK. And we want to pass that growth onto you. 

This is exciting and rare opportunity for a qualified accountant to join the Screwfix Ops Finance Team! This is a newly created role so the incoming person will have the chance to make it their own. We are a successful growing business and are still opening new stores and with growth comes opportunity to improve what we do as well as support the continued growth of Screwfix. Reporting to the Financial Controller, this role would suit someone looking for their first or second move out of practice or someone looking to continue their career in industry have qualified in recent years. There is no line management responsibility for this role, instead the right person will be an excellent investigator, collaborator and communicator who will be tasked with delivering a series of accounting and finance projects. In delivering this workstream you will be supporting the teams in Ops Finance mitigate risks and maximise opportunities for the business and improving the financial control environment along the way.

At Screwfix, we believe happy, fulfilled colleagues create a stronger business. That’s why we’ve built a workplace that works for you—combining flexibility, inclusivity, and sustainability with opportunities to thrive.

Work-Life Balance:

Enjoy the best of both worlds:  Our hybrid working offering includes face-to-face collaboration at our welcoming Head Office and flexible hours to fit life’s priorities, whether it’s the school run or personal time.

Belonging & Growth:

From day one, you’ll feel part of a team that values your voice and supports your growth. We’re proud to champion diversity because we know unique perspectives make us stronger. Whether starting out or looking for your next step, you’ll thrive here

Sustainability That Matters:

We’re committed to creating a better future, taking bold steps to reduce carbon emissions, use sustainable packaging, and innovate for a greener world. Sustainability drives everything we do, and we’re proud to make a real impact for our planet and future generations.

Join Screwfix and discover a workplace where you can belong, grow, and help build a more sustainable future.

Key responsibilities

  • Lead investigations determine ‘root cause’ of issues, collaborating with teams within Finance and beyond to generate solutions and process improvements to mitigate risks and realise opportunities.
  • Support the finance teams with technical knowledge and expertise to further strengthen the financial control environment.
  • Prepare and review monthly management accounts, highlighting risks/challenges or areas requiring review and or attention/action.
  • Prepare and review statutory accounts and annual reports, collaborating with others to ensure all information is present and accurately reported.
  • Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring the integrity of reported assets and liabilities, seeking ways of mitigating risks and identify opportunities.
  • Ensure all Group submissions are completed accurately and on time with appropriate supporting information and commentary.
  • Ensure accurate and timely posting of journals to the Finance system.
  • Support internal and external audits as required.
  • Support business transformation activities as required.
  • Ensure all standard operating procedures are complete and updated annually.
  • Ensure compliance with the Group Financial Reporting Manual and Screwfix internal controls.
  • Where appropriate, escalate risks/issues to Financial Controller for review, mitigation and discussion
  • Identify process improvement opportunities which support continuous improvement as part of Screwfix Smart Working.
  • Support senior leadership with ad-hoc projects as required.

Required skills & experience

  • Qualified Accountant.
  • Experience in the retail industry and/or in a centralised head office or Shared Services structure.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively across the business and with third parties.
  • Intermediate Excel skills as a minimum.
  • Financial acumen - ability to analyse and interrogate high volumes of data to guide commercial decisions.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics or Coda would be advantageous.
  • Ability to develop solutions to problems and identify process improvement opportunities.

At Screwfix, Your Wellbeing Comes First:

We’re dedicated to helping you thrive at work and at home. With a fantastic range of benefits, opportunities for self-development, and an annual discretionary bonus of up to 20%, we put your wellbeing at the heart of everything we do.

Your Wellbeing, Our Priority:

Health Support: 24/7 GP services, discounted gym memberships, and wellness resources like PepTalk.

Financial Wellbeing: Up to 14% employer pension contributions, life cover of up to 4x salary, and tools like Wagestream to track earnings and save.

Everyday Perks: 20% staff discounts at Screwfix and B&Q, savings on bikes, and exclusive offers via the Hapi app.

Opportunities to Grow: We believe in self-development and creating space for you to thrive. With access to training, career growth, and support networks, we’ll help you build a brighter future.

We believe in equity for all. Please let us know at careers@screwfix.com if you need any additional support or adjustments when it comes to your application.

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We all do better when we’re celebrated for who we are. Which is why a warm, equal and inclusive culture is integral to our culture at Screwfix. Our Employee Inclusion Network, 'Us', helps colleagues to share ideas and work collaboratively in pursuit of a fairer, more diverse workplace. With the support of our leadership team, ‘Us’ is comprised and led by true Ambassadors for Diversity & Inclusion. It’s an open space where colleagues can share experiences, learn about allyship, and ultimately, feel free to be themselves.

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Head Office

Our Head Office is in Yeovil, Somerset: a beautiful location in the heart of the West Country. Within easy reach of London, working flexibly in Somerset offers a great balance of tranquillity and opportunity.

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Head Office location

Trade House, Houndstone Business Park, Mead Ave, Yeovil BA22 8RT

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Application process

Apply

Apply

Applying online is simple. Fill in some basic details and upload your most recent CV. If you’re applying for a S.A. you’ll also need to complete a Situational Judgement Test.

Interview

Interview

Prior to your interview, we recommend a thorough read of our careers page and even a trip to your local Trade Counter, to learn as much about us as possible. Your interview will consist of competency-based questions, and a chat about your experience, knowledge of Screwfix and the role you’ve applied for. Interviews may be held on the phone or over video chat, followed by a visit to store to meet the team.

Offer

Offer

If we think we’re a good match, we’ll make you an official offer. Once you’ve accepted and we’ve completed the pre-employment checks, you’ll receive your shiny new contract.

Financial Accountant

Financial Accountant

  • Trade House, Mead Avenue, Houndstone Business Park, Yeovil, BA22 8RT
  • Permanent Full Time (37.5) - Permanent
Apply now