Job Description
We’re looking for a professional competitive and focused individual, who will develop, maintain, and grow relationships. This position will lead across all financial control aspects for the UK business and be the local expert adviser for accounting and tax issues, ensuring both compliance and valued input into commercial decisions. This role reports directly to the Finance Director and requires a strong partnership with the UK Operations and Global finance teams.
Responsibilities
- Support the Finance Director in establishing efficient processes that support the financial responsibilities within the Company.
- Identify opportunities to utilize our systems further.
- Support the wider SMT in their financial reviews and planning.
- Oversee the production of all monthly company management accounts including the creation of divisional and product monthly regional reports for presentation to the Operational team.
- Oversee the creation of monthly and annual reports to identify results, trends and financial forecasts.
- Manage cash flow by tracking transactions and regularly reviewing internal reports.
- Monitor the working capital management position of the business in order to report progress to the executive team.
- Support ad-hoc finance projects such as, Fast-Close and Finance Transformation implementation.
- Supervise and manage financial department staff including Accountants and Finance Assistants.
- Motivate and lead finance team members through regular planning and feedback.
- Be an active member in the implementation of a new accounting system ensuring that adequate processes and procedures are developed.
- Ensure all financial transactions are properly recorded and reported.
- Establish and implement financial reporting systems.
- Ensure accurate and timely statutory reporting.
- Develop and review budgets and financial plans.
What’s on offer?
- Work for the fastest growing logistics and freight forwarding company.
- Competitive remuneration package.
- Internationally diverse, social and dynamic team.
- Innovative and agile working environment.
- Hybrid working model with flexibility to work remotely.
- Staff development programs.
- Career development opportunities.