The NX Group is seeking a highly skilled Financial Controller to oversee and manage financial operations, ensuring accuracy, compliance and efficiency. The role will include financial planning, reporting, budgeting and cost control. The ideal candidate will take a proactive approach in shaping the role, identifying opportunities for improvement and driving financial efficiency to support business growth.
Reporting to the Finance Director, this key role involves the day to day management of the finance function in a fast moving logistics and warehouse company. The role will oversee all aspects of finance and payroll, as well as ensuring The NX Group remains compliant with all relevant legislations.
Key Accountabilities
Manage the finance function, including key tasks:
Banking / cash flow / reconciliation
Sales ledger
Purchase ledger
Monthly payroll
Monthly VAT return
Weekly and monthly reporting
Budgets and forecasts
Ensure compliance with all financial regulations and legislation guidelines
Take initiative in identifying and implementing processes to enhance financial efficiency and accuracy
Use all available evidence to make informed decisions and solve issues
General
Ensure the high level of Health, safety and welfare of all self and others through adherence to the Health and Safety statement and policy
Adhere to all relevant office standard operating procedures and risk assessments at all times
Work efficiently and effectively as part of a team
Be adaptable and flexible in your approach to work
To perform any reasonable request from the Finance Director
Skills and Experience
Previous finance experience
Part or fully qualified accountant
Ability to communicate financial concepts at a senior level
Maintain strict confidentiality of financial data, sensitive company information and employee records
Takes ownership for own performance
Able to work to time sensitive deadlines and prioritise work
Be analytical, able to problem solve and make decisions
Excellent numeracy, spoken and written communication skills
Strong IT skills (competent user of Office 365 package) including the extraction of data and manipulation of data
Advanced level on Microsoft Excel required
Experience of using Transport / Warehouse Management Systems is desirable
Proficiency in accounting software - experience in SAGE is desirable
Willing to challenge established practices
Strict attention to detail
Able to keep calm under pressure
Ability to communicate with customers and suppliers on a daily basis
Have exceptionally high standards
Good organisational skills
Due to the nature of our business you will be required to complete a standard DBS check that will provide us with criminal record information.
If you are a proactive and detail driven finance profession looking to make a real impact we would love to hear from you. This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of our financial operations, implement improvements, drive efficiency and support our growing logistics business.