Financial Operations Specialist

1 month ago


Leicester, Leicester, United Kingdom Next Full time

Job Title: Financial Operations Specialist

We are seeking a detail-oriented Financial Operations Specialist to join our Travel & Expenses team at Next Plc's Head Office. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in managing our travel and expense processes, supporting our financial controls, and contributing to essential financial reporting.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Oversee and maintain our Travel & Expense platforms, including corporate cards and travel solutions.
  • Assist in preparing reporting packs and key performance indicators (KPIs), continuously analysing data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
  • Support the Month-End Closing process, including posting journals, reconciling balance sheets, and identifying potential risks.
  • Provide operational support and ensure adherence to financial controls across T&E systems and policies.
  • Play a key role in supporting the company's Carbon Footprint Reporting for T&E by preparing and consolidating data.
  • Develop and maintain procedural documents, taking initiative to enhance business processes.
  • Work with various teams to resolve queries, escalating issues when necessary.
  • Produce and publish business communications and handle ad hoc queries from internal stakeholders.

About You:

  • Proficient in Excel (or similar software like Google Sheets) with experience handling large data sets.
  • Financial background, ideally with experience in balance sheet reconciliations and journal posting.
  • Working towards a Finance qualification (ACCA, CIMA) is advantageous.
  • Strong communicator, able to engage confidently with internal teams and external partners.
  • Well-organised, able to multitask, and work efficiently under pressure to meet strict deadlines.
  • A natural problem solver, able to work independently and contribute to team goals.

Why Next?

This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop your finance career within a dynamic and fast-paced environment. If you're organised, flexible, and passionate about driving financial efficiency, we'd love to hear from you.



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