Finance Officer

3 days ago

Crawley, United Kingdom Redcoat Express Ltd Full time

Redcoat Express is a long-established and growing freight forwarder based in Manor Royal. We are seeking a capable and detail-oriented **Finance Officer** to take ownership of our day-to-day bookkeeping while also contributing to wider financial management and reporting tasks.

This is a **hands-on finance role** that requires solid bookkeeping expertise, strong knowledge of accounting processes, and confidence using **Xero**. You’ll play a key role in supporting our financial operations as we implement Xero and continue to expand our business.

**Key Responsibilities**
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records using **Xero**:

- Manage **accounts payable and receivable** processes
- Perform **bank reconciliations** and ensure integrity of financial data
- Assist with **monthly reporting**, VAT submissions, and year-end preparation
- Process payroll and liaise with external accountants when required
- Monitor cash flow and assist in **budget tracking and forecasting**:

- Support the **Xero implementation and data migration**, including setting up the chart of accounts
- Work closely with management to improve financial processes and provide actionable insights

**What We’re Looking For**
- Proven experience in a **bookkeeping or accounting** role
- Proficiency in **Xero** (essential), with confidence using cloud-based accounting tools
- Solid understanding of the **chart of accounts**, double-entry bookkeeping, and financial reconciliations
- Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and a proactive mindset
- Ability to work independently, manage deadlines, and take initiative
- Experience in freight, logistics, or transport is a plus — but not essential

**Why Join Us?**
- Be part of a **stable and growing** company with a respected industry presence
- Join at an exciting time as we upgrade our systems and enhance our financial operations
- Work in a supportive team where your input will be valued and your responsibilities will grow over time
- Immediate start available

Pay: £37,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Profit sharing

Schedule:

- Flexitime
- Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Crawley RH10 9SY: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

**Experience**:

- Xero: 2 years (preferred)

**Location**:

- Crawley RH10 9SY (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 09/06/2025

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