About the Job We are looking for a skilled and results-driven Financial Sales Controller to manage and optimize trade spending and oversee financial reporting within our organization. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in trade spend management, budget control, and credit management, ideally within the food distribution industry.

Key Responsibilities

Review & Verify Trade Spend

• Validate trade spend transactions for accuracy and ensure compliance with company policies.


• Prepare and present detailed reports on trade spending activities to senior management.


• Collaborate with internal teams to gather data for accurate reporting.


• Analyze trade spend data to identify trends and opportunities for optimization.

Internal Controls & Policy Adherence

• Develop and enforce procedures to maintain internal controls and financial regulations compliance.


• Monitor sales reporting to ensure alignment with company policies.

Supplier Claims Management

• Follow up on supplier reimbursements and claims to ensure timely processing.


• Coordinate with suppliers to resolve outstanding claims and ensure compliance with agreements.

Budgetary Control & Forecasting

• Oversee trade spending budgets, ensuring expenditures remain within approved limits.


• Regularly review budget vs. actuals, address variances, and implement corrective measures.


• Work with finance and other departments to ensure accurate budgeting and financial forecasting.

Credit Control Management

• Oversee credit control processes to maintain healthy customer accounts and minimize risks.


• Monitor customer credit limits, review outstanding balances, and enforce credit policies.


• Resolve payment issues, reduce overdue receivables, and implement effective collection strategies.


• Provide regular credit control reports to management, highlighting overdue accounts and risks to cash flow.

Skills

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of experience in financial control, trade spend management, or related roles, preferably in the food distribution industry.


• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data.


• Proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Excel.


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.


• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and collaborate with cross-functional teams.