Financial Controller

DHL Express; Auckland; On-site; NZD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

DHL Express – Auckland airport, North Island is seeking a Financial Controller to lead financial planning and controlling activities. You will partner with business owners, coordinate budgets, forecast performance and deliver insightful reports to management.

This role demands strong analytical ability, cross-functional collaboration and a focus on accuracy and timeliness. In this position you will drive cost analyses, support profitability initiatives, ensure regulatory compliance, and

Qualifications

• Experience in financial controlling and planning to support business decisions.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate data into actionable insights.
• Ability to coordinate with multiple countries and accounting teams.

Responsibilities

• Implement controlling objectives, plans and processes for small to medium scale complexity.
• Deliver projects and analyses including budgets, forecasts and performance reporting.
• Provide timely financial analysis and management reporting to inform decisions.
• Guide managers on interpreting financial data and improving profitability.

Skills

Financial analysis

Budgeting

Cost allocation

Forecasting

Management reporting

Job description

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DHL Express – Auckland airport, North Island

At DHL Express, we are the world's leading international express service provider, connecting people and businesses across more than 220 countries and territories.

As a Financial Controller, you will be part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to driving success through effective financial management and strategic planning. If you are a recognized subject matter expert with a passion for controlling and a desire to make a significant impact, we encourage you to apply!

Key Responsibilities

• Implement controlling objectives, plans and processes for specific business areas of small to medium scale complexity.
• Deliver controlling projects and activities, providing financial risk and opportunity analysis of operations, investment reviews and controls.
• Conduct thorough analysis of complex data, preparing forecasts, reports and recommendations to inform management decision-making.
• Provide accurate and timely financial analysis, performance-related reporting and relevant financial/non-financial information to management.
• Execute policies related to financial areas, budgets and general costs for the preparation of statements necessary for budget control.
• Coordinate cost allocation and profitability analysis within relevant systems.
• Prepare and submit monthly reporting and financial presentations to management, coordinating with countries and accounting teams.
• Act as a financial advisor, providing guidance on regulatory, tax and financial planning decisions, including annual budget consolidation and profitability enhancement measures.
• Support business owners in the preparation and analysis of business cases.
• Analyze issues and suggest enhancements in existing controlling processes, systems, techniques and methods to improve transparency and efficiency through digitalization and automation.
• Administer reporting processes for ESG controlling where applicable. including data collection and KPI definition.
• Guide business managers in interpreting financial information and drawing actionable conclusions.