Works closely with senior leadership team to understand market and industry trends, as well as specific dynamics impacting the Company's businesses.
Builds comprehensive and dynamic financial analysis and models to drive insight business operations and provide recommendations and key findings to senior leadership team.
Lead the annual budgeting process, working closely with department heads to develop accurate and achievable budgets.
Develop and maintain financial forecasts, including long-term projections, and regularly update forecasts based on actual performance and changing business conditions.
Ensure alignment between the budget and strategic business goals.
Perform ad hoc financial analysis to support strategic initiatives, such as new business ventures, cost-saving opportunities, and investment decisions.
Supports Company strategic directions and projects from financial review of business case justifications for business-wide projects, including new product introductions, product enhancements, and cost reduction initiatives.
Coordinate with all levels of management to gather, analyze, summarize, and prepare recommendations regarding company strategy, financial plans, new business planning, and operating forecasts.
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field; MBA or CFA preferred.
Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in financial planning and analysis, with a strong background in budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling.
5+ years leadership experience in the logistics industry managing cross functional teams and influencing senior management; prior leadership and management experience required.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial modeling; experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and financial planning software. Experience using Power Business Intelligent (Power BI) and Finance Business Intelligent (F-BI).
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with senior level cross-functional teams.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial data and provide actionable insights.
High level of accuracy and attention to detail in financial analysis and reporting.
Ability to think strategically and contribute to the development and execution of the company’s long-term financial plans.
Strong people management skills, effective at coaching and motivating staff. Serves as a role model in building effective relationships
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English, with the ability to present financial information clearly and concisely to senior management.
Effectively and creatively utilizes all resources (systems, people, etc.) to manage daily operations
Skills
Financial Analysis
Finance + Accounting
Functions
Accounting & Finance
Job Overview
Job Type:
Full-Time
Company
DB Schenker
8 active jobs
Essen, 45128, DE
Industry:
Import, Export & Logistics
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