FP&A Manager- Logistics

Summary:

The FP&A Manager for Logistics will support the organization with budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, expense analysis, operational reporting, ad hoc research and analysis when requested.   The individual will be required to gather information necessary to provide analytical, fact-based assessments which will aid in the decision making needed to drive business results.  This position provides an outstanding opportunity to understand and influence the business, learn the company systems, enhance the individuals' analytical and communication skills, and interact with executive management.

Responsibilities:

• Forecast, analyze and provide summary of trends for operational and expense metrics primarily focused on small parcel and heavy freight expense.  
• Build cross functional relationships in order to incorporate the impact of changing customer demand / sales, inventory levels, and operational practices on shipping expense
• Partner with Accounting and Logistics teams to ensure accurate monthly P&Ls, including the accurate recording of expense accruals
• Work closely with Business Partners to identify expense savings opportunities and develop contingency plans to effectively mitigate risk
• Serve as a financial consultant by developing a deep understanding of business unit objectives, cost structure and key operating metrics while providing financial analysis to support key business decisions
• Build credibility and partnership by providing financial intelligence, communicating in a responsive and solution-oriented manner, and challenging business units appropriately
• Provide accurate monthly financial forecast using historical data and qualitative assumptions based on communication with business partners from across the company
• Build financial models to quantify financial impact of business strategies and initiatives, and track performance
• Utilize multiple systems and software applications to execute tasks
• Identify potential business issues and develop contingency plans to effectively mitigate risk

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or related field
• Advanced Excel, PowerPoint, Hyperion and Essbase skills
• Comfortable when challenged with difficult, unstructured problems that must be solved quickly
• 4+ years of relevant experience, preferably in the retail industry
• Strong financial modeling capabilities utilizing data from numerous sources
• Strong planning / organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• An inquisitive nature and can-do attitude