As a Sr Finance Analyst in Logistics, you will play a crucial role in managing and coordinating financial activities for our LA operations, which encompass +20 warehouses and +15 countries. You will partner closely with cross-functional teams and senior stakeholders, driving decision-making through data-driven insights and financial analysis.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead the financial cycle for Freight and Warehouse operations and inventory management, including period close, outlook forecasting, profit planning, and long-range planning.
Collaborate with LA SC managers to analyse Logistics operations in order to drive operational excellence and cost efficiency
Support cross-functional special projects that may involve interaction with global HQ, Procurement, Accounts Payable, and the Commercial Organization. Projects may include tariffs, premium freight management, and localization initiatives.
Develop and implement best-in-class logistics reporting and analytics, focusing on inventory analysis, variance analysis, and cost centre reporting.
Prepare materials for key logistics financial meetings, ensuring clarity and actionable insights.
Identify and implement process improvements across all financial functions, ensuring standardization and compliance within the logistics finance domain.
Serve as the primary contact for logistics finance coordination across different regions, addressing analytics gaps and enhancing reporting standards.
Coordinate with the Global Business Intelligence data analytics team to align on global analytics initiatives and develop innovative solutions for improving analytics capabilities.
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, or a related field. (experience in FP&A)
3-5 years of experience in finance and/or accounting
Microsoft Office Suite proficiency (Excel)
Experience with ERP systems (SAP and JD Edwards preferred)
Direct experience in financial analysis, accounting, and budgeting within a logistics context
Ability to manage large data sets and perform data extraction from various systems
Proficiency in English, with strong communication skills
Proven ability to build partnerships with diverse groups and effectively communicate complex information clearly and concisely.
Results-oriented with excellent time management skills, capable of handling multiple priorities in a highly complex environment.
What’s in it For You:
Make a difference: Join us and be part of a stable, growing, global Fortune 500 company where you can have a positive impact
Work life balance: Enjoy flexible working hours and a hybrid working mode.
We see you: Be recognized for meeting goals, and secure opportunities for advancement.
Learning and trainings: Sharpen your professional business acumen.
Benefits: private medical care, stock purchase plan, language learning options and more!
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
- 3-5 years of experience in finance and/or accounting
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel)
- Experience with ERP systems (SAP and JD Edwards preferred)
- Direct experience in financial analysis, accounting, and budgeting within a logistics context
- Ability to manage large data sets and perform data extraction from various systems
- Proficiency in English with strong communication skills
- Proven ability to build partnerships and communicate complex information clearly
- Results-oriented with excellent time management and ability to handle multiple priorities
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Retirement Support — Feedback suggests the company provides strong retirement programs, including a 401(k) with employer matching and a pension, alongside options like an employee stock purchase plan. Offerings such as retiree healthcare benefits and diverse investment choices reinforce long-term financial support.
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What We Do
A trusted partner at nearly three million customer locations, Ecolab (ECL) is the global leader in water, hygiene and infection prevention solutions and services. With annual sales of $12 billion and more than 44,000 associates, Ecolab delivers comprehensive solutions, data-driven insights and personalized service to advance food safety, maintain clean and safe environments, optimize water and energy use, and improve operational efficiencies and sustainability for customers in the food, healthcare, hospitality and industrial markets in more than 170 countries around the world. For more Ecolab news and information, visit www.ecolab.com, or follow us on twitter.com/ecolab, facebook.com/ecolab or instagram.com/ecolab_inc.
