Operation Manager, Finance

Job area:
Freight Forwarding

At DSV, our purpose is to keep customers’ supply chains flowing and enable the business of our customers by ensuring reliable and efficient transport and logistics services through storage and transport of goods by air, sea and road. Our vision is to create long-term, sustainable growth and value for our customers, employees, shareholders and society.

Close to 150,000 employees in over 90 countries work diligently to deliver great customer experiences and high-quality services.

As a global leader, our commitment to sustainable business practices is a central element of our overall business strategy.

Division:

Solutions
Job Posting

Title:

Operation Manager, Finance
Time Type:
Full Time

(The following is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not an exhaustive list of all expectations.)

• Complete the month end closing for assigned location(s), including appropriate accruals and journal entries
• Prepare and present financial result analysis to operations and leadership teams
• Act as the customer’s finance expert and leader in matters related to their invoicing and external budgeting cycles (Annual Operating Plans and Quarterly PO Budgets)
• Review monthly expense postings for accuracy and prepare reclasses as needed
• Liaise with Travel Coordinators to ensure proper reporting and records are maintained for invoicing support
• Prepare and submit monthly invoices and related back up to the customer
• Create, analyze, and present internal budgets, periodic forecasts, and flash reporting as requested
• Provide periodic and ad hoc financial reporting combining data from ERP systems, worksheets, and manual collection sources
• Create & review periodic labor productivity reporting and metrics
• Liaise with HR regarding accurate position/task/financial coding of employees
• Partner with temporary staffing agencies to confirm contracted hours, pay/bill rates, and related invoicing
• Identify and implement projects that improve and/or automate current processes
• Review & approve A/P invoices for payment processing

• 5+ years of finance/accounting experience is required to be considered for this position
• Prior experience in Logistics/Contract Logistics is a plus, but not required
• High proficiency in financial modeling, including internal & external budgeting and forecasting
• Expert skills in Microsoft Excel and/or Google Sheets are a must for success in this role
• Familiarity with data query/data management tools is a plus, but not required
• ERP software experience (SAP) helpful, not required
• Solid understanding of company P&L, Balance Sheet, Lease vs. Buy, Accruals, and other analysis and reporting

• Strong time management skills are a must for success with high demands and regular urgent ad hoc requests
• Comfortable working in a quantitatively heavy role
• Detail-oriented with the ability to solve problems and streamline functions both independently and with the team
• Passion to learn and grow with the customer’s needs
• Role is customer & senior leadership facing, so strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential
• Comfort with ambiguity and the ability to work independently
• A creative and positive personality will shine in this role working with an already well-established, strong, & fun team
• Comfort in a newly created role with capability to create and document processes
• Must be able to pass any federal/state/local government, airport, or company-required background checks, clearances, and/or drug and alcohol tests

• Newly created role with the ability to offer suggestions for improvements and tailor the role to best support the customer and the internal team
• Growing…