What are the responsibilities and job description for the VICE PRESIDENT, FINANCE position at ABLE FREIGHT SERVICES LLC?
Job Details
Description
The Company
Able Freight is a leading freight forwarder with a focus on time-sensitive perishable airfreight. The company is one of the top exporters by metric tons out of LAX and is nationally recognized for its expertise. With a robust network of over 75 cold chain partner facilities, Able Freight ensures the highest standards in operational excellence. The company’s commitment to innovation and cutting-edge technology is evident in its 99.99% claim-free shipment track record.
Headquartered in Los Angeles, Able Freight operates globally, fostering a diverse workforce fluent in 17 languages. With 24x7x365 service, Able Freight is trusted to go beyond expectations.
The Opportunity
The Vice President of Finance will play a pivotal role in driving the company's data-driven decision-making and forward-looking strategies. This individual will report to the CEO and CFO and will focus on building financial models, establishing a strong FP&A framework, and serving as a liaison between finance, accounting, operations, and sales to align the business with data insights and market intelligence. This high-visibility position offers significant growth opportunities in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. The Vice President of Finance will have wide latitude to implement best practices and will work closely with cross-functional teams, including senior executives, to shape the company’s financial and operational future.
Responsibilities
• Develop and oversee comprehensive reporting frameworks to inform business decisions.
• Collaborate with executives to prioritize performance metrics and reporting needs.
• Create forward-looking financial models to align strategy with market intelligence.
• Conduct month-end and quarter-end financial variance analysis to identify trends and drivers.
• Lead the budgeting and forecasting processes, maintaining ownership of the P&L, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow models.
• Analyze ROI and business cases to support operational and investment decisions.
• Deliver high-quality ad hoc analyses and decision support as needed.
• Foster strong partnerships across finance, accounting, operations, and sales teams.
Qualifications
Leadership Competencies
• Proactive and independent with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills to make data-driven decisions confidently.
• Strong interpersonal and communication abilities to collaborate across teams.
• Adaptable to high-pressure situations and committed to delivering results.
Skills, Knowledge, and Experience
• 4-6 years of experience in financial analysis, with strong FP&A expertise.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and financial modeling; experience with large datasets; query writing (SQL) is beneficial.
• Experience in logistics or private equity environments is advantageous.
• Strong understanding of financial reporting and accounting principles, including consolidation.
• MBA or advanced degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration is a plus.
Salary : $150,000 - $200,000