Financial Planning & Analysis Manager

Overview

This position reports to the International Freight Forwarding Divisional Controller and is located in Secaucus, NJ. The Manager of FP&A will work across all business partners with the objective of delivering high-quality financial analysis and insights. The ideal individual will have demonstrated ability to exercise good judgment in a variety of situations, with strong written and verbal communication, administrative and organizational skills and the ability to maintain a realistic balance among multiple priorities. Many of these duties will involve interface with senior management and will require a high degree of professionalism, tact, sensitivity, initiative and diplomacy.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assigned financial studies and surveys to collect, summarize and analyze the financial results of operational activities
• Improve financial status by analyzing results and variances, identifying trends and making recommendations
• Develop, implement and maintain reports to support the organization accounting function as required, including financial and operational KPI reporting in Power BI dashboards
• Lead or assist on special projects as assigned by division management
• Collaborate in monthly analysis of results and forecasts
• Assist in the annual planning and budgeting process by developing relevant budget documents and calibrating and creating monthly forecasts
• Support the Business Units in building the budget in required formats
• Under the guidance of the Division Controller –
• Review monthly financial reports prepared by accounting department and identify reasons for variances
• Analyze trends in accounting/financial data and make recommendations to capitalize on positive trends or reverse negative trends
• Financial Forecast (monthly)
  • Validate financial forecasts based on data
  • Coordinate with the corporate financial analysis team
• Assist in vetting capital investment projects
• Support business units in improving quality of financial data

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or other related Degree
• 4-6 years of experience in financial analysis
• 2 years of supervisory/ managerial experience
• Experience in financial analysis and accounting for logistics operations is highly desirable
• A CPA designation or MBA degree is a strong plus
• Strong Excel and Powerpoint skills are required. Working knowledge of operational ERP systems and Power BI is desirable
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The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

Benefits

Yusen offers a generous Employee Benefits Package including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision beginning the 1st of the month following start date
• 401k with a company match
• Flexible Spending Accounts, Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability, Tuition Assistance Program, Commuter Benefits, vacation, and much more.

Any and all benefits offered are subject to the eligibility requirements, terms, and provisions set forth in the respective policies and plan documents, which you may request from Human Resources.

About Yusen Logistics (Americas)

Yusen Logistics is working to become the world’s preferred supply chain logistics company. Our complete offer is designed to forge better connections between businesses, customers and communities – through innovative supply chain management, freight forwarding, warehousing and distribution services. As a company we’re dedicated to a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring everyone who works with us is committed, connected and creative in making us the world’s preferred choice.

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Yusen Logistics (Americas) Inc. values each individual employee and is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by providing equal employment opportunities for all applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, citizenship status, uniform service member status, age, disability, sexual and gender orientation, genetic information, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.