Senior Supply Chain Finance Analyst

We are actively seeking a Senior Supply Chain Finance Analyst (working for our premier manufacturing customer) to improve logistics operations capability and controls while also being a contributor in developing the overall business strategies within the region. The organization is seeking a finance leader with strong business acumen and aspirations to grow into senior management roles in the future.This is a full
time position with a great compensation package. Currently open to a remote opportunity with it evolving to a Hybrid model. Our customer is one of the most visible leading bottled water companies, delivering healthy hydration to its consumers where they need it most.

The primary responsibilities will include logistics accounting for Canadian and US Central region factory as well as Mid-Atlantic & Mid-West region; in addition to providing decision support to the Corporate Operations CFO finance team.
The primary responsibilities will include, but not limited to:
Support the Logistics Controller in financial controllership of the Southwest Logistics Region which includes three retail factories and one factory.
Fiduciary responsibility for Logistics financial reporting, controls, and analysis. Logistics consists of Transportation, Warehousing, and Planning business activity as well as the inventory control environment. Estimated expense responsibility is $110MM annually.
Manage Period End Close process including developing accurate financial statements, journal entry preparation, detailed analysis of all Distribution P&L line items, and regular reporting for both the local operation, national operations, and corporate finance.
Analyze material forecast and plan P&L variances, then partner with operational leaders to define drivers and initiate action plans for improvement.
Monitor warehouses labor and operational spend with effective measuring tools and schedules.
Support Logistics Controller in the annual budget process (OPL) for the entire region by partnering with operations and creating a bottoms up plan with a very high level of detail including the BTB business strategies and continuous excellence.
Own aspects of the monthly dynamic forecasts for the balance of year within Variable Distribution and Fixed Distribution P&L line items. Be able to articulate, with sound support, the drivers of forecast changes within the regional leadership team. Must understand the very complex dynamics of sales demand, production trends and supply expectations, the transportation industry, inventory obsolescence, labor productivity, and the strategic network.
Leadership skills and ability to influence with integrity are a must. Be a confident, value-add Co-Pilot of the operational business with very strong inter-personal skills. Proactively collaborate with the leadership for the regional operations team (approximately 11 operational leaders). Own education and training for operations regarding the cost structure and the key drivers guiding proper, data-driven business decisions.
Must add strategic thinking value as a member of the overall leadership team in the region by working together in driving key business decisions. Provide a continuous improvement mindset with results orientation.
Partner with the Logistics Controller to maintain internal controls and develop any necessary new requirements to meet organizational compliance standards.
Assist in managing regional slow-moving inventory by identifying aging inventory risks, ensuring inventory write-offs are properly accounted for, and forecasting bad goods.
Monitor general accounting functions such as A/P, payroll, fixed asset management and general ledger maintenance as it relates to the distribution environment. This includes indirect oversight of invoicing related to 3rd party storage and handling, freight payments, and pallet reconciliation by working with centralized management teams.
Calculate, review and report on various monthly KPIs which summarize regional performance in various key areas of the business along with forward-thinking leading measures to improve results
Preferred qualifications:
Minimum 4 years of Finance or Accounting experience in a related field, Supply Chain preferred. CPA a plus.
Proven ability to Co-Pilot and partner with operational leaders to drive business results.
Ability to work in a complex, changing environment.
Strong systems skills (i.e., Excel, Essbase, SAP, Business Warehouse reporting, Access, i2).
Excellent Analytical ability required. Ability to analyze large data sets and handle high volume of transactional data.
Strong controls and cost accounting background preferred.
Some travel required (5-10%).
Mobility a plus for future career opportunities.

Skills:
Strong entrepreneurial, organizational, critical thinking and analytical skills with the ability to multi-task and manage competing deadlines
Self-motivated and able to deliver results with minimal supervision, while also working effectively as part of a team
Highly effective interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills
Forward-thinking, proactive, and committed to continuous process improvement, and maintaining knowledge of developments in accounting, finance, and supply chain.

Please Apply By CV or Resume