Head of Finance - Air & Ocean

CEVA Logistics; Greater London; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Head of Finance to lead their UK and Ireland team. This pivotal role involves driving financial performance, managing budgets, and fostering a culture of high performance among a diverse team. The ideal candidate will possess strong accounting experience, excellent data analysis skills, and the ability to build robust stakeholder relationships. With a focus on operational improvements and organic growth, this position offers a unique opportunity to influence the financial direction of a leading logistics provider. Join this innovative firm and contribute to its success in the competitive logistics landscape.

Benefits

Competitive Annual Leave

Pension Plan

Life Assurance

Gym Membership Discounts

Retail Discounts

Travel Vouchers

Hospitality Vouchers

Qualifications

• Proven experience in accounting and reporting within logistics.
• Ability to analyze complex data and implement improvements.

Responsibilities

• Manage financial responsibilities for Air & Ocean in the UK and Ireland.
• Prepare annual budgets and forecasts, improving customer profitability.

Skills

Financial Reporting

Stakeholder Management

Data Analysis

Budgeting and Forecasting

Operational Improvement

Excel Proficiency

Education

CIMA

ACA

ACCA

Tools

MS Office

Job description

YOUR ROLE

Our Air & Ocean Business Control team has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Head of Finance. You will lead the UK and Ireland team, driving financial performance and cost improvements. As the Head of Finance, you will create, analyze, and present financial reports, forecasts, and budgets for the Air & Ocean team based on financial and operational data.

This pivotal role is multi-functional, focusing on all areas of the business, requiring comprehensive financial freight forwarding knowledge. The role can be based anywhere in the UK or Ireland, with travel to London, Manchester, Liverpool, Tilbury, or Dublin, so flexibility is essential.

WHAT ARE YOU GOING TO DO?

Reporting to the Head of Finance Air & Ocean for Northern Europe, you will manage all financial responsibilities for Air & Ocean in the UK and Ireland, working closely with the UKI Accountancy Director. You will oversee weekly and monthly management reports and business reviews, ensuring accuracy and providing insights on past, present, and future performance, highlighting risks and contingencies. You will prepare annual budgets and forecasts, focusing on improving customer profitability, challenging margins, and KPI performance with operational teams and senior management. You will drive operational and commercial improvements, seek opportunities for organic growth and renewals, and support business development activities such as tenders and bids, renewals, capex, and ICAP processes, developing a strong understanding of customer contracts.

You will lead and empower a diverse team of financial professionals, fostering a culture of high performance, continuous improvement, and engagement.

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

You should have proven experience in accounting and reporting, ideally within third-party logistics or freight forwarding. Operational and customer-facing experience, with a track record of implementing improvements, interpreting complex data, and analyzing outcomes, is essential. Building strong stakeholder relationships, challenging the status quo tactfully, and coaching operational management are key skills. You should be detail-oriented and capable of meeting deadlines under conflicting demands. Proficiency in financial systems and MS Office, especially Excel, is required. Qualifications such as CIMA, ACA, or ACCA are desirable but not essential.

WHAT DO WE HAVE TO OFFER?

We promote a culture of reward and recognition, supporting your growth and development. Our benefits include competitive annual leave with a holiday buy scheme, pension, life assurance, and access to discounts on gym memberships and retail, travel, and hospitality vouchers. Join us at CEVA, one of the top logistics providers worldwide, and be part of our journey.

ABOUT TOMORROW

We value your professional and personal growth, offering numerous career opportunities. Join CEVA for a challenging and rewarding career.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Finance, Accounting/Auditing, Management
• Industries: Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain & Storage, Freight & Package Transportation, Truck Transportation