Chief Financial Officer (SFCT)

Damco Spain SL; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 190,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Damco Spain SL is seeking a senior finance leader based in Miami, Florida. This position requires over 15 years of experience, including extensive CAPEX management and strategic planning within multinational environments. The ideal candidate will have a strong continuous improvement mindset, fluency in English, and experience influencing senior stakeholders, including boards and shareholders. The role offers a competitive salary range of $190K - $210K and requires a mix of office and operational work.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of finance experience, including 5+ years in a senior role within a multinational.
• Strong knowledge of compliance frameworks and corporate governance.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex, multi-stakeholder environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial strategy development to ensure profitability and risk mitigation.
• Partner with senior management on strategic planning and performance outcomes.
• Oversee financial operations including reporting and compliance.

Skills

Finance management

Strategic planning

Stakeholder engagement

CAPEX program management

Continuous improvement mindset

Fluency in English

Knowledge of IFRS and U.S. tax regulations

Job description

What We Can Offer

At APMT Terminals, we foster a dynamic learning and training culture that empowers our employees to excel. Our commitment to improvement is driven by Lean principles, ensuring that every team member has the opportunity to develop their skills and advance their careers. Experience a diverse, multinational workplace where your operational insights directly influence how we work.

• Opportunity to shape financial strategy for a critical port operation within a global logistics network
• Exposure to joint venture governance and direct engagement with board members and shareholders
• Leadership of high-impact CAPEX, digitalization, and transformation initiatives
• A collaborative environment balancing strategic influence with operational execution

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of financial strategy to ensure profitability, risk mitigation, and long-term financial strength
• Partner with the Managing Director/CEO and Senior Management Team to drive strategic planning and performance outcomes
• Oversee financial operations, including reporting, tax, audit, compliance, and adherence to regulatory frameworks
• Provide financial analysis on revenue, cost drivers, forecasts, and performance trends to inform business decisions
• Manage CAPEX programs, including investment planning, financial modelling, and governance of large-scale infrastructure projects
• Represent APM Terminals in joint venture governance, including board engagement and shareholder communication
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across financial processes, reporting accuracy, cost management, and digital transformation

What We Are Looking For

• Continuous improvement mindset: we are looking for someone who brings a strong mindset of continuous improvement – someone who is naturally curious, committed to solving problems at the root, and driven to make things better every day
• 15+ years of finance experience, including at least 5 years in a senior leadership role within a multinational organization
• Strong knowledge of IFRS, U.S. tax regulations, compliance frameworks, and corporate governance requirements
• Demonstrated experience managing large CAPEX programs and complex, multi‑stakeholder environments
• Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders, including boards, shareholders, and cross‑functional leaders
• Fluency in English; additional proficiency in Spanish and/or French is advantageous

Leadership & Stakeholder Impact

• Act as a strategic business partner across Operations, Commercial, Procurement, and HR functions
• Prepare and present board‑level materials, engaging regularly with directors, shareholders, and JV partners
• Lead finance teams across locations, fostering a culture of accountability, performance, and development
• Drive capability building through coaching, training, and implementation of modern financial systems and analytics

Location: Miami, FL

Salary: $190K - $210K

Work Environment

This is a primarily office‑based role located in Miami, Florida, with periodic presence on the terminal to support operational engagement, safety walkthroughs, and stakeholder collaboration. The role may require travel across the U.S., Canada, and occasionally internationally. You should be comfortable working in both office and operational environments, including exposure to outdoor conditions during site visits and the ability to adapt to a dynamic, fast‑paced port setting.

APM Terminals is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities who are applying for positions in the U.S. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.