Site Finance Manager

DHL Supply Chain; Rantoul (IL); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Prescription

Discounted stock purchase

General bonus plan

Generous PTO

Job summary

DHL Supply Chain is seeking a Site Finance Manager (Operational Business Manager) to provide analytical support across accounting, payroll, receivables, and payables, while guiding operational metrics like productivity and throughput in a distribution setting.

You will interact with customers and site leadership, influence budgeting decisions, and drive continuous improvement. This remote-friendly, on-site role offers coverage across multiple sites in the US.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 4+ years experience in accounting/finance.
• 5+ years experience in Finance or Accounting.
• Logistics industry experience.
• Working knowledge of Accounting and Finance principles.
• Advanced knowledge: P&L and balance sheet.
• Strong communication and presentation skills; C-suite to warehouse.
• Collaborate with stakeholders at all levels; team player.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Advanced budgeting, forecasting and analysis skills.
• Ability to influence business decisions with peers.
• MS Office; Excel and PowerPoint proficiency.
• Willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Provide analytical support for all Accounting and Finance activities including month end close.
• Support payroll, receivables, payables and operational reporting.
• Conduct customer meetings representing DHL Supply Chain.
• Discuss billing, strategy and budgets with customers.
• Audit vendor payables for accuracy and approvals.
• Prepare month end close accrual and reclass journal entries.
• Assist with accounts receivable and accounts payable processing.
• Reconcile Purchase Orders for expense recognition.
• Prepare labor analysis reports for operations productivity.
• Provide ad-hoc analytical support to operations personnel.
• Provide Kronos application support and setup.
• Interact with General Managers, Managers and Supervisors for analytics.
• Promote a safe, secure, clean and fair work environment.
• Collaborate with Accounting and Commercial Finance departments.
• Support cross-functional projects and KPI reporting.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Collaboration

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Time management

Leadership

Presentation skills

Influencing decisions

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's Degree in accounting or finance

4 years equivalent work experience

Logistics industry experience

Advanced financial principles

Tools

Kronos

MS Office

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

The Site Finance Manager (Operational Business Manager) role has a national salary range of $85,000- $150,000.

DHL Supply Chain offers multiple benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription, Discounted Stock Purchase, General Bonus Plan and a generous PTO policy.

Can you see yourself in a role where you are responsible for influencing operational leaders and decision-making in a distribution center environment? Are you the type of person who takes initiative to solve problems and pursue continuous improvement opportunities? Do you demonstrate the ability to think analytically and creatively while maintaining an intense attention to detail? Would it motivate you when the guidance you provide has a direct impact on company profitability?

If so, DHL Supply Chain has the opportunity for you.

We are looking for a top notch Site Finance Manager who will provide financial/operational insight and guidance to enhance performance and process efficiency.

Job Description

To provide analytical support for all Accounting and Finance activities, such as month end close, payroll, receivables, payables, etc., as well as for operational activities such as warehouse productivity, labor efficiency, throughput reporting and analysis, etc.

• Conducts customer meetings as a representative of DHL Supply Chain
• Direct contact with the customer leading discussions on billing, strategy, and budgets
• Commercial complexity supports the higher level role (billing parameters, complex commercial discussions i.e. flex budgeting, KPI penalties/incentives, gain-share/pain-share)
• May support sites with multiple locations and/or customers
• Provide information as requested by external customers in relation to any and all items on customer invoices
• Audit vendor payables for accuracy and ensure appropriate approvals are obtained prior to payment
• Execute daily customer / vendor contract requirements and identify accessorial activity and ensure necessary documentation
• Work with Finance and HR department associates on a daily basis, providing support and assistance as needed
• Provide support to Kronos application and set-up to ensure accurate hourly activity reporting
• Interact with General Managers, Managers and Supervisors to provide analytical support as needed
• Participate in the necessary daily activity to ensure a safe, secure, clean and fair work environment for associates
• Direct involvement with Accounting and Commercial Finance departments
• Provide ad-hoc analytical support to operations personnel in all areas of the operation as needed and requested
• Prepare month end close accrual and reclass journal entries
• Assist as needed with accounts receivable processing and collection
• Assist as needed with account payable processing
• Reconcile Purchase Orders as support to expense recognition
• Prepare daily and weekly labor analysis reports for operations productivity analysis
• Participate in the collection of performance measurements consistent with customer, vendor, and site requirements

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in accounting or finance field or 4 years equivalent work experience, required
• 5+ years experience in Finance or Accounting, required
• Logistics industry experience, required
• Working knowledge of Accounting and Finance principles, required
• Advanced accounting knowledge: P&L and balance sheet
• Advanced communication and presentation skills; C Suite to warehouse
• Ability to collaborate with stakeholders at all levels; team player
• Ability to work independently, take initiative and time management
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Strong attention to detail
• Advanced financial skillset; budgeting, forecasting and analysis
• Ability to influence business decisions with peers
• Effective project and time management
• Ability to work with ambiguity to solve issues
• Advanced PC skill proficiency in MS Office; excel and PowerPoint
• Advanced presentation skillset
• Leadership and team management
• Risk management and mitigation
• Willingness to travel

Our Organization is an equal opportunity employer.