Strategic CFO, USA North East | Growth & Profitability

DHL Group; Edison (NJ); On-site; USD 142,000 - 189,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Total compensation package

401(k) with match

Stock purchase plan

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental coverage

Holiday / paid time off

Job summary

DHL Global Forwarding in Edison, New Jersey seeks a financially savvy Chief Financial Officer to steer the USA North East Area’s financial agenda and partner with Area Management and Station Managers to drive profitability and capital efficiency.

The role demands a seasoned finance leader with international experience, strong business partnering, and the ability to influence senior stakeholders in a fast-moving logistics environment.

Qualifications

• University degree in Finance, Accounting or related discipline.
• 5–7 years financial management experience, including 3+ years in a managerial role.
• CFO/Finance Director experience in a mid-sized organization; Big Four plus commercial experience is highly relevant.
• Strong understanding of business controlling, financial performance management, profitability and working capital.
• Experience supporting financial transformation or large-scale change initiatives.
• International or cross-country experience is advantageous.
• Excellent analytical, conceptual and problem-solving capabilities.
• Native-level English proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a senior Finance partner to Area Management Team and Station Managers.
• Lead the Area's financial strategy and translate objectives into actionable plans.
• Drive profitability and working-capital improvement, turn around underperforming centers.
• Oversee financial performance across DGF products and profit centers in the North East Area.
• Provide Controlling support with accurate reporting, compliance and efficient processes.
• Establish and improve global and local Finance KPIs aligned with national requirements.
• Lead financial improvement initiatives and support transformation programs.
• Provide forward-looking financial guidance and challenge the business when needed.
• Build strong Finance partnerships across functions, products, stations and the DGF organization.

Skills

Finance leadership

Stakeholder management

Strategic planning

Financial analysis

Risk assessment

Change management

Cross-functional collaboration

English proficiency

Education

University degree in Finance/Accounting

Job description

DHL Global Forwarding in Edison, New Jersey seeks a financially savvy Chief Financial Officer to steer the USA North East Area’s financial agenda and partner with Area Management and Station Managers to drive profitability and capital efficiency.

The role demands a seasoned finance leader with international experience, strong business partnering, and the ability to influence senior stakeholders in a fast-moving logistics environment.