Finance Business Partner

We are looking for a highly analytical and detail-oriented Logistics Finance Controller to support our Integrated Logistics operations. This role is responsible for financial controlling, inventory accounting, vendor management, and cost optimization across warehouse and logistics functions. The ideal candidate has strong experience in manufacturing finance, inventory management, and SAP FI/CO, with the ability to partner closely with operations to drive efficiency, controls, and business insights.

Key Responsibilities

Perform month-end closing for warehouse, supply chain, and logistics-related accounts, ensuring accurate analysis versus forecast, plan, and prior year

Support budget planning and forecasting for warehouse and logistics costs

Prepare balance sheet account reviews, particularly for inventories and logistics-related accruals

Lead and oversee inventory count activities, including reconciliation and variance resolution

Manage vendor billings and statements of account reconciliation for third-party logistics and service providers

Drive cost reduction initiatives, process improvements, and operational synergies within logistics and supply chain

Monitor operational and financial metrics, identify gaps, and recommend corrective and preventive actions

Ensure strong financial controls through validation of operating expenses, inventory adjustments, chargebacks, and scrap transactions

Identify and manage financial and operational risks, coordinating resolution with Finance leadership

Standardize and simplify logistics finance processes and reporting, including forward-looking analysis and insights

Prepare and maintain finance-related policies and procedures in compliance with internal and regulatory requirements

Ensure compliance with audit, tax, and legal entity reporting requirements

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accountancy

Strong background in cost accounting, inventory management, and financial analysis

Extensive experience in finance and accounting within a manufacturing environment

Prior exposure to warehouse and logistics operations is required

Proficient in SAP FI/CO and management accounting systems

Strong analytical, numerical, and problem-solving skills

Excellent attention to detail, organization, and communication skills

Ability to balance financial rigor with operational and business impact