Ecolab

As a Sr Finance Analyst in Logistics, you will play a crucial role in managing and coordinating financial activities for our LA operations, which encompass +20 warehouses and +15 countries. You will partner closely with cross-functional teams and senior stakeholders, driving decision-making through data-driven insights and financial analysis.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the financial cycle for Freight and Warehouse operations and inventory management, including period close, outlook forecasting, profit planning, and long-range planning.
• Collaborate with LA SC managers to analyse Logistics operations in order to drive operational excellence and cost efficiency
• Support cross-functional special projects that may involve interaction with global HQ, Procurement, Accounts Payable, and the Commercial Organization. Projects may include tariffs, premium freight management, and localization initiatives.
• Develop and implement best-in-class logistics reporting and analytics, focusing on inventory analysis, variance analysis, and cost centre reporting.
• Prepare materials for key logistics financial meetings, ensuring clarity and actionable insights.
• Identify and implement process improvements across all financial functions, ensuring standardization and compliance within the logistics finance domain.
• Serve as the primary contact for logistics finance coordination across different regions, addressing analytics gaps and enhancing reporting standards.
• Coordinate with the Global Business Intelligence data analytics team to align on global analytics initiatives and develop innovative solutions for improving analytics capabilities.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, or a related field. (experience in FP&A)
• 3-5 years of experience in finance and/or accounting
• Microsoft Office Suite proficiency (Excel)
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP and JD Edwards preferred)
• Direct experience in financial analysis, accounting, and budgeting within a logistics context
• Ability to manage large data sets and perform data extraction from various systems
• Proficiency in English, with strong communication skills
• Proven ability to build partnerships with diverse groups and effectively communicate complex information clearly and concisely.
• Results-oriented with excellent time management skills, capable of handling multiple priorities in a highly complex environment.

What’s in it For You:

• Make a difference: Join us and be part of a stable, growing, global Fortune 500 company where you can have a positive impact
• Work life balance: Enjoy flexible working hours and a hybrid working mode.
• We see you: Be recognized for meeting goals, and secure opportunities for advancement.
• Learning and trainings: Sharpen your professional business acumen.
• Benefits: private medical care, stock purchase plan, language learning options and more!