Oversee the finance and accounting functions for the entire organization in the Benelux. Ensure sufficient internal control and full compliance of company policies. Act as business partner for Country Manager and the country management team to provide required financial information and professional advice. Responsible for producing accurate and timely financial information to drive critical business decisions. Initiate projects for cost controls, process improvement and improvement of operation productivity.

TASKS and RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead and manage all financial reporting and accounting activities for the business unit
• Oversee month-end closing, payments, collections, financial analysis, and budgeting
• Provide accurate financial reports and insights to management
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, SOX, US GAAP, and local GAAP/tax regulations
• Act as main finance contact for corporate, regional, local teams, auditors, and banks
• Drive continuous improvement in forecasting, reporting, and controlling processes
• Develop and implement financial systems and reporting tools based on business needs
• Create KPI dashboards and conduct regular performance reviews with business partners
• Analyze profitability of new projects, developments, and initiatives
• Lead, coach, and develop finance team; manage performance and succession planning
• Prepare and monitor annual budget; report results monthly to achieve financial targets
• Liaise with internal and external auditors
• Ensure timely and compliant submission of tax returns
• Initiate and implement process enhancements and best practices across functions

JOB SPECIFICATIONS FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE
Team player:
In this position you will be part of the Benelux management board. This team can be characterized by its open and direct communication, and pragmatic, innovative and pro-active approach. We expect team members to have a helicopter view and to think out of the box. We respect, help and take care of each other. We strive for a safe working environment, based on diversity and inclusion.
Academic:

• Bachelor degree in finance, accounting or business or equivalent
• CPA with Master Degree in Business Administration preferred

Experience & knowledge:

• At least ten (10) years of accounting experience with at least four (4) years in management position and preferable in multinational corporations.
• Experience and knowledge of international freight forwarding industry preferred
• Extensive knowledge of NL & US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Advanced skills in MS Office

Attributes:

• High level of integrity
• Fluency in English and local language, verbal and written
• Business acumen
• Excellence communication and negotiation skill
• Strong mindset of innovation and continuous improvement
• Strong and agile leadership and affinity
• Hands-on and self motivated

FedEx Logistics provides freight forwarding, as well as import and export services that allow companies to reach markets throughout the world. They help customers of all sizes solve the intricacies of shipping goods globally by providing comprehensive international ocean and air freight forwarding, surface transportation and distribution, customs brokerage, trade and customs advisory services, and advanced e-commerce and trade facilitation solutions. We're glad you stopped by and hope your job search experience with FedEx Logistics, Inc. will be rewarding. We look forward to hearing from you!