XPO Logistics

Senior Analyst, Financial Planning and Analysis

Posted on: 21 Mar 2021

Syracuse, NY

Job Description

Logistics done differently.

You know the future holds endless possibilities, so you like to plan, strategize, and dream big. At XPO Logistics, we need people like you to help us find ways to improve, enhance and adapt in an ever-changing marketplace. As the Senior Analyst, Financial Planning and Analysis, you will partner with assigned corporate department leaders by preparing financial reports, analyses, and forecasts, and working with key stakeholders to achieve objectives. In this role, youll have the ability to positively affect XPOs future through advice and counsel while creating long-term success for the company and for yourself.

Pay, benefits and more.

We are eager to attract the best, so we offer competitive compensation and a generous benefits package, including full health insurance (medical, dental and vision), 401(k), life insurance, disability and the opportunity to participate in a company incentive plan.

What youll do on a typical day:

* Assist in the budgeting, planning, and forecasting processes
* Generate, maintain, and ensure accuracy of financial and operational reports as part of the weekly/monthly financial review process.
* Develop tools for early identification of cost-savings opportunities and make recommendations
* Complete ad hoc reporting to support multiple stakeholders balancing their needs and perspectives to maximize the companys interests
* Conduct operational, compliance, and financial audits as assigned.
* Support Audit Recovery Team through identification of issues within third party portals and research within internal transportation management system.
* Manage relationship with Shared Services including support on customer remittances.

What you need to succeed at XPO:

At a minimum, youll need:

* Bachelor's degree or equivalent related work or military experience
* 2 years of experience in Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A), including budgeting and forecasting experience
* Experience with Microsoft Office, with advanced Excel skills with the ability to create complex formulas

Itd be great if you also have:

* Strong communication skills and the ability to effectively communicate complex financial concepts to various user groups
* Ability to think critically and leverage available resources to troubleshoot reporting issues and data anomalies
* Strong drive to seek continuous improvement in reports and processes during companywide growth and expansion

Be part of something big.

XPO is a leading provider of cutting-edge supply chain solutions to the most successful companies in the world. We help our customers manage their goods most efficiently using our technology and services. Our greatest strength is our global team energetic, innovative people of all experience levels and talents who make XPO a great place to work.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran or other protected status.

XPO adheres to CDC, OSHA and state and local requirements regarding COVID safety. All employees and visitors are expected to comply with XPO policies which are in place to safeguard our employees and customers.

All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment may be required to take and pass a pre-employment drug test.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Nearest Major Market: Syracuse
Job Segment: Financial, Financial Analyst, Supply, Logistics, Supply Chain, Finance, Operations

XPO Logistics

Greenwich, CT

XPO is a top ten global provider of transportation and logistics services, with a highly integrated network of people, technology and physical assets. We use our network to help customers manage their goods most efficiently throughout their supply chains. At the top of our value proposition is an intense customer service culture that connects our team worldwide. Our people focus on finding new ways to help our customers succeed, while becoming continuously more efficient ourselves.

Customer relationships are the lifeblood of our business. However, we never forget that our company has responsibilities to many other stakeholders as well: investors, employees, carriers, business partners, local communities and global society. When we say Let’s Move the World Forward, we’re speaking to the interests of all XPO stakeholders, as well as the world at large. 

We put safety first – for each other, our communities and our environment. We do things the right way, the first time. Our workplaces are collaborative and supportive. We take care of each other and we constantly seek to improve the safety of our operations, from trucks and docks to warehouses and datacenters.

 

  • Industry
    Transport/Delivery Services
  • No. of Employees
    100,000
  • Jobs Posted
    6043

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