FP&A Finance Business Partner

Founded in 2022, SpeedX offers a superior last-mile delivery experience designed to better connect brands to customers. At SpeedX, we’re more than just a delivery company – we’re partners in success. We believe that ecommerce delivery shouldn’t be a hassle, a financial strain, or a source of stress for businesses. We created a next-level delivery experience that’s designed to meet business's needs, exceed their expectations, and future-proof their ecommerce business. In just three years of business, we have grown our client list to over a dozen online marketplaces, 3PLs and direct retailers and are now delivering over 300,000 packages daily worldwide – with the number constantly growing. And we have no plans of slowing down. About the role: SpeedX is seeking a high-caliber FP&A / Finance Business Partner to serve as a strategic thought partner to operational and commercial leadership. This role sits at the center of budgeting, forecasting, performance reporting, and business analysis — with direct exposure to the company’s P&L, cost structure, and investment decisions. The ideal candidate brings strong financial modeling skills, a data-first mindset, and the ability to translate numbers into actionable business recommendations. Bilingual proficiency in English and Mandarin Chinese is required. Key Responsibilities Financial Reporting & Performance Analysis Own the preparation of monthly and quarterly financial reporting packages; conduct in-depth analysis of operational and financial performance, identify key business issues, and deliver high-value recommendations to drive continuous improvement. Monitor business performance against KPIs, flag deviations early, and investigate root causes with actionable follow-through. Prepare standard and ad hoc reports, dashboards, and executive commentary that are concise, factual, and decision-oriented. Budgeting, Forecasting & Variance Analysis Lead the development and ongoing management of annual budgets and rolling forecasts; perform variance analysis between actuals and forecasts, identify key business drivers and risks. Partner closely with operational and commercial stakeholders to surface risks, refine assumptions, and support target achievement. Understand local market and business trends — including seasonal peaks, cost indicators, and volume patterns — that influence financial outcomes. Analyze and optimize cost structures across operational functions; monitor cost movements and productivity trends; provide actionable recommendations to support cost control and efficiency improvement initiatives. Build cost models that connect operational decisions to financial outcomes. Business Partnering & Investment Analysis Partner with business teams to provide multidimensional analysis, investment evaluation, and project ROI assessment, enabling data-driven and strategic decision-making. Serve as a trusted finance advisor to non-finance stakeholders — translating financial data into business language and business context into financial models. Pricing model support — building or validating pricing models for new bids or contract renewals. Finance Digitalization & Process Improvement Participate in finance digitalization and data intelligence initiatives; continuously enhance reporting tools, analytical platforms, and automation capabilities. Contribute to UAT and pilots for new systems, tools, or process changes; provide practical feedback from an operational finance perspective. Apply a continuous improvement mindset to simplify processes, reduce manual work, and prevent recurring issues. Qualifications Required Bachelor’s degree or above from an accredited university in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related discipline. 4+ years of progressive financial experience, with a minimum of 2 years in financial analysis, FP&A, or a finance business partner role. Solid knowledge of U.S. GAAP and IFRS; strong command of financial statements. Strong business acumen with the ability to understand operational drivers and business pain points from multiple perspectives. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Strong analytical and logical thinking capabilities with high sensitivity to data; a passion for data mining and problem-solving. Proficiency in analytical tools such as Python is preferred. Advanced proficiency in Excel / financial modeling; experience with BI/reporting tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, or equivalent). Fluent in both English and Mandarin Chinese, with strong verbal and written communication skills in both languages. Experience in the logistics, express delivery, transportation, or cross-border e-commerce industry is preferred. Core Competencies Leadership: Ability to handle assigned tasks and work toward operational excellence. Analytical Thinking: Use data to drive decisions and improve performance. Communication: Clear, professional interaction with internal teams and external partners. Adaptability: Thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced logistics environment. Customer Focus: Commitment to service quality and client satisfaction. This is a full-time, on-site position based in Los Angeles, California. Occasional travel to other SpeedX offices or operational sites may be required. Why Join Us? Join a fast-growing logistics and supply chain company Opportunity to make an impact within last mile delivery operations Competitive compensation and career growth opportunities Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance The pay range for this role is: 70,000 - 90,000 USD per year (LAX Montebello) #J-18808-Ljbffr