Financial Analyst

Company DescriptionOur client is one of the world's leading providers of supply chain solutions, combining its core products of Air Freight, Ocean Freight, and Logistics to deliver globally integrated, tailor-made end-to-end solutions. The Panalpina Group operates a global network with some 500 offices in more than 80 countries, and employs around 15,000 people worldwide. Who is looking for a Financial AnalystJob DescriptionThe Senior Financial AnalystGeneral LedgerGroup intercompany billing and follow upFixed Asset Handling and managementCargo insurance reconciliationState Tax filings and coordination with KPMGError log oversight handling and supportManual file closing – gateway and stat files.Phillips 66 records and filing - HSV refundsCoordinate with SAP team on force closing old filesCoordinate with SAP team on archiving old filesOversight of reporting, and financial analysis of the activities of the New York Logistics function in Secaucus.2nd Back up for treasuryBackup to cycle allocation updatesBackup to issuing local Morristown checksBackup to Treasury for credit card processingBackup for FTE and headcount postingAssist Shared Service Center as operational interface & query handlingPrepare and submits journal entries as neededProvides responses to auditors’ requests as neededFunction / Market & Industry Knowledge / Business Acumen / Process WorkingAdvanced knowledge of accounting processesAdvanced knowledge of IFRS and IASGood understanding of Shared Services conceptsGood knowledge of the shipping run and logistics industryQualificationsSkillsProven ability to understand and analyze complex financial informationHigh level of attention to detail and a logical and organized approachHigh level of accuracy, credibility and accountabilityAbility to work well independently as well as in a team and remote with off-shore partnerStrong communication skillsComputer LiteracyProfound knowledge of MS-Office products (Word, Excel, OutlookProfound knowledge of SAPEducational background / Work experience4 year Accounting DegreeProfessional experience in accounting/ financial processesAdditional Information65-75kSummaryFunction: Accounting/AuditingExperience level: Mid-Senior LevelIndustry: Retail