Solutions driven success.
XPO is a top ten global provider of transportation services, with a highly integrated network of people, technology and physical assets. At XPO Logistics, we look for employees who like a challenge and can communicate effectively in all situations. We want to leverage your skills and years of experience to drive positive results while ensuring a bright future for yourself and XPO. If you’re looking for a growth opportunity, join us at XPO.
As a Senior Analyst, Finance, you will partner with the global finance organization in executing process enhancements to streamline the monthly close and requisite reporting/analytics required by the finance leadership team. Become a part of our growing, dynamic team and we’ll help you develop to a level that will exceed your expectations.
XPO intends to spin off its tech-enabled brokered transportation platform as RXO in or around November 2022, creating two independent publicly traded companies. Visit rxo.com for more information. Please note that this position is in scope to transition to RXO once the planned spin-off is completed.
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 more.
What you’ll do on a typical day:
- Audit and ensure data integrity of information between various accounting & financial systems
- Perform daily reconciliations for multiple TMS (Transportation Management Systems) systems for all revenue and expense transactions that transfer through IHUB into Oracle ERP
- Responsible for effective execution of SOX controls related to certain reconciliations
- Blackline administration tasks relating to the account reconciliations and tasks module, including assigning unassigned account reconciliations, account group setups, and creating, updating, and assigning tasks
- Assist with monthly accounting close, including but not limited to opening and closing the GL periods, running standard Oracle processes (revaluation, translation, consolidation) and reviewing exchange rates
- Oversee chart of accounts – including maintenance of metadata, hierarchies, and mappings between systems
- Assist on special projects requiring analytical skills and knowledge of systems/processes related to business acquisitions and divestitures, financial systems implementations, or changes in accounting policy
- Serve as a trusted business resource to the Corporate Accounting and Finance group, with an ability to troubleshoot general ledger issues
- Work collaboratively with other teams within the Accounting and Finance organization to process data for special projects
- Identify inefficiencies in accounting and reporting processes under the immediate umbrella of policies and proposes solutions to sustain continuous improvement ideals and move toward ‘best in class’ processes
What you need to succeed at XPO:
At a minimum, you’ll need:
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting or equivalent related work or military experience
- 2 years of relevant experience
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office; ability to create complex formulas in Excel
It’d be great if you also have:
- 4 years of relevant experience
- Experience with software applications used by the team (i.e., Oracle, FCCS, HFM and/or BlackLine)
- Solid understanding of the financial consolidation process and GAAP reporting
- Highly organized, detail oriented, have a sound work ethic and be comfortable working in a fast paced, demanding environment
- Effective problem-solving skills with ability to think creatively -identify, analyze, and propose solutions to various issues
- Self-motivated with thoughtful execution skills and able to work unsupervised. Successful candidate will be able to manage own time, prioritize to meet tight deadlines and know when to escalate.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills; able to present clean, organized, and thorough information and data appropriate for intended audience
- Ability to quickly learn and achieve proficiency in new software applications
Be part of something big.
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.
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 not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties and skills for this job classification.
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