Finance Manager - US

B&H Worldwide • Miami, FL

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Finance Manager will own and manage the integrity and timely provision of financial information to the business and Group HQ in the UK. As a key member of the B&H team, this role will drive a full range of activities including month-end, annual budgeting, operational and business analysis, year-end audit, and ad hoc projects defined by the business.

Requirements

• Extensive finance management experience, ideally within a fast-paced international logistics, freight forwarding, or aerospace environment.
• Proven ability to manage financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, controls, and provide commercial insight to senior leadership.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret financial data and provide actionable recommendations.
• Commercially astute with strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial controls, budgeting, forecasting, and performance management.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to work effectively with non-financial stakeholders.
• Highly organised, detail-oriented, and able to prioritise and perform effectively under pressure in a changing environment.
• Strong knowledge of finance systems and IT; CargoWise experience desirable but not essential.
• Degree in Finance, Accounting, or related discipline, or equivalent experience, with a sound understanding of accounting practices.
• Dynamic, ambitious, and collaborative leader, able to operate effectively at both strategic and day-to-day levels.
• Must be eligible to work in the USA without employer sponsorship, now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

• CargoWise experience desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare statutory accounts for US entities.
• Oversee audit preparation, visit and successful closure.
• Create monthly accounts to identify results, trends, and financial forecasts.
• Prepare management report pack for the US senior management team.
• Ensure that all financial transactions are properly recorded, filed, and reported.
• Develop budgets and financial plans for the company based on research and data reports.
• Examine all financial reports and data closely to check for discrepancies.
• Create systems to prevent errors in data collection and calculations.
• Produce flash sales, cash management and working capital reports.
• Review Corporation tax computations.
• Produce and submit local Tax returns.
• Establish and implement financial reporting systems to comply with government regulations and legislation.
• Keep the cash flow forecast up to date as and when new information presents itself.
• Produce a cash flow forecast on a weekly basis and present it to local management.
• Ensure that the operating businesses have appropriate cash and purchasing controls in place.
• Review all financial plans and budgets regularly to look for cost reduction opportunities.
• Ensure that all prices are accurately recorded and detailed uniformly to ensure that appropriate margins are being maintained.
• To ensure sales analysis can be compared like for like.
• From time to time, re-underline the company’s policies to the operating businesses.
• Suggest updates and improvements for accounting systems, including payroll and invoicing.
• Seek to use technology where possible to maximise efficiencies.
• Ensure the maintenance and development of supplier relations and actively participate in the negotiation of rates with key suppliers.
• Work with US senior management team to drive employee engagement, lead and inspire team members and advocate team cohesion.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and commission / bonus structure focused on exceeding profit targets.
• 401k with company match
• Health insurance, including dental and vision plans.
• Paid vacation and holidays and an additional day for your birthday.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Free on-site parking.
• Opportunity to grow expertise through ongoing coaching, training and development.
• Be the B&H Worldwide ambassador at local and global industry events, providing you with the opportunity develop and grow new and existing customer relationships and secure deals.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Associate degree