Financial Operations Manager

About PSA BDP

PSA BDP, a member of the PSA Group, is a leading provider of globally integrated and port-centric supply chain, transportation, and logistics solutions. The company is headquartered in Philadelphia, PA, and employs more than 5,500 people worldwide.

We are a team that celebrates our unique diversity and close-knit community atmosphere. Our core values begin at the very top and span the broad reach of our global community.

We offer dynamic careers for those individuals looking to be a part of something bigger and provide unequivocal opportunities for growth within the organization.

PSA BDP serves over 5,000 customers, including some of the world's leading multinational companies within the chemical, retail & consumer, life sciences & pharmaceuticals, and electric vehicle & industrial verticals.

Job Description:

• Operations Management - Manage daily finance operations within assigned processes. Ensure all transactions are processed accurately and on time. Monitor SLAs and KPIs. Month-End Close. Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities. Review reconciliations and journal entries. Ensure timely reporting to regional and global finance teams.
• Operational Excellence - Oversee the transition of financial processes (e.g., accounts payable, accounts receivable, Record to Report) to the shared service center. Implement standardized processes and ensure adherence to best practices. Monitor performance metrics to ensure high service quality and efficiency
• Process Improvement - Identify opportunities for automation and standardization. Lead Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement projects. Support ERP upgrades and digital transformation initiatives.
• Controls & Compliance - Ensure adherence to accounting policies and internal controls. Support internal and external audits. Maintain compliance with SOX, IFRS, GAAP, and company policies.
• Team Leadership - Manage team performance and development. Conduct training and coaching sessions. Drive employee engagement and retention.
• Stakeholder Management - Partner with business units and country finance teams. Provide operational updates and KPI reports. Handle escalations and service delivery issues.

Experience and Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration or Mathematics.
• Experience: 18 - 21 years of progressive OTC, PTP, RTR financial operations experience.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency with ERP platforms (such as SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics) and advanced proficiency in MS Excel.
• Knowledge: Deep understanding of accounting principles, financial compliance, and OTC, RTR or P2P cycle best practices.
• Soft Skills: Strong problem-solving, conflict resolution, and stakeholder communication abilities.