Director Finance & Data Analytics

DSV - Global transport and logistics
In 1976, ten independent hauliers joined forces and founded DSV in Denmark. Since then, DSV has evolved to become the world's 3rd largest supplier of global solutions within transport and logistics. Today, we add value to our customers' entire supply chain by transporting, storing, packaging, re-packaging, processing and clearing all types of goods. We work every day from our many offices in more than 80 countries to ensure a steady supply of goods to production lines, outlets, stores and consumers all over the world. Our reach is global yet our presence is local and close to our customers. Read more at www.dsv.com

Location: USA - VIRTUAL - US Georgia

Division: Solutions
Job Posting Title: Programme Director - Finance & Data Analytics
Time Type: Full Time

POSITION SUMMARY

The Programme Director, Finance & Data Analytics is the technical owner of the finance data ecosystem supporting the Ops Finance organization. This senior individual contributor role owns the design, build, and governance of the finance data warehouse, the business intelligence (BI) and reporting layer, and the automated forecasting and planning models that Finance leadership relies on to run the business. Serving as the organization’s Finance BI leader and data engineer, this individual sets the technical direction and multi-year roadmap for finance data and analytics, leads cross-functional programs from scoping through delivery, and establishes a single, trusted source of truth across all customer accounts within the vertical.

Although the role has no direct reports, it is expected to lead through influence: setting standards, mentoring analysts and end users, directing work with IT and external partners, and advising Finance and Operations leadership on how data, automation, and analytics can improve margin, cash, and speed of decision-making.

As part of the DSV team, Employees are expected to meet company objectives in performance, safety, and quality. Employees are expected to comply with all DSV corporate and site-specific policies and requirements. Employees are expected to consistently support, promote, and exemplify DSV's core values: Customers First, Best Performance, and True Collaboration.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Programme Director, Finance & Data Analytics serves as the senior technical and program leader for finance data across the Ops Finance organization, with accountability for the following:

- Own the finance data warehouse and data architecture: Serve as the technical owner of the finance data warehouse and the data models that support planning, reporting, and analytics

- Design, build, and maintain scalable data models (e.g., star schema, fact and dimension tables) that integrate ERP, billing, operational, labor, and customer data

- evelop and maintain ETL/ELT pipelines using SQL and modern data tooling to ingest, transform, and validate data from source systems

- Establish data governance standards, including data definitions, master data, access controls, data quality checks, and reconciliation to the general ledger

- Partner with IT and Enterprise Data teams on platform decisions, environment management, security, and performance optimization

- Lead the business intelligence and reporting strategy: Set the vision, standards, and roadmap for finance BI and self-service reporting across the Ops Finance organization

- Design and deliver executive-level dashboards and KPI frameworks (e.g., P&L by account, cost-to-serve, labor productivity, margin, and cash metrics)

- Standardize reporting and metrics across all customer accounts within the vertical, eliminating duplicate and conflicting reports

- Define and enforce BI development standards, including semantic models, naming conventions, version control, and documentation

- Drive adoption of self-service analytics through training, enablement, and user support

- Architect automated forecasting and financial planning: Build and own an automated, driver-based forecasting and planning model that replaces manual, spreadsheet-based processes

- Automate recurring reporting out of the ERP system(s) and the data warehouse, including actual vs. plan and forecast variance reporting

- Develop predictive and statistical models to improve forecast accuracy and visibility into volume, revenue, and cost drivers

- Support the annual budget, quarterly reforecast, and month-end close cycles with timely, reconciled, and auditable data

- Lead programs and projects end to end: Lead complex, cross-functional finance data and systems programs from scoping through delivery

- Build and manage the finance data and automation roadmap, prioritizing work based on business value, effort, and risk

- Develop project charters, requirements, timelines, risk and issue logs, and status reporting for Finance leadership and stakeholders

- Coordinate work across Finance, Operations, IT, and external vendors and consultants, managing scope, dependencies, and deliverables without direct authority

- Lead system implementations, integrations, and enhancements, including requirements gathering, user acceptance testing (UAT), cutover, and post-go-live support

- Drive finance transformation and automation: Be vocal and proactive in identifying and eliminating tedious, manual, broken, and unnecessary processes across Ops Finance

- Automate accounting and finance operations processes such as accruals, invoice upload, and billing reconciliations

- Quantify and report the value delivered by automation initiatives (e.g., hours saved, error reduction, cycle-time improvement, cost savings)

- Evaluate and recommend new tools and technologies (e.g., cloud data platforms, workflow automation, AI/ML) that advance finance excellence

- Advise and influence Finance leadership: Act as a trusted advisor to Finance and Operations leadership on data, analytics, and technology strategy

- Contribute to Finance roadmap items, OKRs, and cost savings initiatives, owning the data and analytics components

- Translate complex data and technical concepts into clear insights, recommendations, and executive-ready presentations

- Mentor and upskill analysts and finance team members on SQL, BI tools, and data best practices

- Manage sensitive and confidential financial information in a professional, discreet, and secure manner, ensuring appropriate data security and compliance with internal controls.

REQUIRED SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

Education & Experience:

- A Bachelor's degree is required, preferably in Finance, Accounting, Data Analytics, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field; a Master's degree (e.g., MBA, MS in Analytics or Data Science) is preferred

- A minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in FP&A, financial systems, data engineering, or business intelligence is required, including at least 3 years in a senior or lead technical role

- Demonstrated experience designing, building, and owning a data warehouse or enterprise reporting platform in a finance or operations environment is required

- Proven track record leading cross-functional programs or system implementations from inception through delivery

- Experience in a logistics, supply chain, or third-party logistics (3PL) environment is preferred

Computer Skills:

- Advanced SQL proficiency is required (e.g., complex joins, CTEs, window functions, stored procedures, query performance tuning)

- Hands-on experience with data warehouse platforms (e.g., Snowflake, Microsoft Fabric/Azure Synapse, Databricks, Amazon Redshift, SQL Server) and data modeling best practices

- Expert-level proficiency with BI tools, preferably Power BI (DAX, Power Query, semantic model design) or Tableau

- Experience building and orchestrating ETL/ELT pipelines (e.g., Azure Data Factory, SSIS, dbt, Alteryx)

- Python for data transformation, automation, and forecasting (e.g., pandas, statistical and machine learning libraries) is a strong plus

- Experience working within ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics) and automating reporting output from them

- Advanced Microsoft Excel and financial modeling skills

- Familiarity with version control (e.g., Git), Agile delivery tools (e.g., Jira, Azure DevOps), and workflow automation tools (e.g., Power Automate) is preferred

Certificates & Licenses: PMP, Agile/Scrum, or relevant data and cloud certifications (e.g., Microsoft Power BI Data Analyst, Azure Data Engineer, Snowflake) preferred

Language Skills: English (reading, writing, verbal)

Mathematical Skills:

- Strong math, statistical, and analytical skills, with an emphasis on financial and accounting applications, forecasting, and close attention to detail

- Solid understanding of accounting principles, P&L structure, and the financial close process.

Other Skills:

- Proven ability to lead through influence and drive outcomes across Finance, Operations, and IT without direct authority

Strong project and program management skills, including managing scope, timelines, risks, and multiple concurrent priorities

- Ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions and to explain technical concepts clearly to non-technical executives

- Executive presence, with excellent communication, presentation, and data storytelling skills

- A strategic thinker who is vocal in challenging the status quo and identifying tedious, manual, broken, and unnecessary processes

- Ability to mentor others, raise the technical capability of the team, and promote a data-driven culture

- An initiative-taking individual with high ownership, intellectual curiosity, and the ability to thrive in a dynamic environment.

Other Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee uses his/her hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, or crouch; talk or hear. The employee uses computer and telephone equipment. Specific vision requirements of this job include close vision and distance vision. Must be able to travel by plane and automobile.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee rarely is exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described above are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

For this position, the expected base pay range is $127,000 – $156,000 Anually. Actual compensation will be determined based on job-related factors such as relevant experience, skills, education, certifications, and geographic location, in accordance with applicable laws and company policy.

Information regarding DSV’s benefits offerings, including eligibility, coverage options, and plan
details, is available through the DSV Benefits Showcase. Benefits, programs, and eligibility may vary by location and division in accordance with applicable state and local laws.

DSV is an equal employment opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, religion, ancestry, disability, veteran status, marital status, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. If you require special assistance or accommodation while seeking employment with DSV, please contact Human Resources at [email protected] . If you are interested in learning the status of your application, please note you will be contacted directly by the appropriate human resources contact person if you are selected for further consideration. DSV reserves the right to defer or close a vacancy at any time.

DSV – Global transport and logistics

What moves you?

At DSV, we move more than goods. We move careers, ambitions and opportunities.

With close to 150,000 colleagues in over 90 countries, we are the global leader in transport and logistics, and it is our people who bring our services and solutions to life every day. From frontline operations to business functions, every role contributes to keeping supply chains flowing and societies running.

Here, you are trusted to take ownership, act on your ideas and make decisions that create real impact. It is a place where people, careers and ideas keep moving forward. We value transparency in how we communicate and collaborate, and we win together by supporting each other, challenging each other and delivering results as a team.

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If you are looking to make an impact, grow your career and be part of something bigger, DSV is the place to be.

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