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Legal entity

GEODIS is a leading global logistics provider acknowledged for its expertise across all aspects of the supply chain. As a growth partner to its clients, GEODIS specializes in five lines of business: Supply Chain Optimization, Global Freight Forwarding, Global Contract Logistics, Distribution & Express, and European Road Network. With a global network spanning nearly 166 countries and more than 49, 720 employees, GEODIS is ranked no. 6 in its sector across the world. In 2024, GEODIS generated €11.3 billion in revenue. GEODIS is a company owned by SNCF Group. 
This position is also open to anyone recognized as a disabled worker.  

Reference

2026-18341  

Line Of Business

FREIGHT MANAGEMENT

Position description

Type of assignment

Full-time Regular

Function

Support function - Finance

Job title

Business Controlling Manager M/F

Job description

• Financial Management & Reporting
o Prepare, monitor, and control budgets and forecasts for the airfreight product.
o Analyze monthly results, variances, and KPIs; provide recommendations to improve performance.
o Ensure timely and accurate reporting of financial statements and performance indicators.
o Support month-end and year-end closing activities.
o Lead the preparation of business reviews and presentations for management.
o Ensure timely and accurate reporting to management, shareholders, and regulatory authorities for the entity holding airfreight projects.

o Manage cash flow, bank relationships, and financing activities.

• Internal Controls & Compliance
o Ensure compliance with GEODIS policies, procedures, and relevant regulations.
o Maintain and improve internal controls related to financial processes.
• Transformation projects
o Contribute and assist in the transformation projects : EPM implementation for Financial Controlling and SAP implementation for Accounting
• Business Partnering
o Act as a key contact for finance topics related to airfreight.
o Support commercial and operational teams with financial insights and analysis.
o Participate in cross-functional projects to optimize airfreight operations.
• Team Management
o Supervise, mentor, and develop SCO financial analyst.
o Support professional development and ensure high performance within the team.

Applicant's profile

• Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in financial controlling, preferably in logistics, transportation, or airfreight.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in financial systems and MS Excel; experience with SAP or similar ERP is an advantage.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Leadership or supervisory experience (managing at least one team member).
• Ability to work in an international and cross-functional environment.
• Fluent in English; other languages are an asset.

Working time (%)

100

Position location

Position place

Europe, France, Île-de-France, Hauts-de-Seine

Location

Candidate criteria

Minimum level of education required

MASTER'S DEGREE

Years of experience in similar position

Confirmed (5 to 10 years of experience)

Languages

English (Fluent)