Business Financial Advisor

LOCATION:

This is a Hybrid IN-OFFICE position in one of our offices local to you. Typical hours are M-F, 8a-5p in your time zone. A hybrid schedule will be offered after onboarding and training.

This is NOT a remote position. Relocation is not offered.

POSSIBLE LOCATIONS:

Portland, OR

Chicago West, IL

Carlsbad, CA

Chicago Gateway, IL

Atlanta, GA

New York, NY

Columbia, SC

ABOUT IMPERATIVE LOGISTICS GROUP

Imperative Logistics Group is a diversified supply chain management company, offering a unique portfolio of complementary, premium logistics services. We specialize in Global Forwarding, U.S./Mexico Cross-Border Solutions, Mission Critical Domestic, Expedite Services, and Fine Arts. We propel our customers and their businesses forward keeping them at the forefront of their industries and shaping the next economy.

JOB SUMMARY

The Finance Business Partner will serve as a strategic financial advisor to a high-growth business segment within Imperative Logistics Group. This role is designed for a finance leader with a strong investment banking or corporate finance background, capable of bridging financial strategy with operational execution. Supporting either our Expedite or Global Forwarding and Fine Arts segments, this individual will collaborate closely with senior business leaders, delivering actionable insights, rigorous financial analysis, and forward-looking recommendations that drive performance and growth.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Lead financial planning and analysis for strategic and operational initiatives, providing high-impact support across cross-functional teams.
• Own the development of board-level materials, performance dashboards, budget frameworks, advanced analytics, and financial models tailored to the business segment.
• Conduct sophisticated modeling, scenario planning, and risk analysis to inform long-range financial strategy and operational goals.
• Drive the annual budgeting process, including operating expenses, capital expenditures, and cash flow forecasting.
• Design and maintain reporting packages that measure progress against strategic priorities and key initiatives.
• Partner with leadership to define and implement KPIs and performance dashboards that enhance visibility and accountability.
• Ensure consistency and integrity in financial reporting across the organization, enabling data-driven decision-making.
• Build deep industry and competitive intelligence, identifying benchmarks and trends to inform strategic positioning.

EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

• REQUIRED: Experience with a large Transportation Management Systems (TMS)such as WorldTrack, Full Circle, Sylectus, or CargoWise; CargoWise is preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or a quantitative field with strong financial acumen.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in investment banking, corporate finance, management consulting, or logistics finance.
• Experience working with global, matrixed organizations; direct exposure to the 3PL or freight forwarding industry is highly preferred.
• Proven analytical and problem-solving capabilities, with a proactive and resourceful approach to complex challenges.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders and translate financial insights into strategic action.
• Deep understanding of corporate financial statements and the ability to connect operational decisions to financial outcomes.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and data visualization tools such as PowerBI.
• Familiarity with Adaptive by Workday is preferred.
• Programming experience in SQL, Python, DAX, or R is a plus.
• Comfortable working with large datasets, navigating ambiguity, and applying statistical techniques to drive insight under tight deadlines.

COMPENSATION

$125,000-$150,000, annually/per hour we consider a variety of factors in determining base compensation including but not limited to, experience, education, certifications, internal equity, market data and geography.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The position is in an indoor, office environment, requires the ability to communicate with internal and external customers or vendors verbally and in writing, sit for periods of time, operate typical office equipment which requires seeing and the use of a keyboard.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• 401k matching contribution
• HSA matching contribution
• Paid Time Off
• Life Insurance
• Employer-paid short and long-term disability insurance
• ...and more!

Imperative Logistics Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.