It s more than a job When you work in Freight Logistics and Operations at Kuehne Nagel you play a key role in optimising processes and ensuring that inventory and shipments move efficiently But that is not all Your work also helps ensure that vital medicines reach patients on time and supports other essential deliveries from wind turbines to semiconductors At Kuehne Nagel our contribution counts in more ways than we imagine As the Excellence Manager - Finance you will oversee and manage all aspects of KNIL s freight settlement services This role requires deep knowledge of freight payments financial processes and technology solutions You will work closely with internal teams customers and 3PL providers to streamline processes ensure accuracy and drive operational efficiency How you create impact Oversee freight settlement services ensuring full control of financial flows and alignment with KN financial guidelines Manage internal external escalations and support customer month-end closures Ensure accurate accruals reporting and cost allocation as per customer requirements Own the onboarding process for current Logistics Service Providers LSPs regarding freight settlement Act as a single point of contact for freight settlement topics resolving billing queries with root cause analysis Create and maintain SOPs related to freight settlement and accruals Develop and present key performance indicators KPIs internally and externally to monitor financial health and drive improvements Ensure proper month-end closure handling accruals and accurate billing in line with financial and contractual obligations Maintain accurate financial reports and logistics indicators e g FIN report accruals E2E freight settlement KPIs Ensure delivery of process improvements across stakeholders based on root cause analysis Ensure adherence to customer contractual financial KPIs and KN internal audit standards Compliance GDP GxP - if applicable Ensure activities comply with WHO EU GDP guidelines customer Quality Agreements and relevant legal standards Supervise documentation practices storage and archiving of GxP documents Ensure 100 compliance with GDP GxP KN Pharma Chain Battery Chain Engine Chain etc if applicable Key Performance Indicators Compliance with KN financial guidelines evaluated periodically via audits Adherence to customer contract requirements and financial KPIs 100 compliance with GDP GxP where required Additional Responsibilities Execute additional tasks and follow supervisor instructions provided they comply with laws ethical standards and safety regulations Respect company confidentiality data protection rules and compliance regulations Use company property responsibly and ensure timely reliable task completion What we would like you to bring Education Degree in Finance Accounting or related field Experience 5-10 years in finance preferably in logistics or freight settlement Freight Settlement Strong knowledge of freight billing accruals and cost allocation Reporting Skilled in financial reporting KPI tracking and data analysis SOPs Experience developing and maintaining SOPs Compliance Understanding of financial controls audits GDP GxP compliance Month-End Experience managing accruals and account closures Communication Excellent communication and stakeholder management Tools Proficient in Excel ERP systems and financial reporting tools Problem Solving Strong analytical skills to resolve billing issues and improve processes What s in it for you Who we are Logistics shapes everyday life - from the goods we consume to the healthcare we rely on At Kuehne Nagel your work goes beyond logistics it enables both ordinary and special moments in the lives of people around the world As a global leader with a strong heritage and a vision to move the world forward we offer a safe stable environment where your career can make a real difference Whether we help deliver life-saving medicines develop sustainable transportation solutions or support our local communities your career will contribute to more than you can imagine We kindly advise that placement agencies refrain from submitting unsolicited profiles Any submissions of candidates without prior signed agreement will be considered our property and no fees will be paid