Finance Manager
Ardent Global Logistics
Position: Finance Manager
Location: Flexible / Hybrid
Ardent Global Logistics is a growing, relationship driven freight forwarding and trade advisory firm focused on helping customers do common things in uncommon ways. We operate in an entrepreneurial environment where initiative, ownership, and clarity matter. We are seeking a Finance Manager who can both run the day to day financial engine and provide forward looking insight to leadership.
This role blends accounting, controllership, FP&A, and light CFO level support. You will be the financial backbone of the organization and a trusted partner to leadership as the company continues to scale.
Key Responsibilities
Own monthly close, financial statements, and accuracy of the general ledger
Manage AP, AR, cash application, and working capital visibility
Build and maintain budgets, forecasts, and variance analysis
Develop KPIs and dashboards to support operational decision making
Oversee revenue recognition and shipment level profitability within logistics operations
Improve processes, controls, and reporting structure as the company grows
Support pricing strategy, customer profitability analysis, and deal reviews
Partner with leadership on cash planning, banking relationships, and financial strategy
Qualifications
5+ years of experience in accounting, finance, or FP&A
Experience in logistics, freight forwarding, or service based business preferred
Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting fundamentals
Comfortable building models and working directly with leadership
Highly organized, detail oriented, and process minded
Able to translate financial data into clear business insight
CPA or finance related degree preferred but not required
Entrepreneurial mindset with willingness to take ownership
What Success Looks Like
You bring clarity to the numbers. Leadership trusts the financials, understands profitability, and can make faster decisions because of your insight. Month end becomes smooth and predictable, cash is visible, and reporting evolves from historical to actionable.
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive salary based on experience
Performance bonus opportunity
Health insurance contribution
Flexible work environment
Paid time off and holidays
Professional development support
Opportunity to grow into Controller or future CFO role
If you enjoy building structure inside a growing company and want your work to directly impact decisions, this role is designed for you.