Job Description
LifeWorks is seeking a Regional Finance Manager to support a portfolio of small and mid-sized accounts across our East and West regions. The Regional Finance Manager serves as a strategic finance partner to operations and business leaders, providing financial planning, analysis, reporting, and insight that drive operational performance and long-term decision-making. This role bridges regional operational finance support with enterprise-level FP&A responsibilities, ensuring financial discipline, accurate forecasting, strong controls, and continuous performance improvement
This is a fully remote position. Candidates must be located in the Central or Mountain time zones to best support regional operations.
LifeWorks Restaurant Group is a hospitality-driven restaurant company built for the modern workplace. We design and operate chef-led cafés, catering programs, and food experiences that go far beyond transactions, creating moments of connection, culture, and care in everything we do.
Rooted in culinary excellence and powered by creativity, LifeWorks brings together food, design, and service to build brands within brands, tailoring each experience to the people and communities we serve. Our work lives at the intersection of hospitality and strategy, elevating everyday dining, strengthening workplace culture, and turning food into a meaningful part of how organizations engage their teams.
At LifeWorks, people make the difference. That belief shapes how we lead, how we partner, and how we bring hospitality to life across every café, every campus, and every client relationship. Learn more by visiting lifeworksrestaurantgroup.com
COMPENSATION: The hourly rate or salary range for this position is $110,000.00 to $125,000.00. If both numbers are the same, that is the amount that Aramark expects to offer. This is Aramark’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation for this position as of the time of posting.
BENEFITS: Aramark offers comprehensive benefit programs and services for eligible employees including medical, dental, vision, and work/life resources. Additional benefits may include retirement savings plans like 401(k) and paid days off such as parental leave and disability coverage. Benefits vary by location and are subject to any legal requirements or limitations, employee eligibility status, and where the employee lives and/or works. For more information about Aramark benefits, click here Aramark Careers - Benefits & Compensation.
There is no predetermined application window for this position, the position will close once a qualified candidate is selected. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law, including, but not limited to, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the California Fair Chance Act, and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance to the extent that those laws apply to the opportunity.
Job Responsibilities
Financial Planning, Forecasting & Budgeting
- Lead the annual budgeting process, including revenue projections, expense forecasting, capital expenditures, and target setting in alignment with organizational goals.
- Coordinate monthly projections and rolling forecasts; analyze variances against budgets, forecasts, and prior periods.
- Develop and maintain financial models to support scenario analysis, business planning, and strategic initiatives.
Financial Analysis & Reporting
- Oversee month-end close coordination and ensure timely, accurate financial reporting.
- Perform detailed variance, trend, and profitability analyses across revenue, labor, food/direct costs, overhead, and EBIT.
- Identify underperforming locations or business units and perform root cause analysis, providing actionable recommendations.
- Prepare and present financial reports, dashboards, and performance metrics to senior leadership and operations teams.
Business Partnership & Operational Support
- Partner closely with regional operations leaders and department heads to improve profitability through revenue growth and cost optimization.
- Support operations with financial insights related to pricing, staffing, productivity, and contract performance.
- Participate in client meetings, quarterly business reviews, and budget presentations as a financial subject-matter expert.
- Provide analytical support for new business opportunities, client retention efforts, proformas, and investment evaluations.
Cost Management & Process Improvement
- Monitor costs and expenses, identifying opportunities for efficiency improvements while supporting operational objectives.
- Continuously improve financial planning, analysis, and reporting processes, systems, and tools to enhance accuracy, timeliness, and scalability.
- Ensure consistent application of financial metrics and best practices across regions or business units.
Compliance, Controls & Governance
- Ensure compliance with accounting standards, internal controls, contractual requirements, and regulatory policies.
- Support internal, external, and government audits as required.
- Oversee invoicing related to business unit contracts, accounts receivable collections, inventory management, and capital expenditures to optimize cash flow.
Training, Mentorship & Leadership
- Train and mentor operations managers, analysts, and unit bookkeepers on financial systems, reporting, and financial accountability.
- Promote financial literacy and stronger decision-making across operational teams.'
- Ensure financial data integrity and adherence to reporting standards.
Special Projects & Ad Hoc Analysis
- Lead or support special projects requiring advanced financial and statistical analysis.
- Prepare ad hoc reports and executive-level analyses for senior management, supporting historical, current, and forward-looking evaluations.
Qualifications
Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
- Minimum 4+ years of progressive experience in finance, accounting, or FP&A roles.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data and translate insights into clear recommendations.
- Advanced proficiency in Excel and financial analysis tools.
- Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred
- MBA, Master’s degree, or professional certification (CPA, CFA) a plus.
- Experience supporting operational or multi-location environments.
- Proficiency with financial systems such as SAP, Oracle, Hyperion, or similar platforms.
- Prior experience in budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and business partnering.
Education
About Aramark
Our Mission
Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.
At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.
About Aramark
The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at http://www.aramarkcareers.com or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.
