Job Description
The Finance Manager partners with the Operations Teams in developing financial analysis and reporting that aids in effective planning and performance evaluation. In this wide-ranging role, the Finance Manager provides guidance to the front-line management team while training, coaching, developing and mentoring operations managers.
Job Responsibilities
• Coordinates the month-end close process and variance analysis versus projection and plan
• Weekly and monthly analysis of labor and direct cost productivity, including the identification of underperforming locations
• Root case analysis of revenue, operating costs and profit variances to plan and projections
• Leads base unit bookkeepers to ensure the completeness and integrity of all financial reports and internal control requirements
• Partners with operations teams to drive the profitable growth through productivity and revenue growth
• Oversees compliance with contract results, aid in processing scope amendments and annual contract escalation
• Trains operations managers and unit bookkeepers on use of financial reporting systems, understanding and interpreting financial reports and their finance and accounting responsibilities
• Supports the Operations teams with client meetings, quarterly business reviews and budget presentations
• Participates in new business and client retention efforts through analytical support and proforma development
• Coordinate the monthly projection process by supporting operations managers, unit bookkeepers and analyzing financial trends
• Assists in coordinating the annual budget process, which includes setting targets, analysis of monthly spreads and helping with organizing the budget presentation
• Lead analysis and responses to client inquiries
• Develop and submit monthly invoices for business unit contracts to ensure accurate and prompt payment with support from unit bookkeepers and front-line operators
• Actively involved with accounts receivable collections, inventory management and capital expenditure controls which all drive free cash flow
• Assists when needed with internal audit support and government audits
• Develops ad hoc reports for senior management
• Provides information for historical, current and future financial and statistical data
• Performs assigned special projects and analysis as needed by senior management
Qualifications
• Requires at least 4 years of hands-on accounting/finance experience with progressive analytical responsibility
• Requires a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in finance/accounting
• MBA or course work toward an MBA helpful
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, strong attention to detail and the ability to complete established deadlines in a fast-paced environment are essential to your success
• Sound judgement is key as you well as prioritize multiple projects simultaneously, working with both account management and senior leaders of the organization
• Must be organized, demonstrate initiative and have the ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
• Adhering to generally accepted accounting practices and observing all financial controls and processes is required
• Working knowledge of Oracle Discoverer a plus
• Excellent Microsoft Excel skills required
• May require travel 2-4 times a year
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.
