Senior Finance Manager

Overview

We are seeking an experienced and results-oriented Senior Manager of Finance with a strong background in finance and in-depth knowledge of financial management in the food service distribution sector.

The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing our financial operations, ensuring compliance, and optimizing our financial performance.

The Sr. Manager will have ownership of the budgeting, reporting and strategic analysis for the operations of the business.

The Sr. Manager will be the primary point of contact, within finance, for leadership at their assigned distribution centers and a training and coaching resource for the team.

The Sr. Manager will provide company stakeholders with an understanding of the key operational drivers in variances to budget and forecast, being the subject matter expert on all things relating to the operations of their distribution centers.

This will necessitate regular coordination with various levels of leadership across finance and operations, to ensure alignment.

Additionally, this role will be instrumental in developing robust financial models, pro-forma financial statements, and other requirements as part of high-visibility operations initiatives.

This role requires strong intellectual curiosity and financial modeling skillsets, as well as exceptional people skills as it involves regular interaction with senior leadership.

Responsibilities

• Assist in leading, managing and mentoring the operations finance team, including checking work, assisting younger analysts in the development of their strategic modeling skills and helping oversee the development of our committee and board decks.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes specific to food service distribution.
• Monitor and analyze financial results, providing insights and recommendations for improvements.
• Ensure compliance with all financial regulations and standards relevant to the distribution industry and GAAP reporting standards.
• Manage relationships with Vice Presidents of our distribution network, internal auditors and other external partners.
• Evaluate and enhance financial processes and systems tailored to food service distribution.
• Conduct financial risk assessments and recommend appropriate actions.
• Collaborate with other departments to provide financial guidance and support in decision-making related to distribution operations.
• Prepare and present financial reports to the executive team and board of directors, with a focus on distribution metrics and KPIs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field (MBA or CPA preferred).
• 5+ years of progressive financial management experience, with a strong background in the food service distribution industry.
• Proficiency in food distribution cost analysis, inventory management, and supply chain finance.
• Strong financial modeling and analysis skills, with a focus on distribution-specific metrics.
• Excellent knowledge of financial software and tools used in distribution management.
• Demonstrated leadership and team management abilities.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment unique to food service distribution
30+ days ago