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Job Description As a Finance Manager you will be responsible for preparation of financial and operating reports and conduct and document financial analysis projects. This position will report directly to the Senior Controller at the account and enforce procedures that maximize profit by ensuring operational targets, internal control of inventories, cash, and equipment. Job Responsibilities • Highly collaborative with Regional Finance Director, District Manager, Directors, and Managers and communicate key levers to improve margins • Financial planning and analysis: create annual forecast/budget by venue, create weekly/monthly/annual financial reports • Accountable for Cash Flow, Cash and Banking, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Fixed Assets, and Capital Expenditures • Weekly/Monthly reporting – including analyzing and communicating to the corporation and operators, including targets with SMART actions • Audits/Contract Compliance – including Cash, Accounts Payable, SOX and working with internal corporate auditors • Meal Plans: manage deferred income account(s) reconciliation, participate in annual meal plan structure/rate increase, maintain patron management system balances • Maintain all financial records and reports in adherence with Aramark’s Business Conduct Policy and all local, state, and federal regulations and codes • Train and develop finance and operations teams on financial acumen and policies • Client Communication – including systems, reporting, and changes to the program • Assist in operational support as needed with direction from District Manager/Regional Finance Director • Develop proformas for new business and revenue growth opportunities • Performs regional and account related duties as directed by the Regional Finance Director • Manage, train, develop, and motivate Finance Support staff • Sound judgment and ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations Qualifications • Ideal candidates will possess a bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting • Minimum 2-3 of 5 years of progressive financial experience required, including AP/AR, payroll, and P&L management • Ability to work closely with a team in budgeting, cost controls and monthly weekly reporting is critical. • Adhering to generally accepted accounting practices and observing all financial controls and processes is required. • Excellent oral and written communication skills, strong attention to detail and the ability to work under strict deadlines are essential • Must be organized, demonstrate initiative and have ability to diagnose current state and achieve process improvement • Excellent Microsoft Excel skills required including pivot tables, goal seek, etc • Candidate must be willing to work event-based hours that include evenings and weekends 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 aramarkcareers.com or connect with us on Facebook , Instagram and Twitter .

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Must-haves

Highly collaborative with Regional Finance Director, District Manager, Directors, and Managers and communicate key levers to improve margins
Financial planning and analysis: create annual forecast/budget by venue, create weekly/monthly/annual financial reports
Accountable for Cash Flow, Cash and Banking, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Fixed Assets, and Capital Expenditures
Weekly/Monthly reporting – including analyzing and communicating to the corporation and operators, including targets with SMART actions
Audits/Contract Compliance – including Cash, Accounts Payable, SOX and working with internal corporate auditors
Meal Plans: manage deferred income account(s) reconciliation, participate in annual meal plan structure/rate increase, maintain patron management system balances
Maintain all financial records and reports in adherence with Aramark’s Business Conduct Policy and all local, state, and federal regulations and codes
Train and develop finance and operations teams on financial acumen and policies
Client Communication – including systems, reporting, and changes to the program
Assist in operational support as needed with direction from District Manager/Regional Finance Director
Develop proformas for new business and revenue growth opportunities
Performs regional and account related duties as directed by the Regional Finance Director
Manage, train, develop, and motivate Finance Support staff
Sound judgment and ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations
Ideal candidates will possess a bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting
Minimum 2-3 of 5 years of progressive financial experience required, including AP/AR, payroll, and P&L management
Ability to work closely with a team in budgeting, cost controls and monthly weekly reporting is critical.
Adhering to generally accepted accounting practices and observing all financial controls and processes is required.
Excellent oral and written communication skills, strong attention to detail and the ability to work under strict deadlines are essential
Must be organized, demonstrate initiative and have ability to diagnose current state and achieve process improvement
Excellent Microsoft Excel skills required including pivot tables, goal seek, etc
Candidate must be willing to work event-based hours that include evenings and weekends

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