Area Director Finance - Lake Michigan (100% Onsite)

US Foods•Warrenville, IL

5d•Onsite

About The Position

As a member of the local leadership management team, the Area Director, Finance oversees one or more Distribution Centers (DCs). Key business partner working with the Area President and cross-functional team members including VP Sales, VP Operations, Human Resource Business Partner, Pricing Director and VP Merchandising & Marketing to achieve Area and company key results. Responsible for understanding financial results and integrating a financial lens to drive Key Results. This role frequently collaborates and aligns with other Area leaders to execute the overarching financial strategy and operational drivers and takes initiative to create and drive operational improvements that positively impact financial outcomes. This role effectively influences others by summarizing and articulating the detailed nuances of financial insights helping leaders understand and plan actionable next steps. The Area Director, Finance leads the development of and communicates the financial forecast ensuring the team is positioned to deliver the forecasted results. This role challenges perspectives, offers alternative solutions, and makes difficult decisions to achieve optimal outcomes. Responsible for supporting the financial integrity and control environment for a high scope of impact Area, which is based on Annual Sales Volume, EBITDA, number of IND customers, and number of markets within Area. This position has been segmented as 100% Onsite meaning the work is completed 100% onsite at an assigned location.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree
Minimum 8 years of accounting and/or financial analysis management experience
Proven experience and effectiveness in leading and influencing others
General knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, and cost control principles including Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and SOX
Broad skillset in financial analysis and financial modeling
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel
Excellent communication & interpersonal skills
Strong organization and prioritization skills
Limited travel as necessary

Nice To Haves

BS in Business Administration, Accounting or Finance
CPA or MBA
Industry experience and understanding of inventory management
Experience that includes collaboration within a functional matrixed environment and virtual leadership across multiple sites
Anaplan experience

Responsibilities

Own the execution of Area finance strategy
Act as a trusted advisor for all things Finance
Collaborate with and influence Area leaders to understand financial complexities and make sound decisions
Influence others
Drive continuous improvement across the Area and broader business to improve financial outcomes
Complete ad hoc projects, analysis and initiatives as requested.
Other duties as assigned by manager.