Associate Operations Finance Manager

Aramark•Bell, CA

2d•$75,000 - $95,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Finance Manager will support the objectives of the Finance department by leading and directing financial operations, labor and inventory controls, payroll, cash accountability, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and credit/collections. This position will oversee the finance and administrative functions to ensure accuracy, policy compliance, outstanding customer service, and continuous process improvement. The Assistant Finance Manager will supervise and develop the finance and office staff while maintaining a strong internal control environment and supporting operational leadership. The role will also partner closely with Regional Finance leadership on compliance, organizational initiatives, and month-end close, projection, and flash. This is a full-time, onsite position (Monday through Friday); remote or hybrid work arrangements are not available. The ideal candidate will have a strong operational finance background, outstanding Excel skills, and a proven track record of financial leadership in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, preferably in accounting or finance.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in finance, accounting, and supervising teams.
Prior experience in a operational finance role is strongly preferred.
Strong operational finance experience across accounts payable, accounts receivable, credit control, payroll, and inventory processes.
Considerable knowledge of accounting standards, practices, and procedures.
Experience with analytical, reporting, and financial modeling.
Excellent proficiency with Excel and experience with Oracle or other financial systems preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead and oversee all financial activities for the location, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, credit and collections, payroll processing, inventory management, cash management, and expense management.
Supervise and develop office and finance staff, including hiring, training, mentoring, and performance management to build a strong finance organization.
Maintain a strong focus on providing outstanding internal and external customer service, including billing accuracy, compliance with contractual obligations, and timely/comprehensive collection of outstanding balances.
Collaborate with operational leadership (District Managers and other functional leaders) to support financial reviews, operational initiatives, and issue resolution.
Evaluate, standardize, and improve financial processes to drive efficiencies, cost savings, and operational effectiveness, utilizing standardization, simplification, and automation where possible.
Maintain effective financial controls, ensure compliance with company financial and operational policies and procedures, and participate in internal/external audit activities as needed.
Prepare and present relevant financial information for leadership meetings and support strategic decision-making.
Proactively resolve financial issues and advance unresolved accounts or concerns to appropriate leadership.
Prepare weekly/monthly/quarterly analysis of outstanding debts and report any issues to AR Manager as needed.
Responsible for ongoing evaluation and enforcement of policies and procedures with regard to Credit Control Department.
Advance unresolved issues.
Any ad hoc duties that may arise.
Due to the nature of the business, additional duties may be assigned from time to time.