DIR, FINANCE

Compass Group • Houston, TX

10d • Remote

About The Position

The Director of Finance oversees all financial aspects of the business and drives the account’s financial strategy and planning. The role assesses the financial performance of the school nutrition program and assists with accounting and control functions, including revenue and expense reporting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and monthly financial reporting requirements.

The position develops and maintains accurate financial statements and reports in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), supports budget and forecast development, monitors monthly results and variances, and establishes and enforces financial and accounting policies and procedures. It also provides financial guidance to operating units and management, and prepares the annual budget in consultation with the regional Vice President.

The role is remote. Because services are performed in an educational facility, work may be reduced or paused during winter and summer breaks, potentially resulting in unpaid temporary layoffs. Depending on business needs, the employee may be required to work year-round, potentially at a different location during break periods.

Requirements

• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles.
• Strong organization and time management skills to manage and complete multiple, shifting priorities and projects accurately and on time.
• Strong professional and interpersonal skills, including negotiation and influencing others, as well as written communication skills.
• Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university in Accounting or Finance.
• Five or more years of related experience, including reporting and analysis.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents; respond to common inquiries or complaints; write speeches and articles to prescribed style and format; and effectively present information to top management, public groups, and boards of directors.
• Independent thinking and ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions; detail orientation and ability to analyze data, trends, and processes; ability to interpret technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with abstract and concrete variables.
• Strong experience with SAP, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze monthly Management Reporting, New Rebid and Lost Business Reporting, weekly Business Owners Reports, and assigned ad hoc requests.
• Provide direction to operating units and operating management on matters involving client returns and PBO goals.
• Assist in compiling and analyzing budgets and forecasts, considering what-if scenarios and making suggestions.
• Develop and maintain timely and accurate financial statements and reports appropriate for users and compliant with GAAP.
• Develop, implement, and ensure compliance with internal financial and accounting policies and procedures.
• Review monthly results and implement monthly variance reporting.
• Implement policies and procedures to secure personnel and financial information and store it in compliance with current legislation.
• Establish guidelines for budget and forecast preparation and prepare the annual budget in consultation with the regional Vice President.
• Oversee accounting and control functions, including revenue and expense reporting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and monthly financial reporting requirements.
• Assess the financial performance of the school nutrition program and drive the account’s financial strategy and planning.

Benefits

• Opportunities for training and development.
• Retirement plan.
• Associate shopping program.
• Health and wellness programs.
• Discount marketplace.
• Identity theft protection.
• Pet insurance.
• Voluntary benefits, including critical illness, accident, hospital indemnity, legal services, and choice auto and home programs.
• Medical insurance for full-time positions.
• Dental insurance for full-time positions.
• Vision insurance for full-time positions.
• Life insurance/AD for full-time positions.
• Disability insurance for full-time positions.
• Commuter benefits for full-time positions.
• Employee assistance program for full-time positions.
• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs) for full-time positions.
• Associates may be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director