Member of the local executive management team, the Area Director, Finance will oversee 1-3 large 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, and VP Merchandising to achieve Area and company key results.
Responsible for understanding financial results and integrating a financial lens to drive Key Results. This person will frequently collaborate and align with Area leaders to execute the overarching financial strategy and operational drivers, as well as take initiative to create and drive operational improvements that positively impact financial outcomes. Further, they must effectively influence others by summarizing and articulating the detailed nuances of financial insights to help leaders understand and plan actionable next steps. They regularly demonstrate courage by challenging perspectives, offering alternative solutions, and making difficult decisions to achieve optimal outcomes.
A successful Area Director, Finance provides ample support and mentorship to build and develop a high performing team. Manages the Area and DC Finance, Accounting, and Inventory Control. Responsible for supporting the financial integrity and control environment for a $500 million to $1.5 billion business Area
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Own the execution of Area finance strategy
Advisor on long-term business financial and strategic planning to the Area President and Area functional leaders for future growth opportunities aligned with Company Long Range Plan (LRP).
Collaborate with all other functional partners in driving improved financial results and assist on plays to support strategic initiatives.
Assess financial performance and initiate strategic actions to drive results
Develop appropriate financial targets/outcomes through an understanding of key operational drivers and be able to discuss and support with the Area Leadership Team
Own P&L management through strategic decisions to manage costs and improve efficiencies
Provide clear visibility and comprehensive guidance to the Area leadership team in meeting financial outcomes
Demonstrate analytical foresight to help make immediate decisions that will positively impact the future of the business
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Act as a trusted advisor for all things Finance
Partner with Controller's Group, Area Finance Manager, Finance Support Team (FST), and VP of Finance Field Leader to create and deliver timely and accurate financial reports.
Own and coordinate with Area functional leaders the annual business planning and monthly forecast for the Area.
Be the gatekeeper for the Area team on all financial processes that affect results and highlight any potential risks and opportunities
Establish credibility and trust with leaders across their area by building relationships and understanding individual needs and pain points
Operate as a true business partner by bringing an end-to-end value chain perspective, broad business acumen, and an independent point of view
Act as an ultimate source of truth with financial data and has analytical data readily available to guide discussion and decisions
Be resourceful by leveraging all available tools and information to learn and help execute as a trusted financial advisor
Manage working capital and review balance sheet health quarterly with corporate stakeholders
Lead financial acumen training for all Area and DC management to improve understanding on how they contribute to the Area financial results
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Collaborate with and influence Area leaders to understand financial complexities and make sound decisions
Identify opportunities for gross profit improvement and cost management, and drive accountability for execution.
Drive profitable sales growth by reviewing, providing guidance, and approving all local customer contracts and incentive agreements.
Collaborate with Sales Excellence, Area Sales management (Local and National), and Revenue Management teams in Customer profitability decisions.
Understand critical levers to ensure the annual business plans are met through review of daily and weekly results dashboards, analyze data, provide insightful explanations of variances / trends, and coordinate action plans.
Responsible for leading an effective Inventory Adjustments routine by collaborating with Operations, Merchandising, and Inventory Control in attaining the company targets for damage, spoilage and shrink.
Collaborate with AVPMM and MRO to ensure inventory is aligned with the Company's DIOH requirements and minimize nonproductive inventory.
Partner with the Credit organization to support Sales growth while minimizing risk and managing working capital.
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Build a high performing team and inclusive work environment
Train, coach, and develop direct and indirect reports into a high performing team. Actively manage and support the day-to-day performance and career growth of all resources, including annual performance reviews. Increase the financial acumen across the functions at all management levels including basic to more advanced training to align specific functional responsibilities with their ultimate impact to improving financial results.
Lead by example and own their personal development (e.g., ask for feedback, act on feedback, continue to expand working knowledge)
Understand team's development needs and hold them accountable for having development plans
Drive an environment of continuous improvement and high engagement for team members in all role segments (i.e., On-site, Blended, Remote)
Offer continual support and guidance for team members as they manage change
Demonstrate managerial courage and conflict resolution to improve team performance and drive results
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Drive continuous improvement across the Area and broader business to improve financial outcomes
Lead continuous improvement through performing root cause analysis, implementing solutions, and challenging the status quo to drive improved results
Lead the implementation of the US Foods Way for Finance
Take initiative to solve business problems or inefficiencies, both inside and outside of their designated Area
Partner with Area leadership to translate and conceptualize new approaches and offer concrete guidance to drive operational cost improvements, operating efficiencies, and opportunities for the business
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Responsible for all field related SOX controls for the Area Hub and DCs. Support control environment for all DCs in the Area by reporting and correcting any control deficiencies.
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Complete ad hoc projects, analysis and initiatives as requested.
SUPERVISION:
Various Area Hub staff including inventory control clerks, IT contractors and finance manager (with their reports). In market DCs there is virtual supervision of IT contractors. Indirect reporting relationship with the credit manager and coordinators.
RELATIONSHIPS
Internal: Area staff members, Regional and Support Office accounting, and all Finance personnel
External: Customers
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Onsi te: The associate in this role is expected to perform assigned responsibilities inside
a US Foods office-based environment.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree
Minimum 7 years of accounting and/or financial analysis management experience
Proven experience and effectiveness in leading and managing 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
Proficient in Microsoft Excel and working knowledge of the other Microsoft Office 365 applications
Excellent communication & interpersonal skills
Strong organization and prioritization skills
Limited travel as necessary
Certifications/Training
N/A
Compensation depends on relevant experience and/or education, specific skills, function, geographic location, and other factors as applicable by law. The expected base rate for this role is between $110,000-$180,000.
This role is also eligible for an annual incentive plan bonus and long-term incentive program.
Benefits for this role include health insurance, pre-tax spending accounts, retirement benefits, paid time off, short-term and long-term disability, employee stock purchase plan, and life insurance. To review available benefits, please click here: https://www.usfoods.com/careers/benefits.html
Licenses
N/A
Preferred Qualifications
BS in Business Administration, Accounting or Finance
CPA or MBA
Industry experience and understanding of inventory management
Experience that includes collaboration in a functional matrixed environment and virtual leadership across multiple sites
Anaplan experience
Compensation depends on relevant experience and/or education, specific skills, function, geographic location, and other factors as applicable by law (for example: state minimum wage thresholds). The expected base rate for this role is between
$110,000 - $180,000
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