Compass Group

Divisional Financial Controller

Compass Group, New York

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$130,000.00/yr - $155,500.00/yr

Support the financial planning and analysis function for the region, including the development of sound annual budgets and forecasts linked to operational assumptions, as well as the supporting processes required to measure actual performance against budgets and projections and identify risks and opportunities.
Improve financial performance by analyzing results, monitoring variances, and identifying trends; providing performance guidelines and recommendations to field operators as appropriate.
Partner with the operations team to improve the accuracy of weekly flash reports and provide decision support to the operations to drive revenue generation and cost containment.
Guide and support the monthly close process, working closely with finance team members and the field accounting team to continually improve it.
Analyze and review weekly and monthly results, working closely with the operational team to gain insight into financial issues
Provide client-facing reporting as needed, summarizing financial performance, operational metrics, and economic forecasts.
Seek continuous improvement in account profitability by raising the operational teams financial awareness and financial confidence.
Ensure sound financial controls throughout the region, assisting with the review and reconciliation of accounts receivable, credit card, and bank transactions
Handle special projects as needed, including support of field operations and regional initiatives.

3+ years of relevant experience
Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting or Business Administration
Experience in food service or similar service industry a plus
Ability to motivate and work collaboratively with business partners, key team members, senior management, and client groups on various projects and initiatives
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly in building efficient Excel models to improve productivity & PowerPoint to create client-facing presentations on financial performance. Knowledge of SAP, Anaplan, or Essbase is a plus.
The individual must possess a demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks & priorities, have strong organizational skills, and produce consistently accurate work.
Forward thinking, creative, detail-oriented, with the ability to see the big picture
Exceptional communication skills (verbal, written, and presentation skills)
Conformity to the highest standards of personal integrity and ethical behavior

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