Restaurant Associates
Overview
Finance Director (Hybrid) role at Restaurant Associates. This position leads financial planning and analysis within a $1.8B contract food service business, reporting to the SVP of Finance and supporting catering company financial needs. Key Responsibilities
Oversee the FP&A department responsible for budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and analysis of the entire Restaurant Associates sector. Coordinate across the company to develop month-end flash expectations for senior leadership with key drivers of variances to budget and forecasts. Collaborate on new business efforts with a focus on financial modeling and deal strategy across a portfolio of catering companies. Lead the team responsible for the weekly flash process, ensuring accurate analytical commentary for senior leadership. Manage the annual budgeting and forecasting processes, including internal reviews, presentations, and approvals. Liaise with cross-functional teams to build strategic plans, annual budgets, quarterly forecasts, and identify risks and opportunities. Analyze business unit results versus targets for Restaurant Associates and client expectations, highlight issues, and present key economic drivers with risk mitigation strategies. Review and analyze financial reporting to proactively address potential issues. Perform special projects such as industry benchmarking, ad hoc analysis, and prioritizing initiatives with dollarized impact. Own and optimize business processes across the respective companies. Develop and grow the Finance teams. Coordinate sector finance needs with corporate accounting, finance, treasury, IT and other departments as needed. Qualifications
5+ years of financial leadership experience in a multi-site organization Bachelor’s degree required (MBA/Master of Accounting preferred) Industry expertise in food service, hospitality, or a related sector Proven track record in finance strategy execution Strong analytical and communication skills Experience leading large-scale financial transformation, process improvement, and change management initiatives Industry experience in Mergers & Acquisitions Ability to travel within the U.S. (up to 30%) Commitment to ethical leadership, corporate responsibility, and driving a culture of excellence Benefits
Medical Dental Vision Life Insurance/ AD Disability Insurance Retirement Plan Paid Time Off Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state) Associate Shopping Program Health and Wellness Programs Discount Marketplace Identity Theft Protection Pet Insurance Commuter Benefits Employee Assistance Program Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) Paid Parental Leave Personal Leave Apply to Restaurant Associates today. Restaurant Associates is a member of Compass Group USA. Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history, in accordance with applicable laws. Req ID: 1459985
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Finance Director (Hybrid) role at Restaurant Associates. This position leads financial planning and analysis within a $1.8B contract food service business, reporting to the SVP of Finance and supporting catering company financial needs. Key Responsibilities
Oversee the FP&A department responsible for budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and analysis of the entire Restaurant Associates sector. Coordinate across the company to develop month-end flash expectations for senior leadership with key drivers of variances to budget and forecasts. Collaborate on new business efforts with a focus on financial modeling and deal strategy across a portfolio of catering companies. Lead the team responsible for the weekly flash process, ensuring accurate analytical commentary for senior leadership. Manage the annual budgeting and forecasting processes, including internal reviews, presentations, and approvals. Liaise with cross-functional teams to build strategic plans, annual budgets, quarterly forecasts, and identify risks and opportunities. Analyze business unit results versus targets for Restaurant Associates and client expectations, highlight issues, and present key economic drivers with risk mitigation strategies. Review and analyze financial reporting to proactively address potential issues. Perform special projects such as industry benchmarking, ad hoc analysis, and prioritizing initiatives with dollarized impact. Own and optimize business processes across the respective companies. Develop and grow the Finance teams. Coordinate sector finance needs with corporate accounting, finance, treasury, IT and other departments as needed. Qualifications
5+ years of financial leadership experience in a multi-site organization Bachelor’s degree required (MBA/Master of Accounting preferred) Industry expertise in food service, hospitality, or a related sector Proven track record in finance strategy execution Strong analytical and communication skills Experience leading large-scale financial transformation, process improvement, and change management initiatives Industry experience in Mergers & Acquisitions Ability to travel within the U.S. (up to 30%) Commitment to ethical leadership, corporate responsibility, and driving a culture of excellence Benefits
Medical Dental Vision Life Insurance/ AD Disability Insurance Retirement Plan Paid Time Off Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state) Associate Shopping Program Health and Wellness Programs Discount Marketplace Identity Theft Protection Pet Insurance Commuter Benefits Employee Assistance Program Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) Paid Parental Leave Personal Leave Apply to Restaurant Associates today. Restaurant Associates is a member of Compass Group USA. Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history, in accordance with applicable laws. Req ID: 1459985
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