Finance Logistics Manager

Kroger; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Kroger is seeking a Finance Supervisor at the Memphis Distribution Center to supervise and direct finance functions, prepare periodic reports, and support budgeting and forecasting. You will oversee journal entries, reconciliations, and variance analyses, develop financial models, and ensure compliance with policies and regulations while guiding a small team and partnering with site management.

Strong communication and analytical skills are essential to drive accurate financial information for

Qualifications

• 2+ years financial experience with emphasis on forecasting and/or budgeting.
• Ability to perform statistical data analysis and analytical review.
• Ability to travel independently (<10%).
• Demonstrates professional demeanor and confidentiality.
• Ability to delegate and follow up on assignments while striving for results.
• Experience in prioritizing and handling multiple projects and assignments while attaining on-time completion.
• Strong attention to detail for identifying errors in calculations and reports.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to relate to and understand others.
• Must be a team player.
• Excellent listening and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft office programs.
• Independently exercise sound analytical judgment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare budgeting, forecasting, and reporting numbers for site.
• Prepare and submit period end journal entries.
• Prepare account reconciliations, review period end financial statements and research variances.
• Produce financial, statistical, and operational information from multiple sources for decision-making.
• Produce financial models and forecasts as requested by management.
• Manage budget and serve as system administrator to budget software.
• Assist the site in budgeting, financial analysis and cost control.
• Assist the controller in counseling the site concerning operations and other problems relating to financial control.
• Prepare ad hoc reports of financial transactions into accurate timely reports for management and regulatory compliance.
• Supervise and coach direct reports; complete performance reviews and provide feedback.

Skills

Forecasting

Budgeting

Data analysis

Travel

Confidentiality

Delegation

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Team player

Communication

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's Degree Accounting/Finance

Tools

Crystal Reports

Business Objects

DODECA

ESSBASE

Job description

Responsible to supervise and direct the finance functions at the Distribution Center. Prepare periodic reports, review and reconcile data, and participate in the development of specialized financial data. Oversee and prepare entries and adjustments to records, files, and statements. Assist with financial and variance analyses, budgeting and forecasting preparation. Ensure that finance functions are complete in accordance with established policies and standards and related governmental requirements. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.

Responsibilities

• Prepare budgeting, forecasting, and reporting numbers for site
• Prepare and submit period end journal entries
• Prepare account reconciliations, review period end financial statements and research variances
• Produce financial, statistical, and operational information from multiple sources for use in decision-making
• Produce financial models and forecasts as requested by management
• Manage budget and serve as system administrator to budget software
• Assist the site in budgeting, financial analysis and cost control
• Assist the controller in counseling the site concerning operations and other problems relating to financial control
• Prepare ad hoc reports of financial transactions into accurate timely reports that provide meaningful information for operating management and/or comply with federal, state, and local regulations
• Supervise and coach direct reports in the performance of their duties; complete performance reviews and provide feedback to direct reports
• Maintain flexibility to work any shift, including holidays
• Must be able to perform the essential job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation

Minimum Qualifications

• 2+ years financial experience with emphasis on forecasting and/or budgeting
• Requires ability to perform statistical data analysis and analytical review
• Ability to travel independently (<10%)
• Demonstrates professional demeanor and confidentiality
• Ability to delegate and follow up on assignments while striving for results
• Experience in prioritizing and handling multiple projects and assignments while attaining on-time completion
• Strong attention to detail for identifying errors in calculations and reports
• Excellent organizational skills
• Demonstrated ability to relate to and understand others
• Must be a team player
• Excellent listening and verbal communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft office programs
• Independently exercise sound analytical judgment

Desired Experience

• Bachelor's Degree Accounting/Finance
• Strong ability to learn Kroger software (Crystal Reports, Business Objects, DODECA and ESSBASE)