Fixed Cost Manager - Financial Planning & Analysis

Cumberland Farms; Westborough (MA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Wages

Earned Wage Access

Paid Time Off

401K with Company Match

Team Member Discounts

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Health Savings Account

Company Spirit Days

Employee recognition

Job summary

Cumberland Farms in Westborough, MA is seeking a Fixed Cost Manager to own the financial governance, performance reporting, and cost accountability framework for the US/EU business unit, covering a +$1B fixed cost base. This role partners with senior leaders to drive efficiency, build executive dashboards, and apply Zero-Based Budgeting.

The ideal candidate brings 5+ years in FP&A or cost management, strong Excel/Power BI skills, and a proven ability to influence decisions across Finance,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive FP&A, cost management or corporate finance experience.
• Experience in multi-site retail, consumer goods, energy, fuel, or convenience sector preferred.
• Prior exposure to PE-backed portfolio company environment is a strong plus.
• Demonstrated experience applying ZBB or similar cost discipline frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and continuously improve fixed cost management framework for US/EU.
• Own end-to-end fixed cost reporting, including monthly, quarterly, annual cycles.
• Lead bottoms-up annual budget using Zero-Based Budgeting.
• Partner with senior functional leaders to drive cost accountability and performance.
• Drive automation and tooling improvements (Power BI, SQL, Python) to reduce manual work.
• Ensure data integrity and scalability of cost management platforms.

Skills

Financial analysis

Budgeting & forecasting

Cost management

Stakeholder engagement

Leadership presence

Data storytelling

Automation

Power BI

Excel

SQL

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/Economics/Engineering

Tools

Power BI

Excel

PowerPoint

Oracle EPM / Hyperion / SAP

SQL / Python / Tableau / Alteryx

Job description

Are you curious about solving complex business challenges for a leading convenience retailer? Do you have a passion for cross functional collaboration? Then you may be the perfect addition to our team!

Cumberland Farms is one of the fastest-growing convenience retailers in the United States, committed to becoming America’s #1 ‘one-stop’ destination. The business has an established pedigree of delivering excellent fuel, grocery and merchandise, and food service. Headquartered in Westborough, Massachusetts, our Company has grown to over 1,500+ locations across the United States employing over 18,000 team members. You can find us operating under the following store banners: Certified Oil, Cumberland Farms, Fastrac, Kwik Shop, Loaf N Jug, Minit Mart, Sprint Food Stores, Tom Thumb, Turkey Hill, and Quik Stop. Our US headquarters in Westborough, MA is home to our Store Support Center, Company Warehouse, and Culinary Center.

What We Offer:

• Competitive Wages
• Work today, get paid tomorrow through our earned wage access program*
• Paid Time Off
• 401K with Company Match
• Team Member Discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Health Savings Account
• Company Spirit Days
• Employee recognition and awards
• And much more!

Position Summary:

We are seeking a Fixed Cost Manager to own the financial governance, performance reporting, and cost accountability framework for the (US/EU) business unit, covering a +$1B fixed cost base. This role goes beyond traditional FP&A — it is designed for a finance leader who builds and sustains the processes, routines, and analytical infrastructure that give the organization real control over its cost structure. The right candidate thrives in both worlds — rolling up their sleeves to build reports, reconcile numbers, and dig into the data in the morning, then sitting at the table with department heads to discuss assumptions, drive efficiency and performance in the afternoon.

Reporting to the Director of FP&A and operating as a key partner to senior cross-functional leaders across Finance, Marketing, Operations, HR, IT and Procurement, this role is central to how the US/EU business understands, manages, and improves its cost performance. Prior experience in a PE-backed, portfolio company, or high-accountability cost management environment is a strong plus.

Responsibilities:

Process & Governance:

• Design, implement, and continuously improve the fixed cost management framework for the US/EU business, including financial routines, reporting cadences, and cost governance standards aligned with ZBB principles.
• Establish and maintain CoA mappings, cost center hierarchies, and category classifications to ensure consistency and integrity across all cost reporting.
• Define and enforce budget ownership accountability across business functions, ensuring every cost category has a clear owner and a clear process.

Financial Reporting & Performance Management:

• Own the end-to-end fixed cost reporting cycle — monthly, quarterly, and annual — delivering insightful and actionable analysis to the Director of FP&A and senior leadership.
• Perform detailed variance analysis versus budget, forecast, and prior periods; clearly articulate root causes, cost drivers, and recommended actions.
• Develop and maintain executive-ready reporting packages and dashboards that provide real-time spend visibility to department heads and business partners.
• Support month-end close activities in close coordination with Accounting, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of cost reporting.

Budgeting & Forecasting:

• Lead the bottoms-up annual fixed cost budget build for the US/EU business, applying Zero-Based Budgeting (ZBB) methodology to challenge assumptions and identify savings opportunities.
• Drive quarterly forecast updates, incorporating business changes, cost trends, and risk/opportunity assessments with a clear narrative for senior leadership.

Business Partnering & Stakeholder Engagement:

• Serve as the primary finance partner for senior functional leaders (Finance, Marketing, Operations, HR, IT, Procurement, and Legal), driving cost accountability and performance through structured financial reviews and decision-support analysis.
• Translate complex financial data into clear, concise insights that enable non-finance stakeholders to make better, faster decisions.
• Identify and support the execution of cost optimization initiatives, including vendor negotiations, scope adjustments, policy changes, and expense controls.
• Drive automation and process improvement initiatives, leveraging tools such as Power BI, Excel, Python, SQL, or similar platforms to eliminate manual work and elevate reporting quality.
• Partner with IT and Financial Systems teams to ensure data integrity and scalability of cost management tools and platforms.

Working Relationships:

This position requires close partnership with Finance, Marketing, FP&A, Accounting, Operations, HR, IT, Procurement, Legal, and the Global Fixed Cost Management team.

Requirements:

Minimum Education: Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Engineering, or a related field.

Minimum Experience: Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in FP&A, cost management or corporate finance

Preferred Experience:

• Experience in a multi-site retail, consumer goods, energy, fuel, or convenience sector business strongly preferred.
• Prior exposure to a PE-backed portfolio company environment is a strong plus.
• Demonstrated experience applying ZBB or similar cost discipline frameworks.
• Experience liaising with senior stakeholders.

Technical Skills:

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint — required
• Working knowledge of P&L structure, fixed/indirect cost categories, and SG&A cost drivers — required
• Experience with financial planning systems (Oracle EPM, Hyperion, SAP, or similar) — highly desirable
• Familiarity with data and analytics tools (Power BI, SQL, Python, Tableau, or Alteryx) — highly desirable
• Interest in or working knowledge of AI-powered tools applied to finance and analytics — a plus
• Strong financial leadership presence — able to engage and influence senior stakeholders with confidence and credibility.
• Exceptional analytical rigor and attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; story telling
• Ability to build collaborative relationships across functions, seniority levels, and geographies.
• Proactive, highly organized — comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced, results-driven environment.
• Strong sense of cost accountability and budget discipline, with a genuine drive to improve business performance.

Other Requirements: Hours & Conditions: Monday – Friday, 8 hour days in office setting, ability to work from home in approved hybrid schedule

Physical Requirements: Minimal physical effort required; sitting / standing at computer for long periods of time. Ability to maneuver and lift up to 10 lbs.

At Cumberland Farms, it’s important that our employees reflect the world we live in and the communities we serve. We celebrate our differences, so your unique background and skillset could bring a wonderful new perspective to our team. If you have a passion for delivering exceptional results, thrive in a fast-paced corporate environment, and bring experience in business management or related areas, we'd love to meet you - even if you don't meet every single requirement.

Consistent with Massachusetts Pay Transparency Law, we’re sharing the base salary range for this position. Final pay within this range will be based on your skills, experience, and qualifications. Base pay represents just one part of our total rewards approach. We’re proud to offer a variety of financial and non-financial benefits that invest in your overall growth, well-being, and career journey.