Operations Finance Analyst: Margin & Forecasting

Aramark; Milford Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark is seeking an Operations Finance Specialist to prepare financial and operating reports, conduct and document financial analysis, and partner with the lead operator to maximize profit by controlling inventories, cash and equipment.

The role requires 2-3 years of financial experience, a Finance/Accounting degree, and strong Excel skills. You will forecast, budget by venue, and generate regular reports while collaborating with teams to improve margins and ensure controls.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-3 years of progressive financial experience including AP/AR, payroll, and P&L management.
• Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting preferred.
• Ability to work with budgeting, cost controls and monthly reporting.
• Adherence to GAAP and strong financial controls.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and detail orientation.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with leadership and communicate levers to improve margins.
• Finance planning and analysis: forecast/budget by venue and reports weekly/monthly/annual.
• Manage cash flow, cash and banking, AR, AP, fixed assets, and capital expenditures.
• Prepare and present weekly/monthly reports to corporation and operators with SMART actions.
• Audit/contract compliance including cash, AP, SOX; coordinate with auditors.
• Maintain financial records in line with policies and regulations.
• Train and develop finance and operations teams on financial concepts.
• Client communications about systems, reporting, and program changes.
• Support operations as directed by leadership/Regional Finance Director.
• Develop proformas for new business and growth opportunities.
• Perform regional/account duties as directed by the Director of FP&A.

Skills

Financial analysis

Forecasting & budgeting

P&L management

Communication

Team collaboration

Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Aramark is seeking an Operations Finance Specialist to prepare financial and operating reports, conduct and document financial analysis, and partner with the lead operator to maximize profit by controlling inventories, cash and equipment.

The role requires 2-3 years of financial experience, a Finance/Accounting degree, and strong Excel skills. You will forecast, budget by venue, and generate regular reports while collaborating with teams to improve margins and ensure controls.