Operations Finance Manager - RWJBH

Aramark Corporation; Newark, Northern (NJ, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Parental leave

Disability coverage

Job summary

Aramark Corporation in New Jersey is seeking a Finance Manager to partner with operations, lead month-end close, and deliver detailed financial analysis for performance evaluation across Food & Nutrition and EVS services.

You will mentor unit bookkeepers, drive cost control and revenue growth, coordinate client reviews and budgeting processes, and ensure compliance with contract requirements for a major healthcare contract.

Qualifications

• Requires at least 4 years of hands-on accounting/finance experience with progressive analytical responsibility.
• Requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in finance/accounting.
• MBA or coursework toward an MBA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates the month-end close process and variance analysis versus projection and plan.
• Weekly and monthly analysis of food, labor and direct cost productivity, including the identification of underperforming locations.
• Root cause analysis of revenue, operating costs and EBIT variances to plan and projections.
• Leads base unit bookkeepers with ensuring the completeness and integrity of all financial reports and internal control requirements are met.
• Partners with operations teams to drive the profitable growth of profit and loss through productivity and revenue growth.
• Oversees compliance with contract requirements, aids in monitoring key performance metrics, and participates in contract performance reviews.
• Trains operations managers and unit bookkeepers on use of financial reporting systems, understanding and interpreting financial reports and their finance and accounting responsibilities.
• Supports the operations teams with client meetings, quarterly business reviews and budget presentations.
• Participates in new business and client retention efforts through analytical support and proforma development.
• Coordinates the monthly projection process by supporting operations managers, unit bookkeepers and analyzing financial trends.
• Assists in coordinating the monthly planning process, which includes setting targets, analysis of monthly spreads and helping with organizing the budget presentation.
• Leads analysis and responses to client inquiries.
• Develop and submit monthly invoices for business unit contracts to ensure accurate and prompt payment with support from unit bookkeepers.
• Actively involved with accounts receivable collections, inventory management and capital expenditure controls which all drive free cash flow
• Assists when needed with internal audit support and government audits
• Tracks and reports on all modifications
• Develops ad hoc reports for senior management
• Provides information for historical, current and future financial and statistical data
• Performs assigned special projects and analysis as needed by senior management

Skills

Hands-on accounting/finance

Financial analysis

Budgeting

Variance analysis

Excel skills

Communication

Travel required

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance/accounting

MBA or coursework toward MBA preferred

Tools

Spreadsheet software

Database software

Job description

Job Description

This role must be located in Middlesex, Somerset, Monmouth, or Ocean County.

Aramark Healthcare+ is proud to begin a multi-year partnership with a large healthcare system. This role will cover Food & Nutrition and EVS. This collaboration-Aramark's largest U.S. healthcare contract-will leverage advanced technologies including AI-driven meal planning, robotics, and mobile platforms to enhance patient and staff experiences. Join us as we help transform healthcare hospitality through innovation, service excellence, and meaningful impact.
The Finance Manager partners with the operations teams in developing financial analysis and reporting that aids in effective planning and performance evaluation. In this wide-ranging role, the Finance Manager provides guidance to the front-line management team while training, coaching, developing and mentoring operations managers.

Job Responsibilities

• Coordinates the month-end close process and variance analysis versus projection and plan
• Weekly and monthly analysis of food, labor and direct cost productivity, including the identification of underperforming locations
• Root cause analysis of revenue, operating costs and Earnings Before Interest and Taxes variances to plan and projections
• Leads base unit bookkeepers with ensuring the completeness and integrity of all financial reports and internal control requirements are met
• Partners with operations teams to drive the profitable growth of profit and loss through productivity and revenue growth
• Oversees compliance with contract requirements, aids in monitoring key performance metrics, and participates in contract performance reviews
• Trains operations managers and unit bookkeepers on use of financial reporting systems, understanding and interpreting financial reports and their finance and accounting responsibilities
• Supports the operations teams with client meetings, quarterly business reviews and budget presentations
• Participates in new business and client retention efforts through analytical support and proforma development
• Coordinates the monthly projection process by supporting operations managers, unit bookkeepers and analyzing financial trends
• Assists in coordinating the monthly planning process, which includes setting targets, analysis of monthly spreads and helping with organizing the budget presentation
• Leads analysis and responses to client inquiries
• Develop and submit monthly invoices for business unit contracts to ensure accurate and prompt payment with support from unit bookkeepers
• Actively involved with accounts receivable collections, inventory management and capital expenditure controls which all drive free cash flow
• Assists when needed with internal audit support and government audits
• Tracks and reports on all modifications
• Develops ad hoc reports for senior management
• Provides information for historical, current and future financial and statistical data
• Performs assigned special projects and analysis as needed by senior management

At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.

Qualifications

• Requires at least 4 years of hands‑on accounting/finance experience with progressive analytical responsibility
• Requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in finance/accounting
• MBA or course work toward an MBA preferred
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, sound judgment and ability to learn quickly
• The ability to adapt to new situations and work with senior management as well as prioritize multiple projects simultaneously is key
• Ability to be detailed-oriented and possess exceptional organizational skills and will be able to meet established deadlines in a fast‑paced environment
• Strong working knowledge of spreadsheet and database software
• Strong Excel skills
• Requires travel

Compensation Data

COMPENSATION: The Salaried rate for this position is $90,000.00 to $105,000.00. If both numbers are the same, that is the amount that Aramark expects to offer. This is Aramark's good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation for this position as of the time of posting.

BENEFITS: Aramark offers comprehensive benefit programs and services for eligible employees including medical, dental, vision, and work/life resources. Additional benefits may include retirement savings plans like 401(k) and paid days off such as parental leave and disability coverage. Benefits vary by location and are subject to any legal requirements or limitations, employee eligibility status, and where the employee lives and/or works. For more information about Aramark benefits, Aramark Careers - Benefits & Compensation

There is no predetermined application window for this position, the position will close once a qualified candidate is selected. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all applicable laws, including, but not limited to all applicable Fair Chance Ordinances and Acts. For jobs in San Francisco, this includes the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

About Aramark

Our Mission

Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.

At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

About Aramark

The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at http://www.aramarkcareers.com or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.