Operations Finance Strategist

Aramark Corporation; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Aramark Corporation in Chicago, IL is seeking an Operations Finance Specialist responsible for preparing financial and operating reports, conducting financial analyses, and enforcing controls to maximize profit. You will work with site leaders to forecast budgets and deliver timely financial insights.

The role requires 2–3+ years of financial experience, a Finance/Accounting degree, and strong Excel/communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-3 years of progressive financial experience required, including AP/AR, payroll, and P&L management
• Ideal candidates will possess a bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting
• Ability to work closely with a team in budgeting, cost controls and monthly reporting is critical.
• Adhering to generally accepted accounting practices and observing all financial controls and processes is required.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, strong attention to detail and the ability to work under strict deadlines are essential
• Must be organized, demonstrate initiative and have ability to diagnose current state and achieve process improvement
• Excellent Microsoft Excel skills required
• Candidate must be willing to work event-based hours that include evenings andweekends

Responsibilities

• Highly collaborative with leadership and communicate key levers to improve margins
• Financial planning and analysis: create annual forecast/budget by venue, create weekly/monthly/annual financial reports
• Accountable for Cash Flow, Cash and Banking, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Fixed Assets, and Capital Expenditures
• Weekly/Monthly reporting - including analyzing and communicating to the corporation and operators, including targets with SMART actions
• Audits/Contract Compliance - including Cash, Accounts Payable, SOX and working with internal corporate auditors
• Maintain all financial records and reports in adherence with Aramark's Business Conduct Policy and all local, state, and federal regulations and codes
• Train and develop finance and operations teams on financial acumen and policies
• Client Communication (as applicable) - including systems, reporting, and changes to the program
• Assist in operational support as needed with direction from Good Uncle Leadership/Regional Finance Director
• Develop proformas for new business and revenue growth opportunities
• Performs regional and account related duties as directed by the Director of FP&A

Skills

Financial analysis

Budgeting

Cost controls

Monthly reporting

Excel skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting

Job description

Aramark Corporation in Chicago, IL is seeking an Operations Finance Specialist responsible for preparing financial and operating reports, conducting financial analyses, and enforcing controls to maximize profit. You will work with site leaders to forecast budgets and deliver timely financial insights.

The role requires 2–3+ years of financial experience, a Finance/Accounting degree, and strong Excel/communication skills.