Regional Finance Director

Aramark; Los Angeles (CA); Remote; USD 115,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Regional Finance Director to guide the financial strategy for the operating region within Collegiate Hospitality. You will oversee planning, forecasts, and analysis while partnering with Finance and Operations leadership to drive regional outcomes.

Location flexibility is offered with West Coast preference; relocation may be available. The role requires up to 50% travel and a strong background in FP&A, leadership, and cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• Requires a minimum of a Bachelor's degree with 6-8 years FP&A experience.
• Master's degree and/or CPA are preferred but not required.
• Minimum of 2 years experience managing a finance team.
• Strong trend analysis skills; proactive issue identification and recommendations.
• Strong conceptual skills (probability and statistical inference).
• Proven leadership with ability to hire and develop a finance team; knowledge of multi-state tax concepts.
• Up to 50% travel; travel readiness expected.

Responsibilities

• Lead regional finance staff development and performance.
• Oversee budgets, forecasts, projections, and financial analyses.
• Coordinate with regional and HQ teams to meet financial objectives.
• Validate financial data for renewals, rebids, and new business.
• Identify under-performing accounts and drive improvements.
• Ensure compliance with ARAMARK policies and internal controls.
• Provide training on new accounting procedures and financial programs.
• Support opening of new accounts and closing of lost business.
• Manage regional assets, capital expenditures, and working capital.
• Evaluate investments, acquisitions, or divestitures.

Skills

Financial planning

Forecasting

Trend analysis

Leadership

Team management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree or CPA preferred

Tools

Oracle

Job description

Job Description

The Regional Finance Director will partner with Finance and Operations leadership to guide and supervise the strategic financial direction of the operating region within the Collegiate Hospitality line of business. Primarily responsible for financial planning, annual forecasts, monthly and quarterly projections and historical financial analysis of operation results and internal benchmarks and metrics.

Location: This position offers flexibility to be based outside of the West Region; however, West Coast residence is preferred given the regional scope of the role. Relocation assistance may be available for the selected candidate.

Compensation Data

COMPENSATION: The salary range for this position is $115,000 to $175,000. 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, click here 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 applicable law, including, but not limited to, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the California Fair Chance Act, and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance to the extent that those laws apply to the opportunity.

Job Responsibilities

• Management and professional development of the regional finance staff
• Administration of policies and programs, while working with the District Mangers, Regional Staff and Front Line Manager to achieve the Region's financial and operating objectives
• Oversees the budget, projection and closing processes and fosters creative solutions and collaboration with the regional field organization and headquarter support teams to achieve financial objectives
• Validation of financial data, as compiled by the operational teams for renewal, rebid and new business efforts
• Identification and ongoing monitoring of under-performing accounts, including leading improvement team to turnaround performance at such accounts
• Assists the Regional Vice President/Vice President of Operation and headquarters staff in administering compliance with ARAMARK's Business Conduct Policy and related directives (e.g., internal controls at field locations, contract compliance and completion of audits)
• Conducts ongoing training sessions for regional staff and operations team regarding new accounting procedures and other relevant financial programs and initiatives
• Assists in the opening of new accounts to ensure sound systems and procedures are in place
• Facilitates closing of lost business to ensure contract compliance, security of assets and comprehensive review of all accounting procedures
• Manages the control of regional assets, including the capital expenditure process, change funds, inventory and equipment
• Monitors working capital requirements, with a particular focus on the administration of accounts receivable and their collection
• Evaluation of potential investments for new business, retention events, acquisitions and/or divestitures
• Engages with other regional directors to identify and promote sharing of best practices
• Analyzing and evaluating potential investments, acquisitions or divestitures as they relate to the business unit's financial objectives
• Develop proformas and scenario analyses that drive clarity in Executive decision-making
• Support, drive, and leverage technology enhancements that enhance operational efficiency and profitability
• Develops, delivers and drives solutions to overcome business challenges to consistently achieve financial commitments
• Position is responsible for ensuring data integrity, best practices and ongoing compliance with internal and external controls

Qualifications

• This position requires a minimum of a Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 6-8 years financial planning and analysis experience. Master's degree and/or CPA are preferable, but not required
• A minimum of 2 years experience managing a finance team
• Strong trend analysis skills, who can proactively identify issues and make recommendations
• Strong conceptual skills (such as probability and statistical inference)
• Strong management experience with outstanding leadership skills. Ability to effectively hire and develop a team of finance professionals
• Must have good knowledge of applicable statutes, laws, rules, and regulations, including multi-state property and sales tax concepts
• Proficiency in using a personal computer and prior experience with sophisticated financial computer applications, including Oracle, is preferred
• It will be essential that the Regional Finance Director have strong analytical and communication skills, as well as experience leading/championing projects
• This position will require up to 50% travel, including overnight travel

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