Senior Finance Manager

Performance Foodservice; Augusta (ME); On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

401K Employer Matching

Education Assistance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Performance Foodservice in Augusta, Maine seeks a Senior Finance Manager to lead financial planning, analysis, budgeting, and reporting across the organization. The role partners with executives to translate operations into financial outcomes, drive growth, and ensure strong controls.

You will manage cross-functional teams in Accounting, IT and Bid/Contract, oversee monthly close, and champion data-driven decision making in a fast-paced environment. This is an in-office role based in Augusta.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, or related field required
• 8+ years of progressive finance and accounting experience including FP&A, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting
• 5+ years of leadership experience managing professional teams and leading through change
• Proven experience leading annual budgeting, forecasting, Annual Operating Plan (AOP), and long-range planning
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, internal controls, audit processes, and SOX compliance requirements

Responsibilities

• Lead the FP&A, budgeting, forecasting, long-range planning, and AOP processes
• Deliver timely financial reporting, analysis, and performance metrics
• Conduct monthly business reviews with executive leadership, highlighting trends, risks, opportunities, and recommended actions
• Lead customer profitability analysis and other strategic financial evaluations to support commercial and operational decisions
• Oversee monthly close processes and ensure accuracy and integrity of financial statements

Skills

Financial analysis

Strategic partnership

Leadership

Budgeting

Forecasting

Communication

Problem solving

Multitasking

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, or related field

Tools

Power BI

ERP systems

Financial reporting platforms

Job description

• Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much more
• Growth opportunities performing essential work to support America’s food distribution system
• Safe and inclusive working environment, including culture of rewards, recognition, and respect

• Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much more
• Growth opportunities performing essential work to support America’s food distribution system
• Safe and inclusive working environment, including culture of rewards, recognition, and respect

Job Description

We Deliver the Goods:

• Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much more
• Growth opportunities performing essential work to support America’s food distribution system
• Safe and inclusive working environment, including culture of rewards, recognition, and respect

Position Summary

The Senior Finance Manager is a strategic leadership role within the Operating Company responsible for driving financial performance, business planning, and operational decision support across the organization. This position leads financial planning and analysis, budgeting, forecasting, monthly close, and business performance reporting while serving as a trusted advisor to executive and operational leadership. The Senior Finance Manager provides leadership and oversight for the Finance functions and partners closely with business leaders to translate operational strategies into financial outcomes, identify opportunities for growth and efficiency, and support data-driven decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Finance Leadership

• Serve as a strategic business partner to OpCo Leadership, Corporate Senior Finance Manager, the Regional President, and other senior leaders.
• Provide financial leadership and decision support to drive profitable growth, operational excellence, and strong business performance.
• Develop and communicate financial insights, risks, opportunities, and recommendations to support executive decision-making.
• Translate operational strategies and initiatives into measurable financial outcomes and business value.

Financial Planning & Analysis

• Lead the annual budgeting, forecasting, long-range planning, and Annual Operating Plan (AOP) processes.
• Deliver accurate and timely financial reporting, analysis, and performance metrics.
• Conduct monthly business reviews with executive leadership, highlighting trends, risks, opportunities, and recommended actions.
• Lead customer profitability analysis and other strategic financial evaluations to support commercial and operational decisions.
• Perform ad hoc financial analysis and reporting to support regional and senior leadership needs.

Financial Operations & Controls

• Lead the monthly close process and ensure the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial statements.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, SOX, company policies, and internal control requirements
• Identify financial risks, performance gaps, and improvement opportunities; partner with leaders to drive corrective actions and accountability.
• Internal audit ownership

Leadership & Talent Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop high-performing Accounting, Bid/Contract and IT teams.
• Establish clear priorities, expectations, and development plans that support individual and organizational success.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement, and customer-focused service.
• Build organizational capability through effective talent development, coaching, and succession planning.

Continuous Improvement & Business Transformation

• Identify opportunities to improve processes, strengthen controls, and leverage technology to increase efficiency and effectiveness.
• Champion data-driven decision-making, process improvement, and technology-enabled solutions.
• Partner with operational leaders to support Shrink and Service Excellence initiatives that enhance profitability, execution, and customer satisfaction.

And other duties as assigned.

This position is a full time, in office position in Augusta, Maine.

Why Join Us

This role offers the opportunity to influence business strategy, partner directly with senior leadership, and drive meaningful financial and operational results. The Senior Finance Manager plays a critical role in shaping organizational performance while leading teams that support sustainable growth, strong execution, and operational excellence.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field required
• 8+ years of progressive finance and accounting experience, including FP&A, budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, business analysis, and operational finance
• 5+ years of progressive leadership experience, including managing and developing professional teams and leading through change
• Proven experience leading annual budgeting, forecasting, Annual Operating Plan (AOP), and long-range planning processes
• Demonstrated experience leading monthly close activities and ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial statements
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, internal controls, audit processes, and SOX compliance requirements
• Experience identifying financial risks, driving corrective actions, and partnering with business leaders to improve operational and financial performance
• Demonstrated ability to serve as a strategic business partner to executive leaders and influence decision-making across finance and operations
• Experience presenting financial results, trends, risks, and recommendations to senior leadership teams
• Proficiency with ERP systems, financial reporting platforms, and advanced use of Microsoft Excel; experience with Power BI or similar business intelligence tools
• Advanced financial modeling, analytical, forecasting, and business performance management skills
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, drive process improvement initiatives, and implement technology-enabled solutions
• Excellent communication, presentation, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate complex financial information into actionable business recommendations
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a high level of accuracy and accountability
• Ability to travel as needed to support regional operations and business initiatives

Compensation

$125,000 - $150,000 DOE