Strategic Operations Finance Analyst

Aramark Correctional Services; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark is seeking an Operations Finance Analyst in Chicago to drive financial planning and operational reporting. You will partner with the lead operator to maximize profit by enforcing internal controls over inventories, cash, and fixed assets, and you will support margins through insightful analytics.

The role requires 2–3 years of finance experience, a Finance or Accounting degree, strong Excel skills, and the ability to work evenings or weekends as needed to meet deadlines.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years progressive financial experience required, including AP/AR, payroll, and P&L management
• 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 and weekends

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with leadership to 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

AP/AR

Payroll

P&L management

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting

Tools

Excel

Job description

Aramark is seeking an Operations Finance Analyst in Chicago to drive financial planning and operational reporting. You will partner with the lead operator to maximize profit by enforcing internal controls over inventories, cash, and fixed assets, and you will support margins through insightful analytics.

The role requires 2–3 years of finance experience, a Finance or Accounting degree, strong Excel skills, and the ability to work evenings or weekends as needed to meet deadlines.