What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manager, Financial & Business Analysis position at EG America LLC?
Are you curious about solving complex business challenges for a leading convenience retailer? Do you have a passion for cross functional collaboration? Then you may be the perfect addition to our team!
EG America is one of the fastest-growing convenience store retailers in the United States, committed to becoming America’s #1 ‘one-stop’ destination. The business has an established pedigree of delivering excellent fuel, grocery and merchandise, and food service. Headquartered in Westborough, Massachusetts, our Company has grown to over 1,500 locations across the United States employing over 18,000 team members. You can find us operating under the following store banners: Certified Oil, Cumberland Farms, Fastrac, Kwik Shop, Loaf N Jug, Minit Mart, Sprint Food Stores, Tom Thumb, Turkey Hill, and Quik Stop. Our headquarters in Westborough, MA is home to our Store Support Center, Company Warehouse, and Culinary Center.
What We Offer:
- Competitive Wages
- Work today, get paid tomorrow through our earned wage access program*
- Paid Time Off
- Medical/Health/Dental Coverage
- 401K with Company Match
- Team Member Discounts
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program
- Health Savings Account
- Company Spirit Days
- Employee recognition and awards
- And much more!
Position Summary:
Reporting to the Vice President of FP&A, with a dotted line to the Vice President of Strategy and Transformation, the Manager of Financial and Business Analysis (F&BA) for EG America will focus on financial analysis and value tracking of key business transformation initiatives, with additional support to FP&A and Strategy & Transformation as needed. This role is essential for developing and tracking business cases for EGA’s strategic initiatives, working closely with project owners, managers, and other stakeholders to ensure successful outcomes. The ideal candidate will have a proven, measurable record of delivering results in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.
Responsibilities:
1. Strategic Project Business Case Development:
- Design and implement a standardized business case development process.
- Collaborate with project teams to define objectives, benefits, costs, and gather accurate inputs for business cases.
- Lead data analysis for business cases, including financial projections, ROI calculations, cost-benefit analyses, and risk assessments.
- Guide project owners in crafting business cases that clearly outline value proposition, expected outcomes, KPIs, and strategic alignment.
- Ensure business cases meet established standards and secure necessary approvals from finance and stakeholders.
- Support budget monitoring throughout project lifecycles, addressing any changes that impact the business case.
2. Financial Evaluation of M&A Opportunities
- Conduct in-depth financial evaluations of potential acquisitions and/or disposals, assessing viability, financial impact, and alignment with strategic objectives.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify risks, synergies, and integration considerations, providing insights to support informed decision-making.
3. Executive Reporting on Transformation Value Realization
- Develop and present monthly and ad hoc executive presentations on value realization and progress within the company’s transformation initiatives.
- Track and communicate the financial and strategic impact of transformation projects, highlighting key achievements, challenges, and future priorities to executive leadership.
4. Financial Performance Analysis
- Identify financial performance trends and provide actionable recommendations to drive improvement and achieve business targets.
- Conduct variance analysis and benchmarking to uncover underlying factors affecting performance, ensuring alignment with the company’s business goals.
5. Manage the integrity and accuracy of data in the Hyperion reporting system, ensuring reliable reporting for analysis and decision-making.
6. Deliver ad-hoc reports and analysis as requested and participate in special projects to support evolving business needs.
7. Lead the development and implementation of corporate KPIs, management dashboards, and performance metrics to enhance strategic alignment and performance tracking.
Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.
The above responsibilities are to be carried out in accordance with documented company policies and procedures and will be accomplished within established timeframes. All of the above will be accomplished collaboratively while also providing opportunities for independent decision making
Working Relationships:
Internal partners within all departments within EG America. FP&A team in the UK at the Head Office.
Minimum Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting, Business Administration or related field
Preferred Education:
MBA or Master’s degree in Finance or related business field
Minimum Experience:
5 years in Finance or Strategy
Preferred Experience:
5 years in Finance or Strategy at a retail organization
Licenses/Certifications:
Soft Skills/Competencies:
- Must possess strong analytical abilities, think strategically and plan and manage execution of initiatives
- Ability to adapt to a dynamic, rapidly changing business environment
- Ability to multitask, keep teams on track and meet constant deadlines timely
- Readily identify needs and requirements, and establish plans and processes to ensure successful results.
- Creativity, flexibility, sound business judgment and an entrepreneurial mindset to identify innovative solutions for complex business issues.
- Experience in fast paced, start-up environments is preferred - able to work comfortably under pressure, frequently changing landscape and tight deadlines
- Critical thinking, problem-solving, negotiation, research, presentation and organization skills.
- Team player with strong work ethics and honesty.
- Ability to mentor and develop financial and business analyst level talent.
- Ability to influence others and drive business performance.
- Knowledge of MS Office including Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
Other Requirements:
Travel: Minium travel might be required
Hours & Conditions: Typically Monday – Friday, 8 hour days in Corporate environment in office setting. This is not a hybrid role.
Physical Requirements: Minimal physical effort required; sitting / standing at computer for long periods of time. Ability to maneuver and lift up to 10 lbs.
At EG America, it’s important that our employees reflect the world we live in and the communities we serve. We celebrate our differences, so your unique background and skillset could bring a wonderful new perspective to our team. If you have a passion for delivering exceptional results, thrive in a fast-paced corporate environment, and bring experience in business management or related areas, we'd love to meet you - even if you don't meet every single requirement.