PositionSummary
This is an importantrole that oversees the finance function of multiple sitescomprising a region, including financial planning and analysis,financial control, cost accounting, accounting, tax, treasury,accounts payable / receivable, general ledger and credit andcollections. Leads analysis, planning, and control of theorganization’s financial transactions, systems, and procedures tocomply with regulations, accounting principles, and otherinternal / external financial standards. Oversees and assistsmanaging US SSMG Regions with Business Unit, Region and AreaPresidents input. Primary point of communication and coordinationforinitiatives.
Responsibilities : RegionManagement :
- Developsand promotes region goals and objectives and insures alignment withoverall corporate goals and objectives.
- Guidesplanning and development of departmental region budgets andevaluates region operations in terms of fiscal management to ensurefiscal responsibility in the regionsoperation.
- Collaborates with Region Leadershipto maintain and enhance interface capabilities with otherfunctions and departments in an effort to continually improveoverall organizational efficiency.
- Analyzes,identifies, and proposes action to the solution of problems withthe operations and leadership teams of individuals and departmentsin an effort to increase the effectiveness of the Region’sperformance
- Serves as finance regionspokesperson in cases of inquiry, feedback, or requests for specialinformation in order to facilitate the accurate and precise flow ofinformation.
- Provides coaching and direction tothe sites finance teams in order to achieve and maintain optimalefficiencies.
- Key participant in regioncross-functional leadershipteam.
OperationsManagement :
Inpartnership with all Region Team Leaders, lead with a strongcustomer-centric and associate focused mindset to drivecollaboration and create a high-performance culture ofunityBe a business partner with the RegionTeam and support Volume and Sales growthAlignwith function leaders to develop the annual operating and profitgrowth plan, to develop the financial forecasts each month for theregion and deliver on goals; both annual andinterimConduct business reviews for theBusiness Unit and region. Analyze results of operations and explainthe key drivers of variances and forecastedresultsBuild, manage, and develop your RegionTeam through regular department meetings, ongoing interaction, andcommunications; monitoring morale and responding to ideas toimprove associate engagement andenablementDirectly manage Site Financeleadership, the traditional A / P, A / R and G / L activities.Proactively manage the cash conversion cycle to improve cashflow.Support the design and implementation ofCost Accounting capabilityEnsure compliancewith production and inventory control policies and processes toprotect the integrity and the accuracy of inventorytransactionsWork with Business Unit Leadershipto develop improvement plans from employeesurveysEvaluate the financial impact of plansand processed to achieve goals. Assist other departments inachieving their goals and through established processes measuringprofitability and performing keyanalysesSupport technological and reportingchanges as sites are converted to core systems and enablingtechnologiesWork proactively to ensure theaccuracy and integrity your financial and full compliance withSysco’s policiesSupport Credit function andMaster Data Strategies for the enablement of SSMG’s reporting andother transformational effortsProvides supportto ensure proper staffing needs aremet.Talent Management :
Select,develop, and retain the required leadership talent within theregion to meet current and future businessneeds.Utilizes Sysco talent managementprograms tools and programs (performance management, leadershipdevelopment, engagement surveys, talent reviews) to manage anddevelop leadership talentProvides consistentand ongoing feedback on the performance of financeleaders.Demonstrates effectiveness andcollaboration in leading a remoteteam.Qualifications :
Bachelor’sdegree in finance, accounting, orbusiness.Minimum 5-10 years in a mid tosenior-level finance or accountingposition.Experience in both Union andNon-Union environments, preferredExperience ina manufacturing and / or food productionenvironment.ProfessionalSkills :
Ability toread, analyze and interpret general business periodicals,professional journals, technical procedures, or governmentalregulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, andprocedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information andrespond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers,and the public. Ability to analyze financial data and preparefinancial reports, statements, andprojectionsWorking knowledge of short- andlong-term budgeting and forecasting, rolling budgets, andprofitability analysis.Ability to motivateteams and produce results within tight time frames andsimultaneously manage severalprojects.Demonstrate knowledge of Spreadsheetsoftware and Word Processing software, and ability to learn Syscotechnology software and programs. Must have excellent computerskills.Ability to successfully engage and leadindividual and team discussions andmeetings.Ability to apply all relevantpolicies in a consistent, timely and objectivemanner.Capable of working with peers andassociates from other departments, sites, Corporate and thebusiness community in a proactive and constructivemanner.Ability to work in a disciplined mannerand capable of following established procedures, practices andcomply with local, state, and federalregulations.Ability to manage the pressuresand stress associated with a deadline-oriented atmosphere andcustomer service issues. Demonstrates skill in making independentdecisions in support of company policies and procedures in a timelymanner.PhysicalDemands :
The physical demandsdescribed here are representative of those that must be met by anemployee to successfully perform the essential functions of thisjob.
While performing the duties ofthis job, the associate is regularly required to talk or hear. Theassociate is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands tofinger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and climb orbalance. The associate is occasionally required to stoop, kneel,crouch, or crawl. The associate must occasionally lift and / or moveup to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this jobinclude close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheralvision, depth perception and ability to adjustfocus.TravelRequirements :
The roletravels up to 50% of time to the Operating Companies within themarket.
WorkingConditions :
Theabove information on this description has been designed to indicatethe general nature and level of work performed by associates withinthis classification. It is not designed to contain or beinterpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties,responsibilities, and qualifications required of associatesassigned to this job.To perform this jobsuccessfully, an individual must be able to perform each essentialduty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above arerepresentative of knowledge, skill and / or ability required.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals withdisabilities to perform the essentialfunctions.While performing the duties of thisjob, the associate is occasionally exposed to wet, hot, extremecold and / or humid conditions; and moving mechanical parts and maybe required to work in confined spaces. The associate worksnon-traditional business hours including evenings, nights,weekends, holidays, and on-call. The associate may occasionally berequired to travel to other Operating Companies or the corporateoffice as business needs dictate (i.e., training, businesscontinuation, etc.). The associate is occasionally exposed to high,precarious places. The associate is occasionally exposed to fumesor airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment isusuallymoderate.NOTICE : The above statements are intended to describe the general nature ofthe environment and level of work being performed by this job. Thisjob description in no way states or implies that the duties andresponsibilities listed are the only tasks to be performed by theassociate in this job. The associate will be required to follow anyother instructions and to perform any other job-related dutiesrequested by his or hersupervisor.
Reasonableaccommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilitiesto perform the essential functions. This job description supersedesprior job descriptions. When duties and responsibilities change anddevelop, the job description will be reviewed and is subject tochanges of business necessity.
