Manager
Company: Sysco
Location: Houston
Posted on: October 29, 2024
Job Description:
The Finance Manager - Corporate Expense General and
Administrative (G&A) is responsible for managing the financial
planning, analysis, and reporting of the company's G&A costs,
which include departments such as Human Resources, IT, Legal, and
Marketing. This role provides critical insights and financial
support to various department heads, ensuring effective budget
control, cost optimization, and alignment with corporate financial
objectives. The Finance Manager plays a key role in ensuring
G&A expenses are well managed, accurate, and in line with
strategic goals.Key ResponsibilitiesBudgeting and Forecasting
- Oversee the budgeting process for G&A departments, working
closely with department heads to develop realistic and strategic
financial plans.
- Prepare and manage periodic forecasts for G&A costs,
adjusting based on business needs and financial trends.
- Ensure alignment of G&A financial planning with broader
company goals and performance targets.Expense Management and
Variance Analysis
- Monitor actual G&A expenditures against budgets,
highlighting areas of concern or opportunity for cost savings.
- Perform variance analysis to understand deviations between
actuals and budget/forecast, identifying key drivers.
- Provide recommendations for corrective actions where necessary
to keep spending within approved limits.Financial Reporting and
Analysis
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports on
G&A expenses, highlighting key trends, risks, and
opportunities.
- Develop financial models to support decision-making and improve
the accuracy of expense forecasts.
- Deliver clear and actionable insights to senior management to
facilitate effective decision-making.Cost Optimization and Process
Improvement
- Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities across G&A
departments, driving efficiencies without compromising service
levels.
- Review and streamline financial processes related to G&A
expense management to enhance accuracy and efficiency.
- Work with procurement and department heads to ensure
cost-effective purchasing and vendor management practices.Internal
Controls and Compliance
- Ensure that all G&A financial activities adhere to internal
controls, accounting policies, and regulatory requirements.
- Assist in internal and external audits by providing necessary
documentation and explanations for G&A financials.
- Promote and maintain strong financial governance across G&A
functions.Business Partnering
- Act as a trusted financial advisor to G&A department heads,
providing insights and recommendations on budget management,
spending priorities, and operational efficiencies.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support company-wide
initiatives, providing financial guidance and analysis as
needed.Key Qualifications
- Education:Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics,
or a related field. CPA, CMA, or MBA is a plus.
- Experience:5+ years of experience in financial planning and
analysis, with a focus on G&A or corporate overhead expenses in
a large organization.
- Technical Skills:Strong proficiency in financial modeling,
forecasting, and budgeting tools. Experience with financial
reporting -systems (e.g., SAP-BPC, Hyperion HFM and/or Essbase) and
advanced Excel skills.
- Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills:Demonstrated ability to
analyze financial data, identify trends, and provide actionable
insights for decision-making.
- Communication and Interpersonal Skills:Ability to effectively
communicate financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders and
collaborate across various departments.Key Competencies
- Financial Analysis and Reporting
- Budgeting and Forecasting
- Business Partnering
- Cost Management
- Attention to Detail
- Analytical Thinking
- Communication Skills
- Process Improvement
- Integrity and ComplianceEducation Required:
- Bachelor's degreeEducation Preferred:
- Advanced Degree preferredExperience Required:
- Industry experience in Foodservice, Distribution/Supply Chain,
Consumer Goods and Services.Physical Demands:Reasonable
accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities
to perform the essential functions of this job.
- The physical demands described here are representative of those
that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the
essential functions of this job. - Reasonable accommodations will
be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions of this job.
- While performing the duties of this job, the associate is
regularly required to sit, stand, walk and use hands and fingers to
operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and telephone to talk and hear.
The associate is frequently required to sit and reach with hands
and arms. The associate must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20
pounds.Work Environment:
- This position must be performed from the Corporate facility in
Houston, Texas. -Position is Hybrid with 3 days at Corporate office
and 2 days remote.
Keywords: Sysco, Galveston , Manager, Professions , Houston, Texas
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