Manager Finance - Corporate Expense

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 Responsibilities

Budgeting 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 Compliance

Education Required:

• Bachelor’s degree

Education Preferred:

• Advanced Degree preferred

Experience 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.