Regional Finance Director - Collegiate Hospitality Northeast Region

Regional Finance Director - Collegiate Hospitality Northeast Region

Job Description:

The Regional Finance Director will partner with Finance and Operation leadership to guide and supervise the strategic financial direction of the operating region within the Collegiate Hospitality line of business. They will be primarily responsible for financial planning, annual forecasts, monthly and quarterly projections, and historical financial analysis of operation results and internal benchmarks and metrics.

This position is open to candidates located in New York, New Jersey, Philadelphia, Massachusetts, and Connecticut and will require approximately 50% travel.

• Management and professional development of the regional finance staff
• Administration of policies and programs, while working with the District Managers, Regional Staff, and Front Line Manager to achieve the Region’s financial and operating objectives
• Oversees the budget, projection, and closing processes and fosters creative solutions and collaboration with the regional field organization and headquarters support teams to achieve financial objectives
• Validation of financial data, as compiled by the operational teams for renewal, rebid, and new business efforts
• Identification and ongoing monitoring of under‑performing accounts, including leading improvement team to turnaround performance at such accounts
• Assists the Regional Vice President/Vice President of Operation and headquarters staff in administering compliance with ARAMARK’s Business Conduct Policy and related directives (e.g., internal controls at field locations, contract compliance, and completion of audits)
• Conducts ongoing training sessions for regional staff and operations team regarding new accounting procedures and other relevant financial programs and initiatives
• Assists in the opening of new accounts to ensure sound systems and procedures are in place
• Facilitates closing of lost business to ensure contract compliance, security of assets, and comprehensive review of all accounting procedures
• Manages the control of regional assets, including the capital expenditure process, change funds, inventory, and equipment
• Monitors working capital requirements, with a particular focus on the administration of accounts receivable and their collection
• Evaluation of potential investments for new business, retention events, acquisitions, and/or divestitures
• Engages with other regional directors to identify and promote sharing of best practices
• Analyzing and evaluating potential investments, acquisitions, or divestitures as they relate to the business unit’s financial objectives
• Develop proformas and scenario analyses that drive clarity in Executive decision‑making
• Support, drive, and leverage technology enhancements that enhance operational efficiency and profitability
• Develops, delivers, and drives solutions to overcome business challenges to consistently achieve financial commitments
• Position is responsible for ensuring data integrity, best practices, and ongoing compliance with internal and external controls

At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.

• Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 6‑8 years financial planning and analysis experience. Master’s degree and/or CPA are preferable, but not required
• A minimum of 2 years experience managing a finance team
• Strong trend analysis skills, who can proactively identify issues and make recommendations
• Strong conceptual skills (such as probability and statistical inference)
• Strong management experience with outstanding leadership skills. Ability to effectively hire and develop a team of finance professionals
• Must have good knowledge of applicable statutes, laws, rules, and regulations, including multi‑state property and sales tax concepts
• Proficiency in using a personal computer and prior experience with sophisticated financial computer applications, including Oracle, is preferred
• Strong analytical and communication skills, as well as…