Area Director Finance

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BASIC PURPOSE

Member of the local executive management team, the Area Director, Finance will oversee 1-3 large Distribution Centers (DCs). Key business partner working with the Area President and cross-functional team members including VP Sales, VP Operations, Human Resource Business Partner, and VP Merchandising to achieve Area and company key results.

Responsible for understanding financial results and integrating a financial lens to drive Key Results. This person will frequently collaborate and align with Area leaders to execute the overarching financial strategy and operational drivers, as well as take initiative to create and drive operational improvements that positively impact financial outcomes. Further, they must effectively influence others by summarizing and articulating the detailed nuances of financial insights to help leaders understand and plan actionable next steps.

They regularly demonstrate courage by challenging perspectives, offering alternative solutions, and making difficult decisions to achieve optimal outcomes.

A successful Area Director, Finance provides ample support and mentorship to build and develop a high performing team.  Manages the Area and DC Finance, Accounting, and Inventory Control. Responsible for supporting the financial integrity and control environment for a $500 million to $1.5 billion business Area

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* ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

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* _1. Own the execution of Area finance strategy_

- Advisor on long-term business financial and strategic planning to the Area President and Area functional leaders for future growth opportunities aligned with Company Long Range Plan (LRP).

- Collaborate with all other functional partners in driving improved financial results and assist on plays to support strategic initiatives.

- Assess financial performance and initiate strategic actions to drive results

- Develop appropriate financial targets/outcomes through an understanding of key operational drivers and be able to discuss and support with the Area Leadership Team

- Own P&L management through strategic decisions to manage costs and improve efficiencies

- Provide clear visibility and comprehensive guidance to the Area leadership team in meeting financial outcomes

- Demonstrate analytical foresight to help make immediate decisions that will positively impact the future of the business

_2. Act as a trusted advisor for all things Finance_

- Partner with Controller's Group, Area Finance Manager, Finance Support Team (FST), and VP of Finance Field Leader to create and deliver timely and accurate financial reports.

- Own and coordinate with Area functional leaders the annual business planning and monthly forecast for the Area.

- Be the gatekeeper for the Area team on all financial processes that affect results and highlight any potential risks and opportunities

- Establish credibility and trust with leaders across their area by building relationships and understanding individual needs and pain points

- Operate as a true business partner by bringing an end-to-end value chain perspective, broad business acumen, and an independent point of view

- Act as an ultimate source of truth with financial data and has analytical data readily available to guide discussion and decisions

- Be resourceful by leveraging all available tools and information to learn and help execute as a trusted financial advisor

- Manage working capital and review balance sheet health quarterly with corporate stakeholders

- Lead financial acumen training for all Area and DC management to improve understanding on how they contribute to the Area financial results

_3. Collaborate with and influence Area leaders to understand financial complexities and make sound decisions_

- Identify opportunities for gross profit improvement and cost management, and drive accountability for execution.

- Drive profitable sales growth by reviewing, providing guidance, and approving all local customer contracts and incentive agreements.

- Collaborate with Sales Excellence, Area Sales management (Local and National), and Revenue Management teams in Customer profitability decisions.

- Understand critical levers to ensure the annual business plans are met through review of daily and weekly results dashboards, analyze data, provide insightful explanations of variances / trends, and coordinate action plans.

- Responsible for leading an effective Inventory Adjustments routine by collaborating with Operations, Merchandising, and Inventory Control in attaining the company targets for damage, spoilage and shrink.

- Collaborate with AVPMM and MRO to ensure inventory is aligned with the Company's DIOH requirements and minimize nonproductive inventory.

- Partner with the Credit organization to support Sales growth while minimizing risk and managing working capital.

_4. Build a high performing team and inclusive work environment_

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