Thursday, April 1, 2021

Financial Planning and Forecasting Manager- US Foods Rosemont, IL

The Manager, Financial Planning and Forecasting will be key contributor to the development, execution, and continuous improvement of the annual operating plan process, rolling forecasts and corporate cost support. They will also be actively engaged in the Long-Range Planning process and support modeling. This individual, along with the Sr. Manager, Financial Planning and Forecasting will drive alignment between functional finance, field finance and Senior Finance leadership regarding key assumptions, process inputs and process timing to ensure effective processes.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  

  • Create and run financial reports using PeopleSoft, Hyperion PBCS, Anaplan, and other relevant software packages on a weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual basis.

  • Develop monthly and balance of year forecast by working with functional teams (including Sales Finance, Supply Chain Finance, Broadline Support Business Finance, and Field Finance) to provide key inputs on sales, gross profit and operating expenses; includes coordinating forecast discussion, providing updates to finance leadership and identifying balanced view of risk and opportunities.

  • Support annual planning process by driving target setting (High level and field), key assumptions development and corporate departmental targets. Includes understanding key drivers (initiatives) and investments.

  • Develop key tools to inform leadership how financial plan potentially drives key financial metrics ROIC, Cash Flow, Working Capital, and Debt leverage.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Training: Bachelor degree in accounting, finance or related field required. CPA or MBA preferred.

Related Experience: Must have minimum 5+ years of relevant accounting/finance experience, preferably with extensive forecasting and cost management knowledge. Experience in Corporate FP&A or Foodservice industry a plus.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Self-motivated.  Able to effectively interact with cross-functional groups. Strong attention to detail.  Strong process management and analytical skills with the ability to problem solve.  Able to work in a deadline-oriented environment and adapt quickly to dynamic environment. Excellent written and oral communication skills, as well as strong collaborative skills to engage with business partners. High proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint required. Knowledge of Access, PeopleSoft, data warehouse queries, Essbase/Hyperion, or similar tools strongly preferred.


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