Sysco

Chief Financial Officer

Sysco

full-time

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Location Type: Office

Location: Chicago • Illinois • United States

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Salary

💰 $137,200 - $228,600 per year

Job Level

Lead

About the role

  • This is an important role that oversees the finance function of multiple sites comprising a region, including financial planning and analysis, financial control, cost accounting, accounting, tax, treasury, accounts payable/receivable, general ledger and credit and collections.
  • Leads analysis, planning, and control of the organization’s financial transactions, systems, and procedures to comply with regulations, accounting principles, and other internal/external financial standards.
  • Oversees and assists managing US SSMG Regions with Business Unit, Region and Area Presidents input.
  • Develops and promotes region goals and objectives and insures alignment with overall corporate goals and objectives.
  • Guides planning and development of departmental region budgets and evaluates region operations in terms of fiscal management to ensure fiscal responsibility in the regions operation.
  • Collaborates with Region Leadership to maintain and enhance interface capabilities with other functions and departments in an effort to continually improve overall organizational efficiency.
  • Analyzes, identifies, and proposes action to the solution of problems with the operations and leadership teams of individuals and departments in an effort to increase the effectiveness of the Region’s performance.
  • Serves as finance region spokesperson in cases of inquiry, feedback, or requests for special information in order to facilitate the accurate and precise flow of information.
  • Provides coaching and direction to the sites finance teams in order to achieve and maintain optimal efficiencies.
  • Key participant in region cross-functional leadership team.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or business.
  • Minimum 5-10 years in a mid to senior-level finance or accounting position.
  • Experience in both Union and Non-Union environments, preferred
  • Experience in a manufacturing and/or food production environment.
  • Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
  • Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
  • Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the public.
  • Ability to analyze financial data and prepare financial reports, statements, and projections.
  • Working knowledge of short- and long-term budgeting and forecasting, rolling budgets, and profitability analysis.
  • Ability to motivate teams and produce results within tight time frames and simultaneously manage several projects.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of Spreadsheet software and Word Processing software, and ability to learn Sysco technology software and programs.
  • Must have excellent computer skills.
  • Ability to successfully engage and lead individual and team discussions and meetings.
  • Ability to apply all relevant policies in a consistent, timely and objective manner.
  • Capable of working with peers and associates from other departments, sites, Corporate and the business community in a proactive and constructive manner.
  • Ability to work in a disciplined manner and capable of following established procedures, practices and comply with local, state, and federal regulations.
  • Ability to manage the pressures and stress associated with a deadline-oriented atmosphere and customer service issues.
  • Demonstrates skill in making independent decisions in support of company policies and procedures in a timely manner.
Benefits
  • For information on Sysco’s Benefits, please visit https://SyscoBenefits.com
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
financial planningfinancial analysiscost accountingaccountingtaxtreasuryaccounts payableaccounts receivablegeneral ledgerbudgeting
Soft Skills
leadershipcommunicationteam motivationproblem-solvinganalytical skillsreport writingpresentation skillscollaborationdecision-makingtime management
Certifications
Bachelor’s degree in financeBachelor’s degree in accountingBachelor’s degree in business