Director of Finance - National Sales/Region & Customer Consolidation - Remote

Company: United Natural Foods, Inc.
Location: Rocklin
Posted on: March 18, 2023

Job Description:

Director of Finance - National Sales/Region & Customer Consolidation - Remote Purpose: This position will be the financial lead and key business partner for the National Sales Team, as well as the lead for consolidation activities of all regions. The main objective of this role is to provide the National Sales Team with a financial expert who understands their unique operational and strategic needs and can advocate and support their objectives within and outside of finance, and in addition, will also be responsible for supporting the VP of Region FP&A with the consolidation of region activities, helping to lead, implement, track and report on activities and initiatives that all UNFI regions are responsible for. This position will also be responsible for strategic financial planning, reporting and business analytics, with a key role in supporting UNFI's growth, profitability, and overall company objectives. Job Responsibilities:

• Utilizing and developing financial models to assist top line growth while meeting profit objectives.
• Analyze profit and loss statements, sales growth initiatives and provide recommendations.
• Develop analytical tools that can be used to drive business decision making.
• Lead, execute and own the annual budget process. This includes identifying key budget drivers, modelling proposed budget scenarios, and partnering with the business to ensure there is alignment, agreement and that the budget truly represents company objectives.
• Obtain an in depth understanding and partner with the business to stay abreast of risk and opportunities for translation to budgets, forecasts, analysis, etc.
• Support the weekly forecast process by partnering with all stakeholders in delivering timely and accurate forecasts. -
• Analyze, document and communicate variations between actual results and budget/forecast/prior year/etc as needed.
• Partner with the Regions to identify key drivers impacting performance and participate in the development and execution of processes and/or plans to improve issues within the business.
• Assist Regions in executing strategic plans as applicable in support of the company's short and long-term goals.
• Conduct organizational reviews to identify strengths, weaknesses, and opportunities. Facilitate creation of action plans to close gaps on main opportunities.
• Analyze and implement strategic initiatives and provide recommendations to the VP of Regional FP&A.
• Partner with Customer Profitability FP&A in reviewing the performance and margin on key customers. Make recommendations for improvement to margin based on findings.
• Performs other relevant job duties as required. Job Requirements: Education/ Certifications:
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience. Experience:
    • 5-7 years of experience in financial analytical leadership position.
    • Proven success in leading and delivering solutions to complex business opportunities. Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities:
      • Outstanding analytical skills (numerical, verbal), as well as excellent written and verbal communication skills.
      • Strong business acumen as well as financial modeling experience.
      • Previous Accounting experience a strong advantage.
      • Must be self-driven and very motivated.
      • Must be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and working with constantly changing priorities.
      • Leads and directs the work of others across the company, without direct organizational line of authority.
      • Strong administrative, organizational and relationship skills.
      • Position also requires strong interpersonal skills, discretion, diplomacy, and judgment.
      • Strong teamwork ethic, positive proactive flexible attitude ability to take complete ownership of responsibilities.
      • Ability to work under pressure and time constraints as well as handle a number of tasks simultaneously required.
      • Proficient in Microsoft Office including Excel, PowerPoint and Word and related software applications. Physical Environment/Demands:
        • Some travel may be required.
        • Most work is performed in a temperature-controlled at-home or office environment.
        • Incumbent may sit for long periods of time at desk or computer terminal.
        • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.
        • Incumbent may use calculators, keyboards, telephone, and other office equipment in the course of normal workday.
        • Stooping, bending, twisting, and reaching may be required in completion of job duties. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of the work performed by the employees assigned to this job. All employees must comply with Company policy and applicable laws. The responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified may vary within each department and/or location. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. UNFI is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment for all. - M/F/Veteran/Disability. VEVRAA Federal Contractor. Additional Information
          • Company Name: United Natural Foods West Inc
          • Schedule: Full-time Compensation
            • Pay Range: $114,300 - 220,500 Annually ($54.95 - 106.01 Hourly)
            • Other Compensation: Long Term Incentive and Bonus Eligible Compensation: UNFI anticipates paying the above-referenced pay rate (or within the above-referenced pay range) for this position. Actual Pay, where applicable, will depend on a number of factors, including, but not limited to, education, experience, training, and any requirements under applicable collective bargaining agreements. UNFI is committed to transparency in pay in compliance with applicable state and local laws. For Washington positions (or positions that may be performed remotely from Washington), -Click HERE -for Washington-specific paid time off details. Candidates hired into this position will also be eligible to participate in the following benefits programs: Paid Time Off; Sick Time; paid holidays and parental leave; 401K Program; medical, dental, vision, life, and accidental death/dismemberment insurance; short-term and long-term disability insurance program, Flexible Spending Account and/or Health Savings Account, subject to meeting the eligibility requirements and the terms and conditions of these programs, and subject to any requirements under applicable collective bargaining agreements. Sales Positions Only: For sales positions that are commission-based, the above range is an estimate of total potential commission-based compensation during an associate's first year, but UNFI offers an introductory period minimum of $1,000 per week. After the introductory period, as a 100% commission-based role, there is no set salary. UNFI's commission plans are uncapped and average earnings vary depending on territory and sales achieved, among other factors. UNFI's compensation, benefits, and paid time off policies are subject to change in the Company's sole discretion, consistent with applicable law. This job posting should not be construed as an offer of employment with certain terms, nor should it be construed as a guaranteed minimum. My ProfileCreate and manage profiles for future opportunities. United States of America, California, Rocklin

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