Operations Finance Analyst - University of Kentucky

Job Description

The Operations Finance Analyst at the University of Kentucky will partner with various Aramark operations teams, providing financial support and oversight to lines of business supporting financial planning and analysis activities. This role will support leadership with financial analysis, reporting, and explanations. Additionally, this position will coordinate initiatives and requests for analysis with your counterparts in the field. The individual will also develop ad-hoc financial analyses and reports that aid in evaluating business performance and identifying risk and opportunities. This role will also support the strategic and business planning processes and valuable initiatives.

Job Responsibilities

• Consolidates, analyzes and reports monthly, quarterly and annual financial results and compares against key performance indicators such as Plan, historical results and other specified benchmarks
• Consolidates, analyzes and reports monthly and quarterly along with associated variance explanations and risks and opportunities analysis
• Supports assigned region and Total Company actuals and forecast process with analysis and ad hoc reporting as required
• Builds and maintains company-wide templates and reports to facilitate monthly and quarterly reporting
• Provides analysis for and assists in preparing financial presentations for senior leadership meetings including Executive Leadership Team decks
• Supports and assists with the annual strategic planning process
• Uses Aramark supplied software tools to create insightful and dynamic reporting
• Supports the Annual Operating Plan (AOP) process including the development of and analysis of Total Company plan algorithms, review of Business Unit AOP models, providing analysis of trends as well as growth and profitability drivers
• Assists with operating review presentations, business reviews and ad hoc operational support
• Supports the Quarterly Operating Review process with analysis, templates and reporting for the lines of business
• Drives key initiatives in support of the financial objectives
• Support with analysis and reporting as needed
• Special projects supporting enterprise initiatives

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.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of financial planning & analysis experience
• Requires a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in finance, accounting, business or a related subject
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to interact and effectively communicate to senior management and diverse teams
• Ability to coordinate a number of projects and prioritize accordingly
• Collaboration skills and the ability to influence and get results without formal authority
• Sound judgment and ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations
• Strong working knowledge of Excel, Word and PowerPoint

About Aramark

Our Mission

Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.

At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

About Aramark

The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at http://www.aramarkcareers.com or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.