Job Responsibilities:

1. Financial Forecasting: Lead the development and maintenance of comprehensive financial forecasts, including annual budgets, long-range plans, and quarterly forecasts, incorporating inputs from various departments and stakeholders.
2. Financial Analysis: Conduct in-depth financial analysis to assess business performance, identify trends, and provide insights to support strategic decision-making, including variance analysis, profitability analysis, and return on investment (ROI) analysis.
3. Business Performance Reporting: Prepare and present timely and accurate financial reports to senior management and key stakeholders, highlighting key performance metrics, financial risks, and opportunities for improvement.
4. Cost Management: Monitor and analyze costs and expenses across various business units and departments, identifying opportunities for cost optimization and efficiency improvements.
5. Capital Expenditure Evaluation: Evaluate proposed capital expenditure projects and investments, conducting financial feasibility analysis and assessing potential risks and returns to support investment decisions.
6. Strategic Planning Support: Partner with senior management and department heads to develop strategic initiatives and business plans, providing financial insights and analysis to support decision-making and goal-setting.
7. Forecasting Accuracy Improvement: Continuously review and refine forecasting methodologies and models to improve accuracy and reliability, incorporating feedback from stakeholders and incorporating best practices.
8. Cross-functional Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Finance, Operations, Marketing, and Supply Chain, to gather relevant data and insights and ensure alignment of financial plans with operational strategies.
9. Team Leadership: Lead and mentor a team of financial analysts, providing guidance, coaching, and support to develop their skills and capabilities and foster a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.

Qualifications:

1. Education: Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field. A Master's degree or professional certification (e.g., CFA, CPA, CMA) is preferred but not required.
2. Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in financial planning and analysis roles, preferably in the retail or food industry. Experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling is essential.
3. Analytical Skills: Strong quantitative and analytical skills, with the ability to analyze complex financial data, identify trends, and develop actionable insights and recommendations.
4. Financial Acumen: Solid understanding of financial principles, including financial statement analysis, cost accounting, and capital budgeting, with the ability to translate financial data into business insights.
5. Strategic Thinking: Ability to think strategically and anticipate future business needs, with a focus on aligning financial planning initiatives with overall business objectives and growth strategies.
6. Communication: Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex financial concepts and analysis to non-financial stakeholders and senior management.
7. Leadership: Proven leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate a team, foster collaboration, and drive results in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
8. Technical Proficiency: Proficiency in financial planning and analysis tools and software, including Excel, financial modeling software, and ERP systems. Experience with BI tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) is a plus.