Kroger

CORP FINANCE/OPERATIONAL FINANCE DIRECTOR

Kroger • $150K — $180K *
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in accounting or finance
  • 7+ years of finance/accounting management experience
  • Extensive knowledge of financial systems and business policies
  • Highly analytical and detail-oriented
  • Excellent communication skills across all organizational levels
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office
  • Strong interpersonal and relationship development skills

Responsibilities

  • Partner with business unit leaders to develop long range plans aligned with company strategies
  • Collaborate with BU leaders to optimize finance team integration
  • Ensure timely and accurate reporting for business planning
  • Act as primary point of contact for executive leadership on financial matters
  • Manage high priority initiatives for ROIC growth
  • Provide coaching and training to operational finance staff
  • Seek and implement process improvements in financial reporting

Benefits

  • Professional development opportunities
  • Collaborative and inclusive work environment
  • Opportunity to participate in high-impact projects
  • Access to company resources and tools for effective financial management
Full Job Description
Job Description

Manage Operational Finance teams, led by Business Unit Controllers. Serve critical function as executive liaison between the Finance teams and the business unit leaders supported by those finance teams. Evaluate areas that need additional support, and redirect efforts no longer necessary. Ensure communication and alignment with senior management on methods and processes for capturing and sharing insights and information. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.

Responsibilities

- Partner with business unit leaders to develop 3-5 year long range plans that align with overall company strategies, including capital planning, operating forecasts, and financial and non-financial KPIs
- Collaborate with Business Unit (BU) leaders to ensure BU finance teams are integrated appropriately and are optimally supporting the BUs.
- Ensure Operational Finance team provides timely, accurate, efficient and insightful reporting and insights for weekly progress reports, period projections, and annual business planning
- Serve as primary point of contact for Executive leadership on financial aspects of key operational business units
- Manage high priority transformational initiatives within the business units to ensure the projects deliver ROIC growth and meet company level goals and commitments
- Ensure consistently executed and broadly distributed coaching, teaching, and training is delivered to all operational finance staff
- Seek and deploy business process improvements within financial reporting process
- Develop and maintain a program to recruit, train, and promote the Operational Finance staff
- Supervise and coach direct reports in the performance of their duties, complete performance reviews and provide feedback to direct reports
- Travel to meet with business unit leaders and other internal stakeholders
- Must be able to perform the essential job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation

Qualifications

Minimum
- Bachelor's Degree accounting or finance
- 7+ years extensive finance/accounting management experience
- Extensive working knowledge of financial systems, and accounting and business policies
- Highly analytical and detail-oriented with demonstrated success in identifying trends, results and outcomes
- Excellent communications skills; ability to effectively communicate with all levels of an organization
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Executive demeanor
- Strong technical skills
- Ability to manage a team and numerous projects at once
- Strong interpersonal and relationship development skills
- Outstanding organizational skills

Desired
- Master's Degree accounting, finance or business administration
- Any experience with the supervision of professional staff
- Any presentation experience
- Any previous Accounting/Finance related positions (i.e., assistant controller or controller)
- Any prior Kroger division experience
- CPA Certified Public Accountant
- CFA

About Kroger

Kroger serves customers and the community, how we innovate, and who we hire.

Kroger Careers

Joining Kroger means becoming part of a historic company committed to transforming the grocery industry. As one of America's largest retailers, Kroger offers unparalleled job opportunities, fostering a culture of innovation, leadership, and diversity.

Work You'll Do

At Kroger, every position contributes to our mission of feeding the human spirit. We are looking for professionals who are eager to drive change and master their career journey through various employment paths, from in-store roles to corporate positions.

Innovate and Lead

Embrace the chance to be at the forefront of industry innovation with Kroger. Our team is dedicated to implementing sustainable practices and technologies that enhance customer experience and community well-being. Your skills in leadership and innovation will find a nurturing home here, pushing the boundaries of what a grocery company can achieve.

Grow with Us

Kroger is not just a company; it's a place where you can grow. We invest in our team's growth through comprehensive training programs, leadership development, and opportunities for advancement. Diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our culture, ensuring every team member can thrive.

Be Part of a Great Team

Our team at Kroger is diverse, skilled, and driven—united by a shared commitment to our customers and each other. Working here, you'll engage in meaningful work that directly impacts communities, supported by a network of colleagues who are as passionate about their careers as you are.

Internship and Training Opportunities

Start your professional journey with Kroger through our internship programs or dive into our diversity training initiatives that prepare you for a long-term career with us. These programs are designed to enhance your skills and ensure you are well-prepared for the challenges and opportunities ahead.

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Kroger offers a competitive benefits package that supports the health, well-being, and financial security of our employees and their families. From healthcare to retirement plans, we provide the benefits you need to secure your future.

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Learn more about Kroger
Size
420,000 employees
Market Cap
$32.4 billion
Industry
Net Income
$2.5 billion
Founded
1883
5 Year Trend
+3.6%
Revenue
$132.4 billion
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