The Save Mart Companies is one of the largest food retailers in California and Nevada. It is home to several well-known brands in food retailing. You might have seen our stores that include Save Mart, Lucky, Lucky California, and Food Maxx. We also have 3 distribution centers and our SMART Transportation trucking firm to transport dry groceries, frozen foods, ice, and novelties to all The Save Mart Companies stores. We are a California grown business, headquartered in the heart of one of the greatest agricultural areas of our nation – Stanislaus County.
The Modesto community is vibrant with great traditions, educational opportunities, and multi-cultural lifestyles. Aside from mild weather year-round, Modesto allows for easy access to many major tourist attractions in California. To the west lies the San Francisco Bay Area (90-miles) and the Santa Cruz Beach (115-miles). To the east is the famed Gold Country “Mother Lode” (50-miles) and a little farther you can find the majestic Sierra Nevada Mountain range, Lake Tahoe (180-miles) and Yosemite National Park (110-miles).
Some of our competitive benefits include exceptionally generous benefits package (Health, Dental, Vision, Life, 401K), Lifelong Learning Educational opportunities, Employee Association (discounted and free tuition options, contests, and support services).
We Are Currently Recruiting For The Position Of
Sr. Director, FP&A & Strategic Finance - Modesto/Dublin, CA
Job Summary
The Senior Director, FP&A & Strategic Finance serves as the strategic advisor in operational finance to budget owners. This role plays a pivotal part in developing and executing portfolio management for the company, emphasizing the generation, selection, execution, and realization of business opportunities. Responsible for overseeing overall strategic execution and ensuring the quality of processes and services across the organization, the Senior Director conducts quantitative analyses to assess P&L performance, forecast financial goals, and support strategic business plans, marketing execution, and operational decisions across all business units.
Responsibilities
Conduct in-depth strategic analysis to identify growth opportunities, optimize expenses, evaluate financial analysis, and enhance core business metrics to facilitate informed financial decision-making
Assist in strategic and analytical development, including business modeling and sensitivity analysis, to support strategic options, market assessment, and competitive analysis
Lead strategic portfolio management initiatives, overseeing the generation, selection, execution, and realization of business opportunities to drive company growth
Implement process enhancements to streamline activities such as Month-End Close, Forecast updates, Target Setting, and ongoing reporting for improved efficiency
Monitor the progress of strategic initiatives across all departments using rigorous financial methodologies
Collaborate with business units and corporate support teams to define, support, and evaluate strategic plans aligned with financial objectives and timelines
Work closely with the accounting team to facilitate monthly/quarterly close processes related to operating expenses, accruals, and associated procedures
Provide insightful financial trends and analysis to evaluate business performance against operational plans, identify future profit and loss drivers, and assess portfolio opportunities and risks
Develop analytical frameworks and forecast models to enable rigorous financial risk assessments and facilitate data-driven business decisions
Cultivate a high-performing Finance team through leadership and skill development, promoting a culture of excellence and innovation
Hiring pay range: $182,107.00 - 239,015.00
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Strong knowledge of data reporting and analysis including financial models, understanding of P&L, balance sheet, cash flow, NPV, IRR, and ROI
Equipped to handle responsibility, collaborate, and excel in a fast-paced, small team environment
Exceptional analytical, strategic thinking, and organizational talents.
Demonstrated ability to collaborate with senior executives to influence corporate financial strategies.
Strong communication skills (verbal and written) with an emphasis on presenting to executive leadership
Ability to direct a diverse workload and team in a fast-paced environment
Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail; Strong fact-finding skills
Advanced Excel skills; Proficient in PowerPoint and Word; Proficiency in financial reporting systems, Excel, and, ideally, ERP systems and BI tools.
Superior communication abilities, with the skill to simplify complex financial data for a variety of audiences.
Ability to exercise confidentiality
Experience: 12 years progressive and applicable financial management experience, preferably in Corporate Finance, Strategic Finance or FP&A. 10 years management, supervisory and/or leadership experience
Education: 4 Year/Bachelors Degree and/or equivalent experience/training in Finance, Economics, Math or other quantitative fields. Masters Degree/MBA or other advanced degree preferred
Other: Up to 10% travel
Work Environment: Office
Reference: req36899
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The Save Mart Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we welcome resumes from individuals who will contribute to our diverse workforce.
Seniority level
Director
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Finance and Sales
Industries
Retail
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