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Compass Group, North America Director of Finance in Chicago, Illinois
Levy Sector
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About Levy
The disruptor in defining the sports and entertainment hospitality experience, Levy is recognized as the market leader and most critically acclaimed hospitality company in its industry. Twice named one of the 10 most innovative companies in sports by Fast Company magazine and one of the top three Best Employers for Diversity in America by Forbes, Levy’s diverse portfolio includes award-winning restaurants; iconic sports and entertainment venues, zoos and cultural institutions, theaters, and convention centers; as well as the Super Bowl, Grammy Awards, US Open Tennis Tournament, Kentucky Derby, and NHL, MLB, NBA, NFL, and MLS All-Star Games.
Job Summary
With over 40,000 employees across 200 locations delivering over $2 billion in revenue per year, Levy is responsible for millions of memorable guest experiences across some of the most iconic locations in the country.
The role of Director of Finance is responsible for overseeing the financial operations of a division or portfolio of locations within Levy. Partnering with the Operations leaders to deliver value through accurate and effective financial management including accounting, planning, reporting, and continual improvement.
Key Responsibilities:
Oversee strategic planning and budgeting process to ensure accuracy and effective management.
Oversight of the divisional operations finance function - line managing the divisional finance leaders.
Supporting business improvement and development from a financial management perspective.
Establishing and maintaining KPI metrics for all members of the divisional finance leaders.
Partner with divisional operations leadership to ensure sound financial management of the organization.
Utilize data and insight to identify opportunities for financial optimization.
Oversee the creation and implementation of divisional financial improvement initiatives.
Continual development, engagement, and growth of divisional finance team members.
Ensure the accurate and timely reporting of operational finance data to inform operational decision making.
Cross-functional collaboration with other teams to implement programs and follow process.
Experience
10+ years of experience in a related role involving P&L management and analysis - FP&A, Corporate Finance, Operations Finance
Accounting experience preferred; CPA not required
Hospitality experience preferred
Skills and Qualifications
Exceptional oral and written communication with the ability to concisely provide executive summaries to senior management
Strong problem solving analytical skills, with an ability to drive data analytics and make appropriate financial conclusions on results
Knowledge of operational workflow methods and systems
Bachelor’s degree or greater
Advanced Microsoft Excel experience (e.g. V Look-ups, Pivot Tables, Advanced Formulas), Business Process software, and other MS Office Suite applications required
Curious about Life at Levy? Check it out: Levy Culture (http://www.levyrestaurants.com/our-culture/)
Levy is a member of Compass Group USA. Compass Group/Levy is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass/Levy, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.
Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.
We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply.
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
At Levy, team = family. And we’ll always take care of family, learn more about Levy benefits offered.
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance/ AD
Disability Insurance
Retirement Plan
Flexible Time Off Plan
Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
Associate Shopping Program
Health and Wellness Programs
Discount Marketplace
Identity Theft Protection
Pet Insurance
Commuter Benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Levy maintains a drug-free workplace.