Finance Transformation Lead

At SpartanNash, we deliver the ingredients for a better life through customer-focused innovation. We do this for our supply chain customers and U.S. military commissaries, retail store guests and, most importantly, our Associates. In fact, we see a day when each will say, “I can’t live without them.”

Our SpartanNash family of Associates is 20,000 strong, ranging from bakery managers to order selectors; from IT developers to vice presidents of finance; from HR Business Partners to export specialists. Each of them plays an integral role in SpartanNash’s People First culture, Operational Excellence and Insights that Drive Solutions. Ready to contribute to the success of our food solutions company? Apply now!

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Position Summary:

This role is responsible for performing financial, operational, and accounting analysis within the Wholesale segment, as well as occasionally in support of other business areas. This analyst role supports regular financial reporting and decision-making, contributes to special projects and strategic initiatives, and assists with core accounting functions. The position partners with cross-functional teams to ensure sound financial practices and insights.

Here’s what you’ll do:
Participate in business decisions through operating and trend analysis, value-added assessments, and risk/opportunity analysis.
Assist in the preparation of financial analysis and reporting including, but not limited to, monthly variance analysis, profitability analysis, and operational reviews.
Participate in financial diligence and other preliminary activities related to potential business combinations. 
Support integration activities for completed acquisitions.  This includes activities such as financial statement mapping and period-based reporting, as well as process improvement and alignment activities. 
Assist with the preparation of routine Wholesale segment reporting. Evaluate operations to assist with operational management decision-making.
Consult and educate associates and management on financial analysis and reports to address business issues.  
Maintain current knowledge of regulations and best accounting practices; make recommendations to ensure compliance with US GAAP and internal control over financial reporting.
Support accounting activities through preparing account-level financial analysis, and in some cases assisting with preparation of journal entries and period-based account reconciliations, ensuring resolution of reconciling items.
Lead or contribute to special projects and strategic initiatives, including process and internal control improvement, information technology implementations, and financial evaluations for potential new business initiatives.
Provide ad hoc financial analysis as requested.
Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.

Here’s what you’ll need:
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
Five years of accounting and/or financial analysis experience.
Knowledge of US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
Experience with core accounting activities including journal entries, account reconciliations, and reporting processes.
Excellent communication skills; ability to collaborate across departments and with all levels of leadership.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Excellent spreadsheet and financial modeling skills.
Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); experience with financial systems.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
Experience supporting or managing special projects.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
May be required to lift and/or move 20 pounds. The associate is frequently required to sit/stand/walk. While performing the duties of this position, the associate is subject to a typical office environment and is rarely exposed to outside weather conditions. Temperatures may vary for those subject to any of the following areas: computer/server room, print shop, production area). The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate but may be high in distribution settings. Travel requirements vary by assignment.

As part of our People First culture, SpartanNash is proud to offer a robust and competitive Total Rewards benefits package.

SpartanNash is an Equal Opportunity Employer that invests in Associate development, recognizes and celebrates success, fosters two-way communication, and promotes a sense of belonging. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals, including those with disabilities and Veterans. 

We are not able to sponsor work visas for this position.