Provide administrative support, general accounting and problem-solving assistance for the GVP, Corporate Controller and Directors of Financial Services and Financial Systems. Provide day-to-day administrative support and general accounting assistance for Financial Services and Financial Systems departments. Responsibilities include maintaining executive calendars, travel arrangements, screening and processing incoming communications, report preparation and distribution, NSG Coordination, management of document storage, account reconciliations and other general accounting as required. Possess the ability to work well under pressure at various times during the year. Demonstrate a high degree of confidentiality, strong organizational skills, and ability to multi-task. Demonstrate the company’s core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.
Responsibilities- Coordinate routine matters; on-site, off-site and conference call/department meetings; travel; expense reports; mail and various other assignments
- Manage the security of confidential and sensitive information.
- Track departmental expenses and yearly budgets.
- Maintain department time (e.g., vacation, schedules, and other paid time off).
- Ensure new associates receive the proper onboarding requirements, including tax forms to complete, working with Human Resources for new hire set up and coordinating technology needs.
- Ensure accurate, efficient processing and disposition of written correspondence, as well as verbal communications, directed to the executive and/or the staff.
- Prepare, input and process Local Check requests at the Store Support Center (SSC) and running PPR for same day/emergency checks
- Process department invoices through Coupa and submit for payment.
- Act as MyTime administrator for several finance departments at SSC.
- Produce and assemble materials and documents needed for meetings and presentations.
- Prepare, compile and/or distribute various quarterly reporting materials, including: Blue Books, Quarterly Business Review Pre-read and Stat Book.
- Prepare account reconciliations related to miscellaneous balance sheet accounts.
- Prepare quarterly store count and square footage reports for the blue book and stat book.
- Complete all Census related items, which may arise on a monthly, quarterly and annual basis.
- Prepare other quarterly analysis such as real estate EBITDA, CECL questionnaire and etc.
- Prepare period entries for KTD and other department requests.
- Request and prepare stock detail for yearly valuation.
- Assemble, read and understand operating statements, work accurately with numbers and recap information.
- Must be able to perform the essential job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.
Minimum
- High School Diploma or GED
- Excellent oral/written communication skills
- Excellent project management skills with the ability to work independently and meet deadlines
- Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and protect sensitive information
- Proficient in Microsoft Office; ability to learn new computer applications
- Excellent people skills; demonstrated ability to work with a variety of management styles
- Ability to manage shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment, especially at Qtr. and YE financial closes
- Ability preparing/maintaining accurate records, presentations and reports
- High level of focus on quality and accuracy
- Overtime may be required at financial closing times
Desired
- Associates degree in business, accounting or finance
- Prior accounting or finance work experience (internship or full time)
- Any department assistant or executive assistant experience
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Familiar with corporate policies and procedures, organizational levels and reporting relationships
Skills Required
- High School Diploma or GED
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Excellent project management skills; ability to work independently and meet deadlines
- Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and protect sensitive information
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Ability to manage shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment, especially at quarter and year-end financial closes
- Ability to prepare and maintain accurate records, presentations and reports
- High level of focus on quality and accuracy
- Ability to work well under pressure during busy periods
- Overtime availability during financial closing times
- Associates degree in business, accounting or finance
- Prior accounting or finance work experience (internship or full time)
- Any department assistant or executive assistant experience
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Familiarity with corporate policies, procedures, organizational levels and reporting relationships
Kroger Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Kroger and has not been reviewed or approved by Kroger.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage in many union divisions has been protected or improved in recent contracts, with some regions avoiding proposed cuts and others expanding spousal coverage and strengthening short‑term disability. Mental‑health resources and 24/7 access are also emphasized, supported by third‑party recognition in recent years.
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Retirement Support — Retirement options include a company 401(k) with a match and, in many union roles, access to pension or variable annuity plans that have been stabilized through recent agreements. Match levels and pension participation vary by division and role, so specifics require local confirmation.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Education assistance through “Feed Your Future” offers substantial tuition support for both part‑ and full‑time associates, alongside free financial coaching. Perks such as associate discounts and periodic Boost membership offers add incremental value to total rewards.
Kroger Insights
What We Do
At Kroger, we believe no matter who you are or how you like to shop, everyone deserves affordable, easy-to-enjoy, fresh food. This idea is embodied in our simple tagline—Fresh for Everyone™. Kroger ranks as one of the world’s largest retailers. We are nearly half a million associates across 2,800 stores in 35 states operating two dozen grocery retail brands and 34 manufacturing and 44 distribution locations, all dedicated to living our Purpose: to Feed the Human Spirit™. Together, we serve more than 11 million customers daily in our stores and online through convenient e-commerce options like pickup, ship and delivery, serving America through food inspiration and uplift. Customers love Our Brands, including the popular Kroger®, Private Selection® and Simple Truth® brands. Our own manufacturing plants produce many of Our Brands products, including breads, dairy products, meat and thousands of grocery items. We also believe in and are committed to doing our part to create #ZeroHungerZeroWaste communities by 2025.









