OPERATIONS FINANCE MANAGER - Binghamton University - Binghamton, NY

Salary:  $85,000 - $90,000

 

At over 300 college & universities around the country, Chartwells Higher Education is re-inventing the on-campus dining experience. We are challenging the norm and setting new standards by investing in high-tech, food-infused social spaces that bring people together to promote meaningful relationships and interactions. We are food-forward difference makers, bound together by a desire to feed hungry minds and prepare students for success.

We are seeking hungry, humble and smart associates who are looking to join and grow with a diverse organization. We invite you to start your career journey with us and look forward to hearing from you. 

Job Summary

Bring your financial leadership to campus dining. Chartwells Higher Education is seeking a Operations Finance Manager to support one of our dynamic, multi-faceted client locations at Binghamton University. This role is primarily responsible for all accounting, finance, and control functions for Retail Dining operations at the account.    The ideal candidate is a savvy business professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, brings strong analytical skills, and excels at building collaborative relationships across operations, culinary, and leadership teams. If you enjoy owning the numbers, driving financial insight, and supporting operational success, this role offers both challenge and impact. Key Responsibilities As Operations Finance Manager, you will serve as the financial steward for the retail dining operation, with responsibilities including, but not limited to:

• Oversee all cash handling procedures, ensuring adherence to company and client policies
• Perform detailed reconciliation and analysis of multiple balance sheet accounts
• Analyze financial results for internal leadership and external stakeholders
• Track, maintain, and interpret monthly P&L and balance sheet activity
• Develop budgets and forecasts, proactively identifying financial risks and opportunities
• Review and ensure accuracy of the general ledger and balance sheet
• Resolve accounting, variance, and reconciliation issues in a timely manner
• Prepare and distribute monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, including:
  • Monthly and fiscal closes
  • Internal and external audit support
  • Management reporting
• Maintain effective inventory management and cost control procedures
• Administer payroll and Human Resources-related financial processes
• Participate in special projects and perform additional related duties as assigned

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting preferred, or equivalent professional experience
• 5+ years of experience in revenue control, financial reporting, and cash handling
  • At least 3 years in a comparable controller or senior accounting role
• Foodservice or retail accounting experience required
  • Foodservice operations experience strongly preferred
• Demonstrated experience with sales analysis and reporting
• Strong ability to plan, organize, and control complex financial processes
• Proven skill in analyzing moderately complex financial data and trends
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and cross-functional relationships
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, with a strong focus on Excel
  • POS system experience is a plus
• Highly developed analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills

Apply to Chartwells Higher Education today!

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