623 - Dir Finance and Administration

LSG Sky Chefs, a part of LSG Group is the world's leading provider of end-to-end on-board products and services.
Role Purpose Statement
Assist General Manager and/or Managing Director with the financial affairs of the Customer Service Center (CSC) or business unit and with preparation of financial analyses of operations, including financial statements and supporting schedules that will drive business decisions on a daily basis, along with periodic audit of key functional areas from a financial risk mitigation and accuracy of reporting.
Main Accountabilities
Business Strategy
• Provide high level attention and strategic focus of new kitchen
• Define and implement best practice approach to processes and systems for new CSC start-ups
• Oversee the successful implementation of Cost-plus pricing model in North America (NAM)
Financial Planning and Analysis
• Prepare and analyze monthly Profit and Loss (P&L), customer profitability reports, budgets and interim forecasts which includes monitoring daily performance, analyzing operating results and making recommendations that will optimize facility profitability
• Responsible for the complete and accurate customer accounting and financial reporting
• Develop and maintain effective internal audit process which ensure unit compliance to accounting policies and procedures
• Develop and ensure robust inventory process and reporting
• Responsible for identifying cost and revenue opportunities which will support achievement of CSC financial goals
• Drive financial accountability in all functions in a kitchen from material cost to departmental cost
Leadership
• Ensure that the area of responsibility is properly organized, staffed and directed
• Guide, motivate and develop the directly and indirectly subordinate employees
• Plan, implement and control the cost and project budget in the area of responsibility; initiate and steer corrective actions in case of deviations
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
• Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance or related major field of study required
• In addition, seven to ten years finance experience with at least five years in financial management
• One to three years catering or related experience required
• Experience in establishing and implementing processes and systems required
• SAP or similar software experience required
• CPA/MBA preferred or equivalent experience
• Significant experience in financial analysis
• Strong presentation, organization, and analytical skills
• Ability to interact and train management at all levels
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written