Finance Manager, Operated Retail Operations

Title: Finance Manager, Operated Retail Operations

(remote)

Location: WA-Seattle

Job Description – finance manager, US Partner/Region Finance (remote) (230090575)

finance manager, US Partner/Region Finance (remote) (

Job Number:

230090575)

Location

US-WA-Seattle-Starbucks Support Center

Is this role eligible for remote or hybrid work? Yes-Remote

Starbucks – Finance

Pay Range $106,900 – $189,000

Bonus Eligible Yes

Now Brewing finance manager, US (United States) Company-Operated Retail Operations

From the beginning, Starbucks set out to be a different kind of company. One that not only
celebrated coffee and the rich tradition, but that also brought a feeling of connection. We are known for developing extraordinary leaders who share this passion and are guided by their service to others.

The finance manager to lead a successful partnership with regional leaders to deliver financial targets in the US company-owned retail operations. The finance manager works cross-functionally with other finance and operations teams to develop powerful insights for regional retail performance, from sales and product, to labor, store operations and profitability KPIs. This is a high-visibility, fast-paced role for a manager with demonstrated ability to lead a top-performing team of senior financial professionals.

The ideal candidate is an influential leader with proven results in supporting retail partnerships, initiating cross-functional initiatives to drive financial success. This person will bring the passion to lead successful teams, while championing continuous improvement and process transformation.

Key responsibilities
Lead – Setting goals for the work group, developing organizational capability, and modeling how we work together
• Incorporating key priorities for both the business unit or function represented and the total Company.
• Works collaboratively with and often leads cross-functional teams to coordinate and provide guidance on annual budgets, quarterly forecasts and accounting policies.
• Ensures effective communication and timely resolution of conflicts.
• Identifies and communicates key responsibilities and practices to ensure the immediate team of direct reports promotes a successful attitude, confidence in leadership, and teamwork to achieve business results.
• Supports the implementation of company programs to ensure the success of the Company.
• Pushes the organization forward and leads changes and improvements.

Plan and Execute – Developing strategic and operational plans for the work group, managing execution, and measuring results:
• Drives the function’s financial and business plan.
• Oversees and influences comprehensive analysis required to support investment decision for business programs and products including measurement against key financial metrics and targets.
• Plans and manages business unit and department processes and practices to ensure that programs are aligned with company business goals and objectives.
• Prepares, communicates, and educates client groups and team on changes in policies and practices within the organization.

Business Requirements – Providing functional expertise and executing functional responsibilities:
• Provides overall vision in creating and implementing processes/ tools used in financial controls and financial plans.
• Supports leadership by leading development of accurate and timely annual operating plans, and quarterly forecasting efforts for a business unit or global function.
• Leads review sessions with senior business leadership and senior finance leadership.
• Leads team in generating strategic and tactical recommendations in support of business objectives and presents them to influence senior management decision-making.
• Supports director or senior leader in leading the development of strategic plans, annual operating plans and quarterly forecasts for a consolidated business unit or the consolidated Company.
• Manages the team’s day-to-day activities in drafting, analyzing, and completing plans or forecasts that align with business or departmental strategies and priorities and in accordance with accounting policies.
• Works with cross-functional teams to improve processes, set targets, develop plans, conduct complex analyses, and measure results. Consults with senior management to identify process gaps, present data and propose solutions.
• Ensures systems are consistent and integrated with the business practices they support. Identifies key issues and weaknesses, provides solutions for improvement, and manages the implementation of system enhancements.
• Leads the creation of complex models, conducts research, and analyzes actual business unit performance against targets in the operating plans, strategic plans, forecasts. Quantifies opportunities and risks and recommends alternatives.
• Participate in and lead cost and price discussions with external or internal parties.

Partner Development & Team Building – Providing partners with coaching, feedback, and developmental opportunities and building effective teams:
• Challenges and inspires partners to achieve business results.
• Conducts and ensures the completion of performance reviews.
• Ensures partners adhere to legal and operational compliance requirements.
• Oversees training and development of partners directly and indirectly managed and makes effective staffing decisions.

We’d love to hear from people with:
• Excellent communication skills, interacting and presenting to all levels of management
• Successful people development experience, leading high-performing teams in a fast-paced environment
• Business analysis and insights, with the ability to see implications and provide consultative solutions and recommendations
• Ability to influence vertically and horizontality throughout the organization and with cross-functional teams
• Ability to travel as needed (10-25%)

Basic qualifications and summary of experience for this role are:
• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance or quantitative field; MBA or Master’s degree preferred
• 7 years of progressive experience in financial analysis, modeling, budgeting, and business planning, including presentations of financial analysis and recommendations to cross-functional and business unit leadership, preferably in retail and consumer industries
• 3 to 5 years prior management or supervision experience strongly preferred but not required
• 5 years of experience in data analytics, with advanced skills in Excel and other data analytics tools; ideal candidate also has experience in Hyperion, Tableau, Oracle, Anaplan, and other BI tools.

From free coffee to competitive pay, Starbucks is proud to offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to our eligible part-time and full-time partners. Benefits include 100% tuition coverage through our Starbucks College Achievement Plan, health coverage with a variety of plans to choose from, and stock & savings programs like our equity reward program, Bean Stock. What’s more, Starbucks offers flexible scheduling and opportunities for paid time off. Visit starbucksbenefits.com for details.

If you live in the greater Seattle area, we offer a flexible workplace that allows for hybrid work. Partners can work remotely up to two days per week.

Join us and inspire with every cup. Apply today!

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

We are committed to creating a diverse and welcoming workplace that includes partners with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We believe that enables us to better meet our mission and values while serving customers throughout our global communities. People of color, women, LGBTQIA+, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal state and local ordinances. Starbucks Corporation is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at 206-318-0660 or via email at applicantaccommodation@starbucks.com.