CORP FINANCE/SR FINANCE BUSINESS PARTNER I

Manage the financial budgeting, forecasting, reporting and analysis processes for a Merchandising department across the enterprise. Be the primary Finance point of contact to the enterprise and leadership within the department for a specific Merchandising department. Ensure financial alignment exists between the Merchandising department and supermarket divisions. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.From one tiny Cincinnati grocery store more than a century ago, we've grown into what today is the nation's largest grocer with nearly 2,800 stores in 35 states operating under 28 different names. As America's grocer, we take pride in bringing diverse teams with a passion for food and people together with one common purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. With a history of innovation, we work tirelessly to create amazing experiences for our customers, communities AND each other, with food at the heart of it all.

Here, people matter. That's why we strive to provide the ingredients you need to create your own recipe for success at work and in life. We help feed your future by providing the value and care you need to grow. If you're caring, purpose-driven and hungry to learn, your potential is unlimited.

Whether you're seeking a part-time position or a new career path, we've got a fresh opportunity for you. Apply today to become part of our Kroger family!

What you'll receive from us:

The Kroger Family of Companies offers comprehensive benefits to support your Associate Well-Being, including Physical, Emotional, Financial and more. We'll help you thrive, with access to:

• A wide range of healthcare coverage, including affordable, comprehensive medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage, through company plans or collective bargaining agreement plans.
• Flexible scheduling in full- and part-time roles with paid time off, including holiday and sick pay based on eligibility and length of service.
• Emotional and financial support with free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program and free, confidential financial tools and coaching with Goldman Sachs Ayco.
• Valuable associate discounts on purchases, including food, travel, technology and so much more.
• Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career, through our industry-leading Continuing Education program.
• Vast potential for growth, through an abundance of industry-leading training programs and diverse career pathways.

For more information about benefits and eligibility, please visit our Benefits Page ! Minimum

• Bachelor's Degree
• 5+ years of accounting/finance management experience including reporting, budgeting or forecasting
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work successfully across all organizational levels
• Strong time management skills
• Proven experience effectively leading a team

Desired

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
• Any previous accounting/finance related positions (i.e., assistant controller or controller)
• Any prior Kroger division experience
• CPA certification and/or MBA

• Serve as the primary point of contact for financial leadership within the Merchandising department and Accounting/Finance
• Participate as an active member of the department leadership team in strategy development, operations management and ownership of results
• Compile financial reports and various analytics to drive success for the long-term plan developed for a merchandising department
• Advise the department leadership of implications of past and forecasted results on division's financial plan and Restock Kroger
• Prepare the financial information which will be presented by department leadership in Merchandising to various audiences
• Design financial best practices that can be leveraged across multiple divisions
• Oversee and manage the Progress Report Process within Essbase for a department to ensure proper execution, reporting accuracy and business alignment
• Prepare department budgets accurately, ensure timely information is available to divisions
• Guide and instruct the department on proper handling of financial transactions and ensure accounting policies/procedures are being followed
• Identify opportunities and drive continuous improvement, lead updates and redesigns to existing templates; compile financial models for new lines of businesses, store formats or acquisitions
• Present financial models and analytics to Capital Committee on investment opportunities within the department
• Develop new financial processes aligned to strategic initiatives to drive success
• Supervise and coach direct reports in the performance of their duties, complete performance reviews and provide feedback to direct reports
• Travel to meet with executive leaders, internal/external partners, and other stakeholders
• Must be able to perform the essential job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation