Financial Analyst - Sygma - US

About the role

The Financial Analyst provides critical financial information in consolidated and entity-level financial statements through journal entries, monthly closing activities, account reconciliations, and accounting analysis for SYGMA in accordance with GAAP, SYSCO, and SYGMA policies. The role acts as a guardian for one of our Distribution Sites and a group of our Concepts. Periods of overtime may be required during month-end closing activity and key projects.

Responsibilities

• Perform weekly/monthly gross margin analysis for assigned Concepts and resolve significant discrepancies or variances.
• Perform the weekly forecast of assigned site and work with the VPGM and staff to ensure accuracy.
• Perform financial statement review, analysis, and variance explanations during the close process.
• Prepare weekly/monthly journal entries.
• Develop and maintain a relationship with the VPGM and their staff of the assigned center.
• Work with GMs to ensure accurate accruals and GL account allocations throughout the month and perform monthly accrual analysis.
• Perform timely completion and analysis of assigned monthly account reconciliations.
• Produce and distribute weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports.
• Provide coverage when the other FP&A Analysts are out.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field required.
• 2 years’ experience in finance, accounting, or related field in a large organization required.
• 1 year SYGMA/Sysco experience strongly preferred.
• Solid accounting skills and a working knowledge of GAAP.
• CPA and Food Service Industry background a plus.

Skills

• Demonstrated knowledge and skill with PC and ERP systems (Infinium/AS400 Query helpful) and advanced Excel skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven ability to build strong relationships with internal and external customers.
• Proven ability to produce timely and accurate results.
• Strong technical and organizational skills.
• Ability to deal with high-pressure situations and deadlines.
• Ability to juggle multiple priorities.
• Some travel may be required but limited.