GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF POSITION
The Finance Transformation Specialist will align accounting strategy and technology to support the enterprise-wide implementation of common systems in the financial arena, including leading the updating of current business processes to be consistent for store level and corporate accounting, where applicable. The position will be responsible for supporting a focus on aligning tasks, financial calendar and accounts, and leading automation efforts when appropriate. The specialist will optimize accounting technology by assisting in the development of real-time dashboards, enhanced reporting, while maintaining the integrity of the financial data and reporting. Understanding current accounting processes across the enterprise and possessing a mindset to proactively drive change will be important for this role.


ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Support implementation of Common Operating Model, where applicable, across the enterprise.

2. Evaluate current financial business processes for best practices for both brands.

3. Digitize accounting processes across enterprise (including, but not limited to, daily store level paperwork, inventory accounting, rebate management, merchandise and fuel payables, banking and reconciliations, fixed assets) to automate manual work and increase efficiencies.

4. Develop and maintain project plans, schedules and budgets.

5. Motivate and lead the project teams and project team members, providing oversight, guidance, and direction in alignment with governance, project plan actions, and tasks while driving results.

6. Anticipate risks and challenges related to projects and keep stakeholders informed.

7. Create training documentation for accounting SMEs to maintain and update new solutions.

8. Monitor and report project/program status.

9. Coordinate internal and external resources required across projects.

10. Perform any other related duties as required or assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty mentioned satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Broad knowledge of such fields as accounting, marketing, business administration, finance, etc. Equivalent to a four-year college degree, plus 8 years related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.