[Hiring] Finance Manager REMOTE USA
Position: Finance Manager
Date Posted: July 31, 2025
Industry: Food Services / Education
Employment Type: Full Time
Experience: Minimum 5 years of relevant experience
Qualification: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (Preferred)
Salary: $120,000 – $130,000/yr
Location: New England, United States (REMOTE)
Company: Chartwells Higher Education Dining Services
Description:
Chartwells Higher Ed is seeking a detail-oriented and strategic Finance Manager to oversee financial operations for universities within the New England region. This remote role involves occasional travel (approximately 10%) to various campuses. The ideal candidate will bring a solid background in accounting, financial analysis, and team leadership to support the broader mission of creating healthier dining experiences in educational settings.
As part of the Compass Group USA family, Chartwells Higher Ed serves institutions across the country, focusing on innovation, wellness, and sustainability within campus dining services. This role plays a vital part in ensuring financial accuracy, compliance, and performance across supported schools.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee all financial and accounting functions within the assigned region, ensuring accuracy and adherence to internal controls
- Safeguard company assets by monitoring cash flow, inventory, and accounts receivable
- Reconcile and analyze key balance sheet accounts, identifying and resolving any discrepancies
- Evaluate financial performance metrics (KPIs) and provide reporting for internal and client review
- Interpret and enforce financial terms within client contracts to ensure compliance
- Lead budget forecasting and identify financial risks and growth opportunities
- Audit general ledger activity weekly and implement corrective measures as needed
- Assist in preparing financial models for new contracts and renewals
- Produce monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports
- Mentor and support unit-level accounting personnel, offering guidance on financial matters
- Present financial summaries to internal executives and client stakeholders
- Support ad hoc projects and assignments as required
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (strongly preferred)
- Experience in food service accounting highly desired
- At least 5 years of hands-on experience in accounting or financial management
- Operational finance experience, particularly supporting non-corporate units
- Strong Excel skills and the ability to create and interpret financial models
- Proficiency with POS, credit card reconciliation, and financial software
- Demonstrated communication and leadership skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and relationships across different teams
- Must reside within 2–3 hours of the New England campuses
Additional Perks & Benefits:
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life and disability coverage
- Retirement plan options
- Generous paid time off and parental leave
- Shopping and discount programs
- Health and wellness resources
- Commuter and pet insurance options
- Identity theft protection and FSAs
- Flexible work environment with growth opportunities
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