Director 2, Segment Finance
Sodexo, Rahway, NJ, United States
Role Overview
Sodexo has an exciting new opening for a
Director of Client Finance
for our Corporate Services segment. As the Director of Client Finance, you will own the financial performance and decision support for a complex client account.
Within the segment. You will lead a team of finance business partners, influence mission-critical priorities with SVP/VP leaders, and elevate the way the organization plans, forecasts, tells the financial story, and manages risk—so the business can grow profitably and execute with rigor. Your leadership will elevate how we serve clients through stronger forecasting, sharper analytics, and a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
This is a hybrid position requiring 3 days a week in office in Central New Jersey.
What You'll Do
Lead portfolio financial performance by preparing, managing and delivering the annual plan, forecast, and all financial presentations for both Sodexo and the Client.
Provide management with insights into drivers of revenue, gross margin, profitability, performance, and expenses, as well as risks and opportunities.
Serve as a strategic thought partner to segment leadership by advising SVP/VP leaders on new business and renewal strategy—pricing, commercial structure, and financial implications—while constructively challenging assumptions to protect value.
Translate complex financial information into crisp recommendations that increase decision speed and confidence for internal and external stakeholders.
Build and develop a high-performing finance team.
Drive operational excellence and continuous improvement projects.
Direct, leads all audit processes, including implementation plans from internal and external audits.
Identifies best practices, continually enhancing efficiencies, and improving quality.
What We Offer Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:
Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs
401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement
More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.
What You Bring
Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or equivalent combination of education and experience (Master’s degree a plus).
7+ years of progressive finance experience (FP&A, performance management, reporting), ideally within a complex services/contract environment
Demonstrated ability to partner with senior account leaders and influence decisions in a matrixed environment.
Strong understanding of contract economics and complex service environments (including FM and multi-service models).
Advanced ability to develop and communicate insights through financial modeling, analytics, and executive presentations; comfortable in client-facing settings.
Proficiency with modern finance tools and systems (e.g., advanced Excel, FP&A/reporting platforms, and data/BI tools).
Who We Are We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Qualifications & Requirements
Minimum Education Requirement - Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
Minimum Management Experience – 7 years
Minimum Functional Experience – 7 years
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Director of Client Finance
for our Corporate Services segment. As the Director of Client Finance, you will own the financial performance and decision support for a complex client account.
Within the segment. You will lead a team of finance business partners, influence mission-critical priorities with SVP/VP leaders, and elevate the way the organization plans, forecasts, tells the financial story, and manages risk—so the business can grow profitably and execute with rigor. Your leadership will elevate how we serve clients through stronger forecasting, sharper analytics, and a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
This is a hybrid position requiring 3 days a week in office in Central New Jersey.
What You'll Do
Lead portfolio financial performance by preparing, managing and delivering the annual plan, forecast, and all financial presentations for both Sodexo and the Client.
Provide management with insights into drivers of revenue, gross margin, profitability, performance, and expenses, as well as risks and opportunities.
Serve as a strategic thought partner to segment leadership by advising SVP/VP leaders on new business and renewal strategy—pricing, commercial structure, and financial implications—while constructively challenging assumptions to protect value.
Translate complex financial information into crisp recommendations that increase decision speed and confidence for internal and external stakeholders.
Build and develop a high-performing finance team.
Drive operational excellence and continuous improvement projects.
Direct, leads all audit processes, including implementation plans from internal and external audits.
Identifies best practices, continually enhancing efficiencies, and improving quality.
What We Offer Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:
Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs
401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement
More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.
What You Bring
Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or equivalent combination of education and experience (Master’s degree a plus).
7+ years of progressive finance experience (FP&A, performance management, reporting), ideally within a complex services/contract environment
Demonstrated ability to partner with senior account leaders and influence decisions in a matrixed environment.
Strong understanding of contract economics and complex service environments (including FM and multi-service models).
Advanced ability to develop and communicate insights through financial modeling, analytics, and executive presentations; comfortable in client-facing settings.
Proficiency with modern finance tools and systems (e.g., advanced Excel, FP&A/reporting platforms, and data/BI tools).
Who We Are We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Qualifications & Requirements
Minimum Education Requirement - Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
Minimum Management Experience – 7 years
Minimum Functional Experience – 7 years
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