Job Description

The Finance Manager serves as a key member of the leadership team, with direct responsibility for all financial operations across MW Supermarket Holdings, LLC overseeing accounting, reporting, budgeting, and financial planning for all store locations. This role is hands-on, analytical, and highly collaborative, requiring regular interaction with store management, corporate leadership, and external partners.

Essential Functions

The core functions of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Oversee all general accounting functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger maintenance.
• Lead the development, implementation, and management of annual budgets, forecasts, and monthly financial reporting for all 17 store locations.
• Ensure the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of all financial statements and management reports.
• Monitor cash flow, prepare regular analyses, and manage banking relationships and treasury functions.
• Maintain and implement effective internal controls, policies, and procedures to safeguard assets and ensure compliance with company and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate and support periodic audits—internal and external—ensuring timely completion and addressing any issues or recommendations.
• Serve as a strategic advisor to the General Manager and executive team, providing insight and guidance on financial performance, cost controls, and business opportunities.
• Support all tax filings, compliance activities, and liaise with external accountants and regulatory authorities as needed.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the finance and accounting team, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Partner with store and division management to analyze operational results and recommend improvements to drive profitability and efficiency.
• Manage financial systems, upgrades, and the implementation of best practices across the department.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required; CPA or MBA preferred.
• Minimum 7 years of progressive accounting or finance experience, preferably in retail, grocery, or a multi-unit environment.
• Hands-on experience with all aspects of accounting, financial reporting, and budgeting, with demonstrated leadership in a controller or senior finance role.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills; proficiency with financial systems and Excel.
• Ability to communicate complex financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders.
• Experience managing and developing a team.
• Capacity to travel between store locations as necessary.
• High level of integrity, attention to detail, and commitment to confidentiality.

Working Conditions & Physical Demands

• Fast-paced, multi-unit retail environment.
• Ability to work flexible hours as needed during month-end, year-end, or special projects.
• Occasional travel to store locations throughout the NYC area.
• Routine use of computers, spreadsheets, and financial management software.

MW Supermarket Holdings, LLC. is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, well-being, and professional development of our Associates. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, paid time off and holidays and collaborative, team-oriented work environment. Many of these benefits are partially funded by the company, with some subject to eligibility requirements.

MW Supermarket Holdings, LLC is a wholly owned subsidiary of Wakefern Food Corp.

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER, COMMITTED TO A DIVERSE WORKFORCE

THAT REFLECTS THE COMMUNITIES WE SERVE

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