Finance Services Senior Manager

REMOTE • CONTIGUOUS UNITED STATES

Finance • Systems Management• Grocery

Join NCG as our Finance Services Senior Manager and help power the next wave of financial innovation across the food co-op sector! If you love turning standards into strategy, lifting systems to excellence and supporting mission driven business, this role is for you! 

Come join National Co+op Grocers’ (NCG) collective movement towards a just, resilient and regenerative food system that is accessible for all! We are a business services cooperative that helps community-owned grocery stores thrive—strengthening local economies, promoting sustainable food systems, and empowering consumers. We are revolutionizing the grocery industry to make it work better for people and the planet!

This position will champion the standardization and improvement of financial systems across member co-ops, and support GAAP-aligned reporting and systems adoption. This is an ideal position for finance leaders who are passionate about cooperative finance and operational excellence.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Maintain the integrity, structure, and documentation of the Common Chart of Accounts (CCOA) manage updates and revisions as needed.
• Evaluate proposed changes to account structure, numbering, and descriptions to maintain alignment with GAAP and operational comparability.
• Own the development, documentation, and ongoing maintenance of clear written procedures, training materials, and reference guides for all finance programs and systems.
• Design, develop, and pilot financial programs and services that strengthen co-op financial management and standardization. Potential areas of development may include financial reporting and budgeting, invoice processing, bill pay, or shared bookkeeping/accounting support.
• Collaborate with other NCG departments to create tools and systems that connect financial data to operational, product, and retail metrics.
• Lead implementation planning, training, and ongoing support for member co-ops adopting the CCOA and related programs.
• Provide direct support to member co-ops on finance and accounting projects, including transitions between accounting software platforms, rehabilitation of financial records (or coordination with third-party contractors performing that work), and establishment of bookkeeping systems for start-up co-ops.
• Negotiate, contract with, and oversee independent contractors and other consultants, including for budget support and finance assessments, as needed.
• Participate in the planning, coordination, and execution of NCG’s national finance Co+nnect conference.
• Provide strong and effective leadership and supervision for the Accounting & Budgeting Specialist.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
• Certified Public Accountant or equivalent advanced accounting experience
• Minimum of 7–10 years of progressively responsible experience in financial management, accounting, or related roles, including at least 5 years leading a finance department or overseeing accounting functions in a retail or multi-unit environment.
• Demonstrated expertise in GAAP-compliant financial reporting, accounting controls, and analysis, strong understanding of tax rules applicable to retail enterprises.
• Proven experience managing or implementing accounting systems and ERP solutions, including chart-of-accounts design and integration.
• Significant experience in financial modeling, forecasting, and data-driven decision support.
• Demonstrated experience creating and maintaining technical documentation and training resources (e.g., SOPs, manuals, process guides).
• Up to 25% of business travel is required, including overnights and weekends.

Compensation & Benefits

NCG offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, as an example: 

•   4 weeks Paid Time Off
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) with company contributions
• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• Company-paid identity theft protection
• Matching 401(k) plan

The salary for this position is $167,690.

Workstation Options

·       Home Office (Contiguous U.S.): Eligible if within 100 miles of a major airport and has sufficient internet bandwidth and mobile phone service.

·       St. Paul, MN Office: Workstations available at 2610 University Ave W, with free parking and access to the Green Line Light Rail (Westgate Station).

Accessibility

NCG is committed to providing equal access to all interested candidates. If you require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact (866) 709-2667 ext. 2817 or email c for assistance.

Our goal is to attract and retain qualified talent and encourage applications from all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any characteristic protected by applicable law.

No recruiters or agencies please.