Full-Time
Sr. Financial Analyst
Posted on 9/23/2025
C&S Wholesale Grocers
5,001-10,000 employees
Wholesale grocery distribution and logistics
No salary listed
Brattleboro, VT, USA
In Person
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- Detailed knowledge and understanding of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and practices
- Proficient with MS Excel; Advanced data analysis, modeling and organization skills; Strong communication, collaboration & presentation skills
- Minimum of five years of relevant experience in financial planning & analysis and budgeting
- Experience with financial systems and software (Oracle ERP, Hyperion/Smartview financial reporting) preferred
- Bachelor's degree in a financial field
- Bachelor's Degree - Accounting Finance
- Prepare analysis on assigned areas for monthly/quarterly executive presentations (board decks, ops reviews, audits, etc.) and assist with the completion of weekly P&L reviews with business partner leadership. Assess the format of recurring reporting for format, timing, frequency, as well as the recipients to ensure analysis provides best basis for decision making.
- Prepare, communicate, and align on timelines for all assigned areas of the companies' budgeting and forecasting. Ensure timelines are met and liaise with key stakeholders to ensure known contract changes are factored into assumptions. Load planning data into financial planning tools and ensure correct and consistent representation in planning and reporting environments.
- Develop and provide analysis throughout planning processes to finance and other key stakeholders to enable internal understanding and effective presentation to company leadership.
- Identify areas of process improvement and automation initiatives related to recurring executive presentations and annual budget/forecast processes.
- Train and guide lower level team members, serve as main point of contact with internal business partners regarding explanation of variances versus plans and prior year by providing insights and guidance.
- Optimize the use of financial reporting and planning system environments, developing and extracting plan and actual data and present information. Lead in the blue-printing and testing for assigned areas for system enhancements or implementations
- Prepare and analyze components by customer and assist business partners with variance analysis explanations to assist with the completion of monthly Business Line Reporting (BLR).
C&S Wholesale Grocers distributes food and non-food items to retailers and institutions across the United States. It operates a nationwide network of warehouses and offices that enable efficient procurement, storage, and distribution, helping customers source products at low cost through centralized buying power and logistics expertise. The company differentiates itself by its extensive nationwide warehouse footprint, large product assortment, and economies of scale that lower prices and speed delivery for its wholesale partners. Its goal is to provide reliable, affordable supply chain and procurement solutions to a broad base of retail partners and institutions.
Company Size
5,001-10,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Keene, New Hampshire
Founded
1918
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- SpartanNash acquisition consolidates operations across 60 centers boosting efficiency.
- Sol Select targets Hispanic market with 250 SKUs via Sedano's 32 stores.
- Best Yet relaunch expands high-margin private labels amid value-seeking consumers.
What critics are saying
- Baldwin Florida center closure cuts 490 jobs disrupting Winn-Dixie supply by July 2025.
- Antitrust blocks Kroger-Albertsons 579 stores slashing $2.9 billion revenue.
- SpartanNash integration fails causing customer loss to UNFI within 12 months.
What makes C&S Wholesale Grocers unique
- C&S owns Piggly Wiggly and Grand Union brands with 200 corporate stores.
- Supplies over 7,500 independents from 60 nationwide distribution centers.
- Offers comprehensive services including procurement, merchandising, and accounting.
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Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Company Match
Paid Vacation
Employee Health & Wellness program
Company News
C&S Wholesale Grocers signs supply agreement with Sedano's Supermarkets. C&S Wholesale Grocers signed a new supply agreement with Sedano's Supermarkets, becoming the primary supplier for the 32-store chain, the Keene, New Hampshire-based wholesaler announced Feb. 2. The agreement provides distribution, transportation, procurement, merchandising and retail services for all Sedano's Supermarkets locations. C&S will supply an expansive assortment and mix to the grocer, which has served the Hispanic community for more than six decades. "We're excited for our partnership with Sedano's Supermarkets - a grocer that has been at the heart of the Hispanic community for more than six decades," said C&S CEO Eric Winn. "The Southeast continues to be an important driver for our long-term growth, and this is another critical partnership that broadens our impact across the region." Sedano's Supermarkets CEO Agustin Herran said the partnership will support the chain's customer-focused mission. "Our stores provide an unparalleled assortment for our shoppers, and we look forward to C&S's partnership in helping us deliver a quality shopping experience to our valued customers for many years to come," Herran said. Southeast expansion strategy. The announcement follows a series of strategic investments in the Southeast. Last year, C&S, as part of a consortium of private investors, acquired The Winn-Dixie Company from Aldi U.S. as part of its commitment to the overall Southeast network. C&S also announced an agreement to acquire the Lumberton distribution center from SpartanNash, then announced and closed on its acquisition of the entire SpartanNash Company. The wholesaler also announced a partnership with Atlantic Grocery Supply to provide wholesale supply solutions to retailers in the Caribbean, Central and South America and partner on sales to Florida-based independent retail customers. "As C&S transforms and expands in the Southeast, our team members are our competitive edge," Winn added. "This is an exciting opportunity to continue driving our legacy of braggingly happy customers in the region as our industry evolves." Established in 1918, the C&S family of companies - including Grocers Supply, Hansen Distribution Group, FreshKo Produce Services, The Davidson Specialty Food Group and SpartanNash - delivers supply chain solutions, products and services to chain, independent and military customers from 60 distribution centers nationwide. C&S operates more than 200 corporate-run grocery stores primarily under the banners D&W Fresh Market, Grand Union, Family Fare, Martin's Super Markets and Piggly Wiggly.
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