Senior Manager, Segment Finance
Company : Sodexo
Location : San Ramon, CA, 94583
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 4 January 2026
Role Overview
Sodexo seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Senior Manager, Segment Finance to oversee the financial aspects at the San Ramon Conference Center a high-profile client. This position will be on site in San Ramon, California
The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in food or hospitality finance, accounting, and budgeting, with specific expertise in the workplace catering industry. The Senior Manager, Segment Finance will be responsible for ensuring the financial success and compliance of the contract, managing budgets, analyzing financial data, and providing strategic financial guidance. The position requires interaction with a variety of senior stakeholders and client leadership, so exceptional communication skills are required.
What You'll Do
- Providing company leaders with insights for decision-making purposes
- Assist the team with forecast, budget, and monthly accounting processes.
- Lead individual work-streams to identify improvements and implement solutions to the current processes
- Act as a consultant on various projects to support the requests from Management
- Ad-hoc projects related to data consolidation, data analysis, and variance analysis as assigned
- Work with stakeholders from various functions to ensure the data accuracy and alignment
- Work in the areas of vendor management, client invoicing, vendor invoice payment, monthly financial close, forecast, and budget processes
- Drive escalations as needed to leadership
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
- Excellent organizational and communication skills; able to manage multiple priorities to meet deadlines
- Strong technical skills (Office 365, Smartsheet, Relational databases, etc.) and ability to think outside the box
- High proficiency in Microsoft Excel
- Strong ability to prioritize and perform under pressure (due to tight deadlines)
- Able to work efficiently in an independent environment
- Flexible, pragmatic, and able to deal with high complexity with very strong attention to detail
- Previous experience working in a fast-paced corporate environment
- PowerBI experience
- SAP knowledge
Who We Are
At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide.
Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you’re happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. 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. If you need assistance with the application process, please complete this form.
Qualifications & Requirements
Minimum Education Requirement - Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experienceMinimum Management Experience - 5 yearsMinimum Functional Experience - 3 years
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Frequently asked questions
In this position, providing strategic financial insights to company leaders is key. The role demands translating complex financial data into actionable guidance, impacting budgeting, forecasting, and compliance. This leadership-driven approach ensures optimized financial performance tailored to the segment and client needs.
Expertise in food or workplace catering finance combined with strong technical prowess in tools like PowerBI and SAP sets candidates apart. Exceptional communication and multitasking capabilities are vital due to the fast-paced environment and stakeholder diversity.
Professionals often progress towards senior leadership roles such as Director of Finance or VP of Financial Operations. Experience in managing complex budgets and strategic financial planning in hospitality sectors enhances prospects for executive positions.
San Ramon’s growing corporate and tech presence intensifies demand for senior finance roles, but competition remains high due to the area's affluent talent pool. Candidates with hospitality finance expertise and strong analytical skills gain an edge.
San Ramon's suburban setting generally offers manageable commutes via car or public transit, though peak hours can be busy. On-site roles foster collaboration but may require flexibility to meet tight financial deadlines, impacting work-life balance.
Sodexo emphasizes diversity and inclusion, expecting managers to foster respectful environments and collaborate across functions. Beyond financial acumen, adaptability and proactive communication with client leadership are highly valued.
Yes, Sodexo supports growth through career advancement programs and tuition reimbursement. This encourages continuous learning and skill enhancement, especially valuable for managing evolving financial challenges in hospitality sectors.
Senior managers in finance at this level in San Ramon generally earn between $120,000 and $150,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications. Compensation reflects the specialized expertise required within the hospitality finance industry.
Sodexo’s ethos of improving quality of life shapes this role, encouraging managers to integrate financial leadership with client-focused service. The culture promotes fairness, inclusivity, and innovation, enhancing both employee satisfaction and operational success.
Balancing tight deadlines with complex financial reporting demands agility. Managing escalations, ensuring data accuracy across departments, and leading process improvements are common hurdles requiring meticulous attention and stakeholder coordination.