Overview

The Financial Analyst is responsible for the examination of financial information in order to make sound recommendations to SVPs, Regional Directors and Restaurant Management teams on how to achieve higher restaurant profitability.

Responsibilities

Duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Under the direction of the Manger of Operations Analysis this role will partner with operational leadership to develop best practices that will drive higher restaurant profitability
Assist restaurant managers in the development, implementation and monitoring of plans that improve restaurant earnings. This includes using a wide variety of technology and tools to prepare reports and provide detailed analysis
Favorably impact restaurant performance by being a strategic business partner with SVP, Regional Directors and Restaurant Management teams
Participate in Regional, General Manager and Culinary Manager Meetings providing analysis that recognizes both successes and opportunities. Highlight emerging trends and their impact so action is prioritized appropriately
Conduct a variety of complex analyses and resolution of cost issues based on current industry standards
Participate in the development and maintenance of performance metrics, measurements, methods and targets, and assist in identifying performance improvement opportunities
Provide ongoing management consulting on the use and interpretation of analyses, reports, methodologies, systems and source data, acting as a significant information resource
Proactively identify discrepancies in data, determine cause and communicate questions / adjustments to appropriate departments
Initiate follow-up and planning phone meetings with Senior Restaurant Management and General Managers to analyze prior week's / prior month’s performance and discuss expectations for the next period
Plan scheduled restaurant visits with emphasis on proactively identifying opportunities and developing plans for improvement
Assist Manager of Operations and SVP in creating Budgets and Business Plan targets, G&A budgets and New Restaurant Pre-Opening budgets
Work with Training, Information Technology, SVP and Restaurant Management to successfully implement new technology initiatives to be rolled out to the restaurants
Provide reports, analysis and participate in special projects as requested by the Director of Operations Analysis
Perform select restaurant financial audits. Provide coaching and follow up to ensure all areas meet acceptable compliance standards

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. The Company will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, STEM OPT, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa.)

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

One to two years experience in accounting or financial analysis
Requires ability to be an insightful business advisor to all levels of management, from operations managers to senior field executives and the CFO
Skill and motivation to grow with the company into more challenging opportunities
Excellent written and communications skills with strict attention to detail
Ability to develop and champion corrective ideas based on analysis findings

Highly proficient on all MS Office products, especially Excel and Access
Ability to work quickly and accurately while adhering to tight deadlines
Prefer candidate with restaurant experience
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field

Benefits

What we offer you:

Multiple benefit plans to suit your needs
Paid Time Off
401K
Opportunities for advancement
Positive and respectful work environment where diversity is valued
Generous employee discounts on dining, retail, amusements, and hotels
Community volunteer opportunities

Disclaimer: The above information is intended as a high-level overview of the responsibilities and qualifications for the position and does not represent the full job description which will include all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, and working conditions associated with the job. For more information or to see the full job description, contact the Human Resources department at the location in which you are applying.

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