Senior Financial Analyst, Dunkin'

Empower data-driven strategic decision-making by budgeting, forecasting, analyzing, reporting, and communicating financial information into actionable insights for Finance & Operations Leadership. Perform analyses of brand, region, restaurant, and product-level data to drive sales and improve Franchisee profitability. Work cross-functionally with Field Operations, Development, Retail Business Development, Accounting, Finance, Shared Services, and Corporate FP&A. Function as a key business partner for Dunkin’ Field & Operations teams, Finance, and Dunkin’ Franchisees.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for Dunkin P&L management and financial oversight, including the annual budget, in-year forecasts, and long-range plan.
• Perform monthly variance analysis and prepare financial reporting packages that clearly communicate business performance, trends, risks, and opportunities to Senior Finance Leadership and Corporate FP&A.
• Function as the lead financial contact for the Field Operations team and provide regular support and analysis including quarterly RVP meeting materials and other ad-hoc financial support.
• Utilize trends, spend information, business knowledge, and market insights to provide timely updates on available funding for G&A activities and identify opportunities for cost savings.
• Interact and maintain relationships throughout the Dunkin' organization, Shared Services, and Corporate FP&A functions.
• Influence processes and educate cross-functional partners on financial ramifications at all levels.
• Work closely with Accounting to ensure complete and accurate P&L results and possess strong knowledge of P&L and Balance Sheet relationships.
• Independently identify areas for efficiency and process improvement.
• Work as part of a team to deliver best-in-class financial reporting.
• Perform daily ad hoc analyses and other duties as assigned.
• Own the Retail Business Development (RBD) P&L, including month-end close, in-year forecasts, annual budgets, long-range planning, and variance analysis to provide actionable insights and support business performance.
• Partner with RBD leadership to deliver financial reporting, ad hoc analysis, and decision support that enables effective execution of strategic initiatives.
• Analyze financial results and key performance drivers, communicate risks and opportunities, and recommend actions to improve profitability and achieve financial targets.

Requirements

• 4-year degree required with a concentration in Finance, Economics, Business, or related field.
• Minimum of 4+ years of progressive finance experience and relevant work experience in Corporate Finance.
• Experience in Retail or QSR industry preferred, but not required.
• Background in Financial Planning & Analysis is a strong plus.

Skills

• Ability to simplify and interpret complex data to distill key insights and provide business recommendations.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office, specifically Excel (e.g., Pivot tables, LOOKUP functions, Conditional Formatting, Data Validation) and PowerPoint.
• Strong knowledge of ERP systems such as Hyperion Essbase / SmartView and Oracle Cloud Business Intelligence (BI) is a plus.
• Technical knowledge of Financial Statements (P&L, Balance Sheet).
• Strong financial modeling and analytical skills.
• Affinity for process improvement and inclination to challenge the status quo.
• Desire to influence processes and educate cross-functional partners on financial impact.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, written, and presentation communication skills with capacity to build relationships and communicate with diverse individuals at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to effectively manage competing priorities; make decisions under pressure, prioritize important tasks, and stay organized under tight deadlines and a changing environment.
• Positive attitude, team player committed to getting the job done.

Schedule

This position sits within our Boston-based Global Support Center with an expectation to be onsite 4 days per week.

Pay

$74,160 - $123,601 per year. The salary range above represents the low and high end of the salary range for this position. Actual placement within this range will vary based on various factors including but not limited to experience, education, training, and location.