Sr Analyst - Financial Planning & Analysis

About the role

When our square shaped burgers made their first sizzle on the scene more than 50 years ago, people knew our approach wasn’t like any other. Same goes for the way we support our employees. Our culture of openness, flexibility, and inclusiveness allows everybody to flourish in their own way. If you’re looking for a career where you can be part of the action as we continue to grow our iconic brand – We got you! This position supports either the Office of the CFO or individual Business Units and will have an active role in: reporting on the monthly close, supporting the quarterly earnings review, assisting with the budgeting and forecasting processes along with other key ad‑hoc analyses. The position will also track and analyze General & Administrative expenses, capital spending, free cash flow, earnings per share and perform analysis on various ad hoc corporate initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and compile monthly detailed financial results and analysis for presentation to Senior Leadership. This will include variance explanations versus forecast, prior year, and the annual operating plan.
• Support preparation and analysis of Annual Operating Plan.
• Support Quarterly SEC and Board reporting requirements in partnership with Financial Reporting and Investor Relations.
• Plays a key role in the monthly forecast process, with a focus on analyzing and reporting on results including General & Administrative, Earnings per Share, Capital Expenditures and Free Cash Flow.
• Prepare ad‑hoc analysis which support key business decisions.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree (major in Finance or Accounting)
• Experience: 2 to 4 years in a financial analysis role with a large organization; multi‑unit restaurant and/or retail experience a plus

Qualifications

Solid knowledge of Accounting principles and financial analysis, budgeting & forecasting techniques.

Skills

• Experience with computer modeling, management reporting systems and computer applications
• Ability to create and manage databases and Excel‑based financial models
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to interpret results, understand implications and communicate to business users

Benefits

• Parental leave
• Free EAP sessions
• Company 401k match
• Other great offerings

For more details about our benefits, including an overview of eligibility and terms for certain benefits, please visit our benefits website: www.w