Associate Manager, Finance - International

Yum China Holdings; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 93,800 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Onsite childcare

401(k) with 6% matching

Medical & dental benefits

Discounts and free food

Job summary

Taco Bell in the United States is seeking an Associate Manager Finance responsible for leading international planning, forecasting, and reporting, turning data into actionable insights for finance leadership and partners across the business.

You will develop KPI dashboards, coordinate monthly reviews, and drive efficient financial processes with cross-functional teams, including Sales, Strategy, and Development, while supporting the parent Yum! Brands.

Qualifications

• BS/BA degree; MBA a plus.
• At least 5 years relevant work experience (Corporate Finance, Consulting).
• Strong analytical and financial modeling skills; ability to interpret data for leaders.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and forecasting for International, and provide completed templates and schedules for quarterly submissions.
• Partner with key teams (Finance, Development, Strategy) on sales planning, new unit development, incremental investment asks, and G&A management.
• Lead monthly reporting calls with business units, evaluating risks & opportunities against FY plan, identifying actions, and assessing overall impact to profit.
• Conduct and provide insightful analysis on period results versus forecast & year-over-year variances, recommending actions and re-allocation of funds as appropriate.
• Build & maintain KPI dashboard, and track metrics against FY targets.
• Work with Yum! accounting department to identify causes of changes and reconcile any accounting issues.
• Establish financial processes to streamline forecasting, reporting, and robust analysis.
• Conduct ad-hoc analyses that provide impact, perspective, and recommendations from a financial POV.

Skills

Financial analysis

Financial modeling

Communication/presentation

Cross-functional partnering

Problem solving

Education

BS/BA

MBA a plus

Tools

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

About the Job

We are looking for an Associate Manager with high accountability, strong analytical skills, great communication style, a partnership mentality, and comfort turning facts into recommendations. Reporting to the Sr. Manager, Finance, responsibilities include leading International’s period, quarterly, and annual operating planning and reporting activities. This individual will develop financial insights and update finance leadership, cross‑functional partners, and parent company Yum on financial performance to guide business decisions.

Day‑to‑Day Responsibilities

• Lead planning and forecasting for International, and provide completed templates and schedules for quarterly submissions
• Partner with key teams (Finance, Development, Strategy) on sales planning, new unit development, incremental investment asks, and G&A management
• Lead monthly reporting calls with business units, evaluating risks & opportunities against FY plan, identifying actions, and assessing overall impact to profit
• Conduct and provide insightful analysis on period results versus forecast & year‑over‑year variances, recommending actions and re‑allocation of funds as appropriate
• Build & maintain KPI dashboard, and track metrics against FY targets
• Work with Yum! accounting department to identify causes of changes and reconcile any accounting issues
• Establish financial processes to streamline forecasting, reporting, and robust analysis
• Conduct ad‑hoc analyses that provide impact, perspective, and recommendations from a financial POV

Qualifications

• BS/BA, MBA a plus
• At least 5 years relevant work experience (Corporate Finance, Consulting), QSR / retail / multi‑unit franchise industry experience a plus
• Strong analytical and financial modeling skills, with ability to succinctly interpret data for leaders and business partners
• High internal motivation, intellectual curiosity, and willingness to “do what it takes” to get the job done
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication/presentation skills, able to partner well with other team members and interface effectively with all levels of management
• Ownership mindset on work product – proactively go deeper on a problem vs. doing exactly what was assigned
• Proficient with PowerPoint and Excel

Benefits

• Hybrid work schedule and year‑round flex day Friday
• Onsite childcare, dining center, game room, dry cleaning, laundry services, car wash, gym with fitness classes, personal trainer sessions
• Up to 4 weeks of vacation per year plus holidays and time off for volunteering
• Tuition reimbursement and education benefits
• Generous parental leave for all new parents and adoption assistance program
• 401(k) with a 6% matching contribution from Yum! Brands with immediate vesting
• Comprehensive medical & dental including prescription drug benefits and 100% preventive care
• Discounts, free food, swag, and other benefits

Salary Range

$93,800 - $130,000 annually + bonus eligibility + benefits. The above represents the expected salary range for this job requisition. Ultimately, in determining your pay, we’ll consider your location, experience, and other job‑related factors.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Taco Bell is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to equity, inclusion, and belonging for all dimensions of diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, age, or any other protected characteristic. Taco Bell is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities or special needs. Employment eligibility to work with Taco Bell in the U.S. is required as the company will not pursue visa sponsorship for this position.