FP&A Manager — Strategic Finance Partner, US & Canada

Restaurant Brands International; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Global paid parental leave

Telemedicine

Mental wellness support

Job summary

Restaurant Brands International Inc. seeks a Manager, FP&A for PLK US&C to lead planning, forecasting, budgeting and performance reporting, turning data into actionable insights for senior leaders.

The role partners with Operations, Marketing, Brand Finance and Corporate Functions, leveraging AI and automation (Python, SQL, Power BI) to improve forecasting, reporting, analysis, and decision support; five‑day in‑office schedule required.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of progressive experience in investment banking, management consulting, Big 4, corporate FP&A, strategic finance, or a related analytical finance role; experience in a consumer, restaurant, retail, or other multi‑unit operating environment is highly desirable.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Economics, Engineering, or another quantitative field; MBA or other advanced degree is a plus.
• Strong financial modeling, forecasting, budgeting, and variance analysis capabilities, with the ability to understand and communicate the key drivers behind business performance.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and other Microsoft Office applications; strong working knowledge of SAP, OneStream, Python, SQL, Power BI, Tableau, or similar analytical and visualization tools is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated ability to leverage AI tools and emerging technologies to improve financial workflows, analysis, reporting, and productivity.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex financial analysis in a clear, concise, and compelling manner to senior executives and non‑financial audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage multiple priorities, deliver high‑quality work under tight deadlines, and effectively navigate ambiguity.
• Strong stakeholder management and collaboration skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships and influence decisions across functions and levels of the organization.
• Proven problem‑solving skills and intellectual curiosity, with a demonstrated ability to investigate issues, identify root causes, develop recommendations, and drive solutions through implementation.
• Demonstrated ownership mindset, attention to detail, and commitment to the accuracy and integrity of financial information.
• Experience mentoring, coaching, or supporting the development of junior team members is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full cycle of financial planning for assigned PLK US&C business areas, including results reporting, annual budgeting, forecasting, and long‑range planning.
• Own the preparation and delivery of monthly and quarterly financial performance reporting for senior management, providing clear variance analysis and actionable insights into actual results versus budget, forecast, and prior‑year performance.
• Serve as a trusted finance business partner to cross‑functional leaders, developing a strong understanding of business drivers and providing financial perspectives that support strategic and operational decision‑making.
• Translate complex financial and operational data into clear, concise narratives and recommendations for senior executives and non‑financial stakeholders.
• Lead deep‑dive analyses and ad hoc projects to address ambiguous business questions, identify performance drivers, and uncover opportunities for improved financial and operational outcomes.
• Identify inefficiencies and opportunities to improve existing FP&A processes, reporting, and analytical tools; develop and implement solutions that improve accuracy, scalability, and efficiency.
• Leverage AI tools, including ChatGPT, Claude, and similar technologies, as well as automation techniques such as Python, SQL, and Power BI, to enhance forecasting, reporting, analysis, and decision support.
• Utilize financial systems, databases, and reporting tools to extract, analyze, and interpret data while maintaining a high standard of financial data quality and integrity.
• Lead or contribute to cross‑functional initiatives and special projects that have meaningful financial or strategic impact on the PLK US&C businesses.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement, analytical rigor, accountability, and data‑driven decision‑making within FP&A.
• Provide guidance and support to more junior team members, sharing technical knowledge, analytical approaches, and best practices.

Skills

Financial modeling

Forecasting

Budgeting

Variance analysis

Excel

Power BI

Python

SQL

Stakeholder management

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Business/Economics

MBA or advanced degree

Tools

SAP

OneStream

Python

SQL

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

Restaurant Brands International Inc. seeks a Manager, FP&A for PLK US&C to lead planning, forecasting, budgeting and performance reporting, turning data into actionable insights for senior leaders.

The role partners with Operations, Marketing, Brand Finance and Corporate Functions, leveraging AI and automation (Python, SQL, Power BI) to improve forecasting, reporting, analysis, and decision support; five‑day in‑office schedule required.