General Accountant

Whataburger Restaurants; San Antonio (TX); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

Bonus Program up to 2.5x

5 weeks PTO

Flex Weeks

Paid Corporate Holidays

Paid Parental Leave

401(k) match

Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits

Disability Benefits

Career Development and Growth

Scholarship Program

Job summary

Whataburger Restaurants in San Antonio seeks an Accounting Data Analyst to transform financial and operational data into insights for better business decisions. You’ll use SQL, analytics, and reporting tools to identify trends, investigate issues, and drive financial performance across delivery and franchise businesses.

This role supports period-end close, ensures data accuracy, and translates activity into meaningful financial insights for leaders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Analytics, Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 2+ years of financial analysis, accounting or related experience.
• Advanced Excel skills, including XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP, Pivot tables, and data validation.
• Intermediate experience developing SQL queries to extract, join, and analyze data, including aggregate functions and subqueries.
• Ability to research and analyze discrepancies by querying underlying transactional data.
• Experience with variance, trend, and performance analysis.
• Proficiency in financial reporting and data tools.
• Understanding of journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Clear written and verbal communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop SQL queries to analyze financial and operational data
• Identify trends, risks, and opportunities through data analysis
• Conduct ad hoc analysis to diagnose issues and support resolution
• Prepare financial analysis and materials for leadership review
• Support accounting processes, including reconciliations and journal entries
• Partner with cross-functional teams to support business initiatives
• Support timely and accurate period-and year-end close processes
• Maintain accurate, consistent financial data and reporting
• Improve reporting efficiency and data quality

Skills

Advanced Excel

SQL queries

Data analysis

Variance analysis

Journal entries

Financial reporting

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Analytics, Accounting, Finance, or a related field

Tools

Snowflake

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

Welcome to Whataburger Careers! Our Flavor — Why Whataburger Whataburger isn’t just a fast-food burger chain it is where bold leadership starts — and where potential doesn’t just grow, it heats up. Whether you’re leading the line or working behind the scenes, this is the place where opportunities stack up, and every day gives you a chance to Make a Difference. Since 1950, we’ve invested in people who lead with integrity, Serve with Heart, and bring their best flavor to the team. We believe in working together, speaking up, having a little fun, and Winning as One — because great burgers (and great teams) start with the right ingredients. If you’re ready — to learn, grow, impact, and Move Forward Boldly — we’ve got your back and your path cooked to perfection. Your Recipe for Impact — What You’ll Do

What You’ll Do

As an Accounting Data Analyst, you’ll transform financial and operational data into insights that help leaders make better business decisions. Supporting Whataburger's growing third-party delivery and franchise businesses, you'll use SQL, analytics, and reporting tools to identify trends, investigate issues, improve processes, and drive financial performance. Your understanding of accounting principles and financial processes will help ensure data accuracy, support period-end close activities, and translate complex business activity into meaningful financial insights that leaders can trust.

Day‑to‑Day Ingredients — Responsibilities

• Develop SQL queries to analyze financial and operational data
• Identify trends, risks, and opportunities through data analysis
• Conduct ad hoc analysis to diagnose issues and support resolution
• Prepare financial analysis and materials for leadership review
• Support accounting processes, including reconciliations and journal entries
• Partner with cross‑functional teams to support business initiatives
• Support timely and accurate period‑and year‑end close processes
• Maintain accurate, consistent financial data and reporting
• Improve reporting efficiency and data quality

The Sauce — Pay & Perks

• Competitive Weekly Pay
• Bonus Program that scales up to 2.5X payout potential based on company results
• 5 weeks PTO
• Flex Weeks
• Paid Corporate Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave*
• 401(k) match $1/$1 up to 4%
• Competitive Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits*
• Short‑term and Long‑term Disability Benefits*
• Opportunities for Career Development and Growth
• Whataburger Family Foundation - Scholarship Program (dependents eligible) and Hardship Grant Assistance
• Discounted Meals for You and a Guest
• Wireless Service Discounts
• Computer & Software Discounts
• Fitness / Gym Discounts
• Awards and recognition for all you do
• Retirement Celebration Program

What You Bring to the Table — Required Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Analytics, Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 2+ years of financial analysis, accounting or related experience
• Advanced Excel skills, including XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP, Pivot tables, and data validation
• Intermediate experience developing SQL queries to extract, join, and analyze data, including aggregate functions and subqueries
• Ability to research and analyze discrepancies by querying underlying transactional data
• Experience with variance, trend, and performance analysis
• Proficiency in financial reporting and data tools
• Understanding of journal entries and account reconciliations
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Clear written and verbal communication abilities

Extra Toppings — Desired Experience

• Experience supporting third‑party delivery or multi‑unit operations
• Experience using analytics and reporting tools such as Snowflake, Power BI, Tableau, or similar platforms
• Exposure to reporting or process automation
• Experience partnering cross‑functionally outside of Finance
• Familiarity with continuous process improvement initiatives

Where & How You’ll Work

This role is based at the San Antonio Home Office, working on‑site Monday through Thursday with remote flexibility on Fridays. In this role, you’ll have strong collaboration with leadership, across cross‑functional teams, and with external partners to align capabilities with restaurant realities. The work environment is fast‑paced and requires sound judgment, strategic thinking, and strong collaboration skills. Full‑time availability is required, with occasional extended hours based on business needs, along with occasional travel to properties, project sites, and external meetings. Candidates must reside within commuting distance of the San Antonio Home Office.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Whataburger is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, veteran status, age, or other condition or status protected by law. Whataburger participates in the federal E‑Verify Program. For more information go to www.dhs.gov/E‑Verify. E‑Verify is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.

*Eligibility rules may apply

300 Concord Plaza Dr San Antonio TX 78216-6903

People make the difference at Whataburger. We take pride in our work, take care of each other and love serving our customers. Join our family and we’ll work hard to instill values and skills that will serve you well no matter where your journey leads.