Manager of Financial Planning and Analysis

Fooda; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

401(k) retirement plan

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

Daily subsidized lunch program

Discounted meals from local restaurants

Job summary

Fooda is looking for a Manager of FP&A in Chicago to oversee the financial planning and analysis function. This role involves building financial models, conducting variance analysis, and partnering with functional leaders to deliver business insights. The position requires 5–8+ years of FP&A experience with a focus on financial modeling. Fooda offers competitive salary, stock options, and unique perks including a daily subsidized lunch program and health insurance.

Qualifications

• 5–8+ years of experience in FP&A or corporate finance.
• Strong background in a high-growth and fast-paced environment.
• Advanced financial modeling skills and high proficiency in Excel.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain financial models, budgets, and forecasts.
• Own variance analysis and prepare executive-level materials.
• Manage cash flow forecasting and liquidity tracking.

Skills

FP&A expertise

Financial modeling

Communication skills

Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or related field

MBA or CPA

Tools

Financial planning tools

BI tools

Job description

Who We Are

Our story began in 2011 when a group of office workers at a major logistics company in Chicago had a lunch problem. Nearby options were limited, and the team was spending too much time and money traveling to their favorite restaurants. They had an idea: bring Chicago’s local restaurant culture inside the office to sell food. It was an immediate hit. When they discovered people from other companies sneaking into their office, they knew they were on to something.

Fooda pioneered the concept of rotating popup restaurants inside offices. Today, we operate in 45 cities with over 100 million meals served and continue to grow rapidly. Powered by technology and a network of 1500+ restaurants, we feed hungry people at work through a platform of unique food programs located within companies, office buildings, hospitals, schools, distribution centers, and more. At Fooda, we believe a workplace food program should be something employees love and look forward to every day.

Who We Are Looking For

Fooda is seeking a Manager of FP&A to be the primary owner of the company’s financial planning and analysis function. This is a hands‑on role for someone who thrives on owning the work directly, with a clear path to grow as the team expands around you.

Fooda is entering its next phase of growth, requiring more sophisticated financial planning, enhanced visibility into unit economics, and stronger capital management. This role will build on a solid financial foundation to scale FP&A capabilities, introduce greater rigor, and strengthen financial control across the business.

The role will be based in Chicago and is expected to be in office 3 days per week.

What You Will Be Doing

Financial Planning and Analysis

• Responsible for building and maintaining financial models: budgets, forecasts, reforecasts, and long‑range plans.
• Own variance analysis end‑to‑end, including data, drivers, narrative, and presentation to leadership.
• Develop and maintain KPI dashboards and monthly reporting packages.
• Build scenario and sensitivity models to support business decisions and capital planning.

Strategic Finance and Business Partnership

• Serve as the primary analytical partner to functional leaders, translating financials into business insights.
• Prepare executive and board‑level materials, including analysis and supporting commentary.
• Partner with Accounting to ensure accurate and timely close reporting and clean data flows into FP&A outputs.
• Proactively identify trends, risks, and opportunities in the P&L and unit economics.

Infrastructure and Process Ownership

• Own cash flow forecasting and liquidity tracking.
• Responsible for lender compliance reporting and capital management processes.
• Improve FP&A workflows, templates, and reporting infrastructure to support a growing, multi‑market business.
• Evaluate and implement FP&A tools or BI enhancements that improve visibility and reduce manual work.

What You Should Already Have

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field (MBA or CPA a plus).
• 5–8+ years of FP&A, corporate finance, investment banking, or related experience, with increasing scope and responsibility.
• Experience in a high‑growth, venture‑backed, or fast‐paced operating environment.
• Background in a multi‑unit or high‑transaction business (e.g., marketplaces, logistics, food service, retail) preferred.
• Advanced financial modeling skills and high proficiency in Excel (experience with FP&A or BI tools a plus).
• Familiarity with AI and automation tools as they apply to financial planning, modeling, and reporting workflows.
• Strong understanding of financial statements, with the ability to connect P&L performance to underlying business drivers and unit economics.
• Proven ownership of budgeting, forecasting, and long‑range planning processes.
• Experience working with lender relationships, debt compliance, and/or capital planning.
• Strong communication skills, with experience presenting to senior leadership, board members, or investors.
• Demonstrated ability to operate effectively in a player‑coach capacity.

Why Fooda

At Fooda, we believe in creating an environment where our people can thrive. We are committed to fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and professional growth. Our team members enjoy unique perks, including:

• A unique business model at the intersection of food, logistics, and workplace experience, with strong traction across major U.S. markets.
• High‑impact role with direct exposure to executive leadership and company strategy.
• Opportunity to build and shape the FP&A function at a growing, venture‑backed company.
• Hands‑on involvement in strategic finance, capital planning, and operational decision‑making.
• Equity opportunities.
• A fun, collaborative work environment – plus discounted meals from top local restaurants.

What We’ll Hook You Up With

• Competitive market salary and stock options based on experience.
• Comprehensive health, dental and vision insurance plans.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Paid maternity and parental leave benefits.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Company‑issued laptop.

Daily subsidized lunch program (ours!) and free food and beverages in the office.

A fulfilling, challenging adventure of a work experience.

Must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

The salary range for this role is $150,000–$175,000 plus a bonus and is dependent on a number of factors, included but not limited to work experience, training, location, and skills.