Senior Finance Data Analyst: AI, Forecasting & BI

Panda Restaurant Group Inc; Rosemead (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid Work schedule

401K with company match

Yearly bonus opportunity

Full medical, dental, and vision insur

On-site fitness center

Discounts at Panda restaurants

Paid time off starting at 15 days with

7 federal holidays

Continuous education assistance and

income protection including Disability

Bereavement leave

Job summary

Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. in Rosemead, CA is seeking a Senior Data Analyst to partner with Corporate Finance, Strategy, and Operations Finance.

You will apply advanced analytics, predictive modeling, AI, and Power BI to transform complex data into actionable insights and support budgeting, forecasting, and scenario planning. You will work with cross-functional teams to build scalable reporting solutions and lead analytics initiatives across the Analytics COE.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Statistics or related business field required; Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum five years of experience in data analysis, analytics, statistics, data science or related field, with three years of experience on large, complex data sets.
• Obtaining a valid Food Handler's Card within 30 days of employment is a requirement of this position.

Responsibilities

• Contributes to development of advanced analytics solutions using Alteryx, machine learning, AI, regression modeling, and predictive forecasting to support decision-making.
• Develops, enhances, and maintains AOP, forecasting, scenario planning, and long-range financial models.
• Develops scalable reporting and self-service analytics solutions through Power BI, including data model design, data source development, dashboard creation, performance optimization, and visualization best practices.
• Analyzes large and complex datasets to identify trends, risks, opportunities, and key business drivers across the P&L
• Conducts ad hoc analysis, executive reporting, and special projects that support strategic initiatives, operational improvements, and evolving business needs.
• Oversees and supports special projects involving advanced analytics, predictive modeling, process automation, AI applications, business case development, and strategic business initiatives.
• Serves as a subject matter expert for Alteryx and advanced analytics capabilities by partnering with vendors, facilitating training and knowledge-sharing sessions, evaluating new technologies, and ensuring alignment between platform capabilities and business objectives.

Skills

Advanced analytics

Predictive modeling

Data storytelling

Statistical analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Statistics or related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Alteryx

Power BI

Job description

Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. in Rosemead, CA is seeking a Senior Data Analyst to partner with Corporate Finance, Strategy, and Operations Finance.

You will apply advanced analytics, predictive modeling, AI, and Power BI to transform complex data into actionable insights and support budgeting, forecasting, and scenario planning. You will work with cross-functional teams to build scalable reporting solutions and lead analytics initiatives across the Analytics COE.