Sr Analyst - International FP&A

The Wendy's Company; Dublin, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 81,000 - 138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parental leave

Free EAP sessions

401k match

Job summary

The Wendy’s Company in Dublin, OH is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to support the International Business Unit with weekly sales reporting, monthly business reviews for the International Leadership Team, budgeting and forecasting, and ad-hoc analyses to guide strategic decisions.

This role requires strong GAAP knowledge, Excel-based financial modeling, and the ability to summarize complex data for senior executives.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelors Degree in Finance or Accounting required.
• Strong GAAP knowledge and budgeting techniques with analytical methods.
• MBA or CPA with Big 4 experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and compile monthly detailed financial results for Senior Leadership, with variance explanations.
• Lead part of the Annual Operating Plan and quarterly forecast process across regions.
• Maintain restaurant sales records, track FX, and automate reports and analytics.
• Support quarterly financial reporting and audit processes.
• Create ad-hoc analyses to support key business decisions.

Skills

Financial analysis

Budgeting

GAAP knowledge

Excel modeling

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree: Finance or Accounting

MBA or CPA with Big 4 experience

Tools

Excel

Management reporting systems

Job description

What you'll do

When our square shaped burgers made their first sizzle on the scene more than 50 years ago, people knew our approach wasn’t like any other. Same goes for the way we support our employees. Our culture of openness, flexibility, and inclusiveness allows everybody to flourish in their own way. If you’re looking for a career where you can be part of the action as we continue to grow our iconic brand – We got you!

This position supports the International Business Unit and will have an active role in: reporting on weekly sales performance, preparing the monthly business review for the International Leadership Team, assisting with the budgeting and forecasting processes along with other key ad-hoc analyses. The position will also track and analyze General & Administrative expenses and perform analysis on various ad hoc international initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and compile monthly detailed financial results and analysis for presentation to Senior Leadership. This will include variance explanations versus forecast, prior year, and the annual operating plan.
• Plays a key role in the Annual Operating Plan and leading the quarterly forecast process, consolidating inputs from all regions.
• Maintain detailed records of restaurant sales and FX and ensure weekly reporting to the business is accurate. Play key role in automation of sales reports and other data & analytics projects.
• Support quarterly financial reporting and audit processes
• Prepare ad-hoc analysis which support key business decisions

Pay Range: $81,000.00 - $138,000.00 Annually

What we expect from you

• Education: Bachelors Degree: Finance or Accounting required
• Solid knowledge and experience in the development and application of financial, analytical and budgetary techniques, including statistical analysis. Strong working knowledge of GAAP, operations, supply chain, and financial analysis.
• MBA or CPA with Big 4 experience preferred
• Experience with computer modeling, management reporting systems and computer applications. Ability to create and manage databases and Excel based financial models.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to interpret results, understand implications and communicate to business users.
• 2 to 4 years experience in financial analysis position with large organization. Multi-unit restaurant and/or retail environment a plus.

Expected Work Location (In Office): It is expected that you will primarily perform work at the Wendy's Restaurant Support Center (RSC) (1 Dave Thomas Blvd, Dublin, OH 43017), or at other location(s) as designated by the Company. You are required to work in the office at least 4 days a week. Changes to work location arrangements are subject to managerial approval and business needs. #LI-Onsite

Wendy’s was built on the premise, "Quality is our Recipe®," which remains the guidepost of the Wendy's system. Today, Wendy's and its franchisees employ hundreds of thousands of people across more than 7,000 restaurants worldwide with a vision of becoming the world's most thriving and beloved restaurant brand.

The base pay range for this position is listed below. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and budget for the open position and also may vary depending on the candidate’s job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, among other relevant factors. This range does not include an estimated value for any benefits, bonus, or other incentives that may be applicable based on position. The target annual bonus for this role is 10% of annualized base salary, based on actual company and personal performance.

Our square burgers make us different and so do our benefits! Our restaurant support roles are eligible for a wide array of benefits, including things such as parental leave, free EAP sessions, company 401k match and other great offerings. For more details about our benefits, including an overview of eligibility and terms for certain benefits, please visit our benefits website, www.wendysbenefits.com.

NOTE: Wendy’s benefits, bonus, and other incentives are governed by the applicable legal plans and policies and, where appropriate, may be subject to Board approval an individual award agreement terms. Those documents supersede all other information regarding Wendy’s benefits, bonus, and other incentives. Wendy’s retains the right to amend or terminate its plans and policies at its sole discretion, in accordance with applicable plans, policies and laws.

Wendy's is an equal employment opportunity employer who may provide reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.