Financial Analyst, FP&A (Franchise Division)

Sonesta Hotels•Newton, MA

2d•$80,000 - $90,000

About The Position

We’re Sonesta International Hotels. The 8th largest hotel company in the U.S.—and growing fast. An epic blend of full-service and focused hotels in major cities, Sonesta’s uniquely diverse portfolio of owned, managed, and franchised properties makes us everywhere you want to be. Driven by the human side of hospitality, we deliver service with passion, loyalty with purpose, and experiences that truly connect. Together We Thrive—bringing quality, value, and amazing hospitality to every guest, every stay, across 1000+ properties in eight countries and counting. Job Description Summary The Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Analyst will play a key role in supporting the continued growth of the Franchise Hotel Division through financial planning, forecasting, reporting, and ad-hoc analysis. This role will analyze financial performance, monitor key business drivers, and translate data into meaningful insights to support strategic planning and operational decision-making. This position offers an exciting opportunity to drive innovation and contribute to a growing division of the company!

Requirements

3+ years of accounting or financial analysis experience
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance required; CPA is a plus
Strong financial/cost analysis and budgeting/forecasting skills
Outstanding knowledge of US GAAP
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
Exceptional interpersonal skills
Detail-oriented with attention to quality/accuracy
Excellent data visualization skills
Well-developed oral and written communication proficiency
Must be able to apply critical thinking skills to the simultaneous management of multiple tasks and juggling of priorities
Willingness to take full responsibility for tasks and projects

Responsibilities

Own and support the development of the annual budget and monthly forecasts for franchise fee revenue and operating expenses.
Analyze actual results versus forecast and budget, identify key variance drivers, and deliver clear, actionable insights to business leaders.
Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to review performance, collect updated business insights and refine forecasts to reflect current trends and expectations.
Enhance and maintain financial models to track and forecast franchise revenue streams, incorporating data from a newly implemented contract management system.
Build and maintain dashboards to report key performance indicators and business trends.
Assist Accounting, Accounts Payable, and business leaders with invoice management and identifying necessary journal entries during the month-end close process.
Provide ongoing analytical support to provide insights into areas of risk and opportunity and influence business strategies.
Identify and implement opportunities to improve and automate financial reporting and forecasting processes.
Develop and maintain strong relationships with business leaders and cross-functional teams.