Financial Analyst & Sales Support Specialist

Taher•Minnetonka, MN

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Taher, Inc. is seeking an experienced, analytical, and detail-oriented Financial Analyst & Sales Support Specialist to support strategic growth initiatives through financial modeling, competitive pricing, profitability analysis, and business development analytics. The position evaluates new business opportunities, develops pricing models, supports RFP submissions, and provides financial information for executive decision-making. The successful candidate will work with Finance, Sales, Operations, and executive leadership to turn financial and operational data into recommendations that support sustainable, profitable growth. The role involves developing and maintaining financial models for proposals, contract renewals, and expansion opportunities; analyzing revenue and cost assumptions; preparing budgets, forecasts, profitability assessments, and projections; supporting RFP pricing and documentation; researching clients and markets; and developing financial dashboards, reports, and presentations. The position also improves modeling templates and reporting processes and supports sales presentations, trade shows, and other business development initiatives as needed. The position is full-time and on-site in Minnetonka, Minnesota.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
Eight or more years of relevant experience in financial analysis, FP&A, pricing, budgeting, or related financial functions.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including complex formulas, financial modeling, pivot tables, and data analysis.
Demonstrated ability to develop budgets, financial forecasts, pricing models, and profitability analyses.
Strong understanding of financial statements, operating costs, and business performance metrics.
Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain financial information to nonfinancial audiences.
Exceptional attention to detail, accuracy, and confidentiality.
Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work independently.
Demonstrated initiative, accountability, sound judgment, and commitment to producing high-quality work.

Nice To Haves

Experience in food service management, hospitality, K–12 education, or institutional dining.
Experience developing pricing for competitive bids, RFPs, and service contracts.
Experience analyzing food, labor, and multi-location operating costs.
Familiarity with school nutrition programs, public procurement, and food service contract structures.
Experience with Power BI, financial reporting systems, or business intelligence tools.
Experience preparing financial analyses and recommendations for executive leadership.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain financial models for new business proposals, contract renewals, and expansion opportunities.
Analyze food, labor, benefits, operating expenses, overhead, and revenue assumptions to develop competitive, financially responsible pricing.
Prepare operating budgets, forecasts, profitability assessments, and financial projections.
Evaluate pricing scenarios and contract structures to identify financial risks and opportunities.
Analyze historical financial performance, operating trends, and cost drivers.
Partner with Finance and Operations to validate assumptions and ensure accurate financial projections.
Identify opportunities to improve margins, operational efficiency, and financial performance.
Review RFPs for financial requirements, pricing structures, contract terms, and submission deadlines.
Develop pricing schedules, financial exhibits, cost summaries, and supporting documentation.
Collaborate with proposal teams to ensure financial information is accurate, complete, and submitted on time.
Evaluate staffing models, meal volumes, operating requirements, and service expectations to develop cost projections.
Assist with financial presentations and responses to prospective client questions.
Support pricing negotiations and contract evaluations through financial analysis.
Research prospective clients, market conditions, competitors, and business opportunities.
Analyze school district enrollment, meal participation, public financial information, and other relevant operational data.
Prepare financial opportunity assessments and recommendations for business development initiatives.
Maintain accurate financial data, research records, and analytical resources.
Support strategic planning with data-driven recommendations and market analysis.
Develop financial dashboards, analytical reports, and executive presentations.
Create and improve standardized financial modeling templates, pricing tools, and reporting processes.
Ensure accuracy, consistency, and documentation of financial assumptions and calculations.
Identify opportunities to streamline financial reporting and improve efficiency through technology and automation.
Support sales presentations, trade shows, and related business development initiatives as needed.