Sr Analyst - U.S. FP&A

The Wendy's Company•Dublin, OH

13d•$77,000 - $131,000•Onsite

About The Position

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 U.S. Busines Unit. The Senior Analyst will report to the Manager – US & Global Real Estate & Development FP&A and will be a part of the U.S. Finance team, while also working closley with the broader family of FP&A teams at Wendy’s. This position will have an active role directly supporting U.S. P&L management through reporting on the monthly close, supporting monthly segment reviews, assisting with the budgeting and forecasting processes inluding the Annual Operating Plan, periodic forecast updates, and Long-Range Planning. This position will track and analyze all areas of the U.S. P&L including General & Administrative expenses, perfrom analysis on various ad hoc initiatives, and identify and help drive improved process efficiencies.

Requirements

Education: Bachelors Degree required; preference for Finance, Accounting, or Economics.
2 to 4 years’ experience in financial analysis position with large organization is required.
Solid working knowledge of GAAP, and strong skills/experience in financial analysis, budgeting & forecasting techniques.
Experience with computer modeling, management reporting systems and computer applications.
Ability to create and manage databases and Excel based financial models.
Good organizational and communication skills, including strong influencing and problem solving skills.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to interpret results, understand implications, solve problems, and communicate and influence business partners all while staying organized.

Nice To Haves

Multi-unit restaurant and/or retail environment a plus.

Responsibilities

Prepare and compile monthly detailed financial results and analysis for presentation to U.S. Leadership Team. This will include variance explanations versus forecast, prior year, and the annual operating plan.
Support preparation and analysis of Annual Operating Plan.
Plays key role in the forecast process for the U.S. business unit including headcount reporting and analysis of General & Administrative spend / forecast across multiple functional partners.
Prepare ad-hoc analysis which support key business decisions.
Support quarterly financial reporting, audit, and investor relations processes.