Strategic Finance Analyst

Spark Car Wash•Summit, NJ

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Spark Car Wash is disrupting what people think they know about washing cars. Coming off a recently closed Series C, Spark has the capital, leadership, and momentum to scale aggressively. We are seeking a highly motivated Strategic Finance Analyst to join our growing team, based in Summit, NJ. As a Strategic Finance Analyst, you will be integral in supporting ongoing financial reporting & analysis, securing financing and working on strategic initiatives. The role will report to the Strategic Finance Associate and collaborate closely with various departments, including Operations, Real Estate, HR and Marketing. You’ll work directly with experienced leaders from AEA Investors, Bain & Company, Lidl, Wawa, L’Oreal, and CVS, gaining full exposure to what it takes to scale a high-growth, multi-unit retail business. This is a unique opportunity to play a vital role in key finance initiatives and help scale finance capabilities that drive strategic decision-making across the business.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree
0-2 years of experience in FP&A, investment banking, corporate finance, or a related field
Strong financial modeling and analysis skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience in preparing presentations for senior leadership or board members
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities simultaneously
Strong attention to detail, organization, and problem-solving skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint

Nice To Haves

Experience with multi-unit reporting is a plus

Responsibilities

Assist in the preparation of monthly financial reporting, including MD&A and variance analyses to ensure high-quality and accurate reporting to stakeholders
Support annual budgeting process by partnering cross-functionally with department leaders to develop, consolidate, and analyze budgets to drive companywide goals and strategic decision making
Develop, maintain, and improve financial models related to store performance, budget, capital expenditures, liquidity, and other key areas of the business
Support financing initiatives for car wash locations, including preparing deal packages, reviewing lender due diligence questions, and driving financing processes.
Work closely with leaders across the organization on various strategic initiatives, including evaluating M&A opportunities and providing Board updates.
Collaborate with various teams, including Real Estate, Operations, and Marketing to gather relevant information necessary for the ongoing monitoring and optimization of the business
Research and analyze industry peers to identify trends, benchmark performance, and uncover strategic opportunities for growth and efficiency of the business
Conduct ad-hoc data analysis to support strategic decision-making