Financial Analyst

Position Summary

Provides financial analysis and support to assigned business functions. Tracks KPIs specific to assigned areas of responsibility. Performs ad hoc analysis to elevate business performance.

Essential Functions

May perform any or all of the following duties:

• Supports assigned business functions to accurately report Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) on a weekly, periodic, quarterly, and annual basis
• Itemizes variances to forecast, budget, and prior year utilizing “waterfall” or “bridge” methodology
• Assists in the quarterly forecast and annual planning processes
• Conducts thorough research and analysis of variances to ensure data accuracy
• Establishes project timelines and follows up with other departments to ensure deadlines are met
• Assists with ad hoc analysis to support strategic initiatives, including presentations for the Leadership Team, Board of Directors, Franchise Advisory Boards, brand conventions, and/or individual departments
• Develops, refines, and maintains analytical tools and complex financial models
  
  

Position Qualifications/Core Competencies

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Management, or related field
• 1-3 years of experience in Financial Analysis or a similar role
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to influence senior leadership through actionable recommendations
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel and PowerPoint
• Ability to adapt quickly to technology changes
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Prior experience with databases and Business Intelligence tools preferred
• General knowledge of the restaurant business model preferred
  
  

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Corporate Office environment, fast-paced, high volume of activity
  
  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Sitting for extended periods of time, using the telephone, typing, and/or operating a computer and/or mouse
• Limited travel as needed
  
  

THE COMPANY RETAINS THE RIGHT TO CHANGE OR ASSIGN OTHER DUTIES TO THIS POSITION AS DEEMED APPROPRIATE WITH OR WITHOUT NOTICE.

Interested in what a Career at CKE has to offer?

CKE Restaurants, Inc., the parent company to Carl's Jr. and Hardee's, proudly serves happiness worldwide from our global headquarters in Franklin, TN.

At our headquarters, we embrace a hybrid work schedule that balances flexibility and collaboration. Work where you choose on Mondays and Fridays, and join us in the office Tuesday through Thursday for in-person teamwork and connection. It’s just one of the many benefits of being part of our team!

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A hybrid work environment for balance and flexibility

10 paid holidays + a floating holiday

A paid volunteer day to spread happiness in your community

5 wellness days to recharge and thrive

Parental leave for life’s most joyful moments

24/7 access to a learning platform with 8,000+ modules to fuel the growth of your self-motivated desires

Twice monthly onsite massages

An onsite fitness gym

Weekly pay, because happiness is better when funded more frequently

Here, it’s all about feeding happiness, for you and the world around you!