Financial Planning Analyst

Financial Planning Analyst page is loaded## Financial Planning Analystlocations: CA - Costa Mesa - 000 - RSCtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 13 Days Agojob requisition id: JR109970**At California Pizza Kitchen, we bring the biggest and best parts of ourselves to work and to our communities, and are guided by our ROCK philosophy (Respect, Opportunity, Communication, and Kindness). We are committed to moving people forward and encourage everyone to apply their passion at CPK. So go ahead...be bold, be epic, be YOU!****SUMMARY OF POSITION**This is a great opportunity for a talented individual to work at an iconic brand undergoing an excitingtransformation. The Financial Planning & Analysis team plays a critical role in growing the business through strategic analysis, financial and strategic planning, and proactive and comprehensive recommendations to senior management. We’re looking for a curious, detail-oriented Financial Planning & Analyst to join our growing FP&A team. Reporting to the VP of FP&A, you will support the financial planning, reporting, and analysis that drive decisions across our restaurants. This is a hands-on role with real visibility — you will work closely with operations, marketing, and senior finance leadership from day one.**OVERALL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES*** Support monthly and weekly P&L reporting across all locations, including variance analysis vs. budget and prior year.* Maintain and update financial models tracking food cost, labor, and store-level EBITDA performance.* Assist in the annual budgeting process, gathering input from department heads.* Build and refresh dashboards and reports that surface key restaurant KPIs — comp sales, traffic, check average, and menu mix.* Conduct ad hoc analysis to support operations and marketing decisions (e.g., LTO performance, pricing impact, daypart trends).* Partner with Accounting during month-end close to reconcile actuals and ensure accurate reporting.* Prepare clear, concise financial summaries and slide decks for leadership review meetings.**KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES*** Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.* 2-4 years of progressive experience in financial planning & analysis.* Solid Excel skills — pivot tables, VLOOKUP/INDEX-MATCH, basic modeling.* Comfort working with large data sets and translating numbers into insights.* Strong attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy.* Proficient verbal, written and interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate through all levels of the organization.* Restaurant, retail, or multi-unit consumer industry exposure preferred.* Experience with IBM Planning Analytics (TM1) preferred.**PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS*** Frequent exposure to computers.* Noise level and temperature are moderate.* Ability to sit, stand and/or walk for up to 10 hours a day.* Occasionally required to stoop, bend, or kneel, lift up to 25 lbs.* Close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.**WHO IS CALIFORNIA PIZZA KITCHEN**We are passionate individuals committed to inspiring others by bringing California creativity to every meal! Founded in 1985, former federal prosecutors Rick Rosenfield and Larry Flax combined their fervor for food and fresh ingredients to create innovative, hearth-baked pizzas such as The Original BBQ Chicken, California Club and Thai Chicken that are created in a lively open kitchen. The concept gave California a place in the pizza revolution alongside Chicago and New York. CPK has since become the place for taste makers, rule breakers and earth shakers who conquer challenges by daring to work on the edge and thinking creatively.**THE PERKS*** Tremendously passionate, one-of-a-kind company culture.* Opportunities for growth and development. We love promoting from within!* Unique electronic learning platform appropriately titled “The Proof” to engage continuous development.* All the pizza you can eat!* An environment where you can express your unique talents and skills.* Employee driven assistance program called the Kindness Fund which lends a helping hand to our team members encountering life challenges.* Industry competitive compensation package including bonus potential.* Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and more.*NOTE: This job description is not a contract of employment. The job duties and requirements may be changed at any time, with or without notice, at the discretion of the employer to ensure the continued success of the business.*The current salary pay range for this role is: $80,000 - $90,000.Various benefits are available for this position, including 401K, health, dental, vision, and disability insurance through CPK’s designated providers. CPK regularly reviews its benefits offerings and may change benefits and providers from time to time.*California Pizza Kitchen is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant for employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, or any other legally protected classification. Everyone has a seat at our table.*It’s your career, Let it R.O.C.K.S. Since we first opened our doors in 1985, our R.O.C.K.S. philosophy (Respect, Opportunity, Communication, Kindness, Service) has set CPK apart from those both inside and outside our industry. It’s not just a saying we hang on the wall but something we all strive to live and breathe every day. These values allow our employees to be who they (really) are, encourage everyone to apply their passion to their role, and open the door for all to fulfill their potential and exceed their expectations within the organization. RESPECT Respect guides us as a company and as individuals to value our guests, co-workers, community, vendors and environment. We continually seek out the opinions of team members, guests, and communities to learn and enhance the CPK experience. Simply said, all voices matter, and our focus on respect ensures that all voices are heard. OPPORTUNITY Opportunity at CPK is real and tangible. Through exciting career growth and cross training, we're always looking to develop and refine our top talent to drive the business and lead others. CPK challenges its employees to learn about the business at every level. Our most talented employees are provided with opportunities to contribute in a meaningful way, to help fuel the growth of our organization. COMMUNICATION Communication is actively encouraged at CPK. We have an open-door policy and a culture where everyone is known on a first name basis and always welcome to speak up. KINDNESS Kindness defines the energy and spirit of California Pizza Kitchen. It shapes and guides how we develop, communicate, and hold each other accountable to our high standards. SERVICE We are passionate individuals committed to inspiring others by bringing California creativity to every meal. #J-18808-Ljbffr California Pizza Kitchen, Inc.