Senior Financial Analyst

Senior Financial AnalystThe Senior Financial Analyst supporting Dunkin' will empower data-driven strategic decision-making by budgeting/forecasting, analyzing, reporting, and communicating financial information into actionable insights for Finance & Operations Leadership. In this position, the Senior Financial Analyst will perform analyses of brand, region, restaurant, and product level data to drive sales and improve Franchisee profitability. The individual in this role will work cross-functionally with various groups across the organization including but, but not limited to: Field Operations, Development, Retail Business Development, Accounting, Finance, various Shared Services segments, and Corporate FP&A.We are looking for someone who can work in a fast-paced environment and learn new concepts quickly. The individual will function as a key business partner for the Dunkin' Field & Operations teams, Finance, and Dunkin' Franchisees.This position sits within our Boston based Global Support Center with an expectation to be onsite 4 days per week.ResponsibilitiesResponsible for Dunkin P&L management and financial oversight, including the annual budget, in-year forecasts, and long-range planPerform monthly variance analysis and prepare financial reporting packages that clearly communicate business performance, trends, risks, and opportunities to Senior Finance Leadership and Corporate FP&AFunction as the lead financial contact for the Field Operations team and provide regular support and analysis including quarterly RVP meeting materials and other ad-hoc financial support, as necessaryUtilize trends, spend information, business knowledge, and market insights to provide timely updates on available funding for G&A activities and identify opportunities for cost savingsIndividual must interact and maintain relationships throughout the entire Dunkin' organization as well as the Shared Services and Corporate FP&A functions.Individual must also be results-driven with the ability to perform successfully in ambiguous situations, or with incomplete informationAbility to influence processes and educate cross-functional partners on financial ramifications at all levels is critical to the success of this roleWork closely with Accounting to ensure complete and accurate P&L Results and possess strong knowledge of P&L and Balance Sheet relationships and managementIndependently identify areas for efficiency and process improvementWork as part of a team to deliver best-in-class, financial reportingPerform daily ad hoc analyses and other duties as assignedOwn the Retail Business Development (RBD) P&L, including month-end close, in-year forecasts, annual budgets, long-range planning, and variance analysis to provide actionable insights and support business performancePartner with RBD leadership to deliver financial reporting, ad hoc analysis, and decision support that enables effective execution of strategic initiativesAnalyze financial results and key performance drivers, communicate risks and opportunities, and recommend actions to improve profitability and achieve financial targetsEducation & Experience Qualifications4-year degree required with a concentration in Finance, Economics, Business, or related fieldMinimum of 4+ years of progressive finance experience and relevant work experience in Corporate FinanceExperience in Retail or QSR industry preferred, but not requiredBackground in Financial Planning & Analysis is a strong plusRequired Knowledge, Skills or AbilitiesAbility to simplify and interpret complex data to distill key insights and provide business recommendationsAdvanced knowledge of Microsoft Office, specifically with respect to Excel (e.g., Pivot tables, LOOKUP functions, Conditional Formatting, Data Validation, etc.) and PowerPointStrong knowledge of ERP systems such as Hyperion Essbase / SmartView and Oracle Cloud Business Intelligence (BI) is a strong plusTechnical Knowledge of Financial Statements (P&L, Balance Sheet)Strong Financial Modeling and analytical skillsAffinity for process improvement and inclination to challenge the status quoDesire to influence processes and educate cross-functional partners on financial impactStrong interpersonal, verbal, written, and presentation communication skills with capacity to build relationships and communicate with diverse individuals at all levels of the organizationAbility to effectively manage competing priorities; make decisions under pressure, prioritize important tasks, and stay organized under tight deadlines and a changing environmentPositive attitude, team player committed to getting the job doneInspire is a multi-brand restaurant company whose portfolio includes more than 33,000 Arby's, Baskin-Robbins, Buffalo Wild Wings, Dunkin', Jimmy John's, and SONIC restaurants worldwide. We're made up of some of the world's most iconic restaurant brands, but we're much more than just a restaurant company. We're a team of hundreds of thousands who individually and collectively are changing the way people eat, drink, and gather around the table. We know that food is much more than a staple—it's an experience. At Inspire, that's our purpose: to ignite and nourish flavorful experiences.Salary: $74,160 - $123,601 per yearThe salary range above represents the low and high end of the salary range for this position. Actual placement within this range will vary based on various factors including but not limited to experience, education, training, and location.