SENIOR FINANCIAL ANALYST - FP&A

Finance Professional Opportunity$90,000 - $105,000 base salary range + annual bonus potential!100% remote in the United States, however, due to state-specific regulatory requirements, Potbelly does not currently support remote work from the following states: Alaska, California, and Hawaii. To be considered for this position, you must be able to perform the role from a state not listed above at the time of hire and for the duration of employment.Do you hunger for more? Potbelly Sandwich Shop is looking for friendly and outgoing people who enjoy working in a fast-paced, friendly environment. We are where good vibes and great careers are a way of life! What started as a small antique store in 1977 has become a nationally recognized neighborhood sandwich shop with over 400 locations across the United States. But toasty sandwiches are only as good as the people behind them. And yeah, we've got the best. Ready to join our growing Potbelly Nation?What's In It For You:Competitive pay with performance-based annual raises!Medical, Dental & Vision InsuranceDomestic Partnership BenefitsPaid Parental LeaveFSA and HSA with Employer ContributionCommuter Benefit ProgramRetirement Savings 401(k) WITH company matchEmployee Assistance ProgramPaid Time OffDiscount ProgramFlexible Work ScheduleCareer growth opportunities**If hired, you must meet and maintain all eligibility requirements to qualify**Come build the Potbelly Nation with us! Our legendary hot and toasty sandwiches, irresistible shakes and cookies satisfy Potbelly fans every day.Potbelly started as a small antique store that turned into a lines-out-the-door neighborhood sandwich shop. Today, there are more than 460 Potbelly Sandwich Shops across the U.S. Our leaders build and inspire teams to bring our customers a unique Potbelly experience.Who you are:You are a highly analytical and strategic finance professional who is passionate about turning data into insights that drive business performance. You thrive in fast-paced environments where you can balance recurring reporting responsibilities with forward-looking analysis and strategic initiatives.You enjoy digging into the details behind business performance, identifying trends and opportunities, and partnering cross-functionally to help leaders make better decisions. You are equally comfortable owning routine reporting processes and tackling complex ad hoc analysis.For you, financial analysis and business analytics are both a skill and a passion (in addition to sandwiches).You'll be a phenomenal candidate for this role if you:Are analytical, detail-oriented, and intellectually curiousDrive toward outcomes and continuous improvementEnjoy finding patterns in large and sometimes ambiguous data setsThrive in both structured reporting and ad hoc problem solvingFeel comfortable collaborating and sharing ideas in a fast-paced environmentCan independently manage projects while maintaining high-quality workHave strong communication skills and can clearly explain financial performance and business trendsAre energized by partnering cross-functionally with Accounting, Operations, Marketing, and other business teamsYou can expect:This role sits at the center of Potbelly's financial planning and business performance processes. You will play a key role in helping leadership understand company performance through recurring reporting, forecasting, budgeting, and strategic analysis.Every day is going to be a little different, with opportunities to work across financial reporting, sales analytics, operational performance, strategic initiatives, and executive-level presentations.You'll encounter:Respect and candor; the quality of the idea wins the dayCasual, focused, and agile environment operating under our Potbelly valuesSignificant exposure to Finance leadership and cross-functional business partnersOpportunities to influence decision making through meaningful analysis and insightsA collaborative environment focused on continuous improvement and innovationWhat you will do:Support monthly and quarterly close reporting processes, including preparation and analysis of financial results, variance reporting, and executive-level reporting materialsAssist with preparation of annual operating plans, cash flow projections, and multiple forecast cycles throughout the yearPrepare weekly sales reporting for the total company, shops, districts, and regions, including analysis of results against budget, comparable shops and short and long-term projections for Senior Leadership Team meetingsAnalyze P&L performance and investigate key variances versus budget, forecast, and prior year results through deep-dive analyses on sales, margins, labor, operating expenses, and other key business driversAssist with scenario planning and sensitivity analysis to evaluate strategic initiatives, operational changes, sales trends, and potential business risks/opportunities across the organizationPerform competitive benchmarking and external market analysis to support strategic decision makingPartner closely with Accounting during month-end and quarter-end close processes to ensure accurate reporting and alignmentCollaborate cross-functionally with Operations, Marketing, IT, and other business partners to support strategic initiatives and performance improvement effortsBuild and maintain financial models, dashboards, and reporting tools to improve visibility and decision-making capabilitiesSupport automation and process improvement initiatives across FP&A reporting and analytics workflowsPerform ad hoc financial analysis and support strategic projects as neededReport to Senior Director, FP&AWhy this role matters:This role plays a critical part in helping Potbelly understand and improve business performance. Through strong financial analysis, reporting, forecasting, and business partnership, this role helps leadership make informed decisions that drive profitable growth and operational excellence across the organization.What you will need:Minimum of 4–6 years of progressive experience in FP&A, corporate finance, business analytics, or related fieldsBachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related fieldExperience in retail, restaurant, multi-unit, or consumer-facing industries preferredStrong understanding of budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and variance analysisAdvanced Excel skills and experience with financial systems and reporting tools such as Power BI, Planful, Workday Adaptive Planning, or similar platformsProven ability to manage and analyze large data sets to identify trends and actionable insightsExperience building financial models and performing ad hoc analysisStrong communication, collaboration, and organizational skillsAbility to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with shifting prioritiesHigh attention to detail and commitment to accuracyProven experience leveraging AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, generative AI platforms) to enhance financial analysis, automate reporting workflows, and support strategic decision-makingSQL, Python, or other analytical programming experience is a plusHere's what's in it for you:Medical, Dental, Vision and Flexible Spending Account – We care about you and your family401(K) – We want to help secure your financial futureTime Off – We all need some time to relax, right?Employee Assistance Program – Things out of our control happen, we will help you get through itDomestic Partner Benefits – We love who you lovePotbelly Meal Discounts – Hungry? We'll feed youWork Life Balance – You have a life outside of work, we want you to enjoy itApplication Deadline: We accept applications for this position until 09/30/2026. We encourage all individuals to submit their applications.Potbelly actively creates and promotes an environment that is inclusive of all people and their unique abilities, strengths, and differences. We respect and embrace diversity in each other, our customers, suppliers, and all others with whom we interact as