Swensons Drive-In Restaurants
Senior Financial Planning and Analysis
Swensons Drive-In Restaurants, Akron, Ohio, United States, 44329
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Swensons Drive-In Restaurants, LLC was founded in 1934 by Wesley T. “Pop” Swensons in Akron, Ohio. Swensons is a drive-in restaurant providing high quality burgers and milk shakes. We have grown into 20+ drive-in restaurants throughout Ohio. Swensons is looking to grow and strives to be Best in Brand in all we do. We are looking for a Senior FP & A Professional who will lead the budgeting, forecasting, and reporting functions at Swensons. Description
Swensons Drive-In Restaurants, LLC was founded in 1934 by Wesley T. “Pop” Swensons in Akron, Ohio. Swensons is a drive-in restaurant providing high quality burgers and milk shakes. We have grown into 20+ drive-in restaurants throughout Ohio. Swensons is looking to grow and strives to be Best in Brand in all we do. We are looking for a Senior FP & A Professional who will lead the budgeting, forecasting, and reporting functions at Swensons.
Do you want to control your own destiny?
Job Highlights
Career Growth – Company growth strategy
Entrepreneurial Spirit
Becoming Best in Brand
Control Your Own Destiny
Benefits
Competitive Salary
Weekly pay check
Medical, Dental, Vision
Life Insurance, Short-term & Long-term Disability
401k/Roth w/ Employer Match
Job Qualifications
Self-driven, flexible,
leads by example
mentality with strong interpersonal skills
Positive, energetic, “can do” attitude working in a fast paced fun environment
Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance (required)
5+ years of experience in a finance and accounting environment with at least one year of restaurant or multi-unit experience
Must be highly proficient in the use Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
Knowledge of BI tools a plus
Ability to lead complex financial analysis and problem solving
Ability to work independently with little or no supervision
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Essential Job Duties
Financial Forecasting & Budgeting:
Develop and manage annual budgets and rolling forecasts at both the corporate and store levels, incorporating sales, labor, COGS, and overhead.
Performance Analysis:
Analyze restaurant-level P&L statements to identify trends, variances, and opportunities to improve profitability across locations.
KPI Development & Monitoring:
Create and manage dashboards tracking key metrics like same-store sales, labor efficiency, food cost %, and EBITDA by location to inform decision-making.
Strategic Support:
Partner with operations, marketing, and real estate teams to evaluate new store openings, promotional campaigns, and pricing strategies using financial models.
Reporting & Insights:
Produce monthly and quarterly financial reports with actionable insights for senior leadership, including scenario analysis and recommendations for cost optimization or growth initiatives.
Responsible for annual budget process.
Define, track and report on key operating metrics and benchmark against competitors
Assist CFO with preparation of any financial or operational analysis as requested
Work effectively to automate financial reporting
Serve as a key point of contact for data and analytics for the management team
Calculate and analyze ROI on CapEx and R&M projects
ADA Requirements/Physical Standards
Must be able to stand and exert well-paced mobility and reasonable range of motion such as bending, stooping, standing, walking, stirring, lifting to complete physical tasks related to responsibilities for up to eight (8) hours Ability to read, write, and communicate verbally and listen attentively to team members, guests, vendors, and visitors Ability to work in office and on time for each scheduled shift and work throughout the shift (aside from legally required breaks Able to safely respond in emergency situations to avoid imminent dangers to self and others
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance (required) 5-7 years of experience in a finance and accounting environment with at least one year of restaurant or multi-unit experience Must be highly proficient in the use Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint Knowledge of BI tools a plus Ability to lead complex financial analysis and problem solving Ability to work independently with little or no supervision Strong verbal and written communication skills The ability to focus and show excellent attention to detail Ability to manage and prioritize multiple properties in a deadline driven environment Must be able to demonstrate the ability to interact positively and effectively with all levels of crew members within the organization in a small office setting Legal right to work in the United States and provide proof.
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Senior Financial Planning and Analysis
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Swensons Drive-In Restaurants 1 month ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the
Senior Financial Planning and Analysis
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Swensons Drive-In Restaurants Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Description
Swensons Drive-In Restaurants, LLC was founded in 1934 by Wesley T. “Pop” Swensons in Akron, Ohio. Swensons is a drive-in restaurant providing high quality burgers and milk shakes. We have grown into 20+ drive-in restaurants throughout Ohio. Swensons is looking to grow and strives to be Best in Brand in all we do. We are looking for a Senior FP & A Professional who will lead the budgeting, forecasting, and reporting functions at Swensons. Description
Swensons Drive-In Restaurants, LLC was founded in 1934 by Wesley T. “Pop” Swensons in Akron, Ohio. Swensons is a drive-in restaurant providing high quality burgers and milk shakes. We have grown into 20+ drive-in restaurants throughout Ohio. Swensons is looking to grow and strives to be Best in Brand in all we do. We are looking for a Senior FP & A Professional who will lead the budgeting, forecasting, and reporting functions at Swensons.
Do you want to control your own destiny?
Job Highlights
Career Growth – Company growth strategy
Entrepreneurial Spirit
Becoming Best in Brand
Control Your Own Destiny
Benefits
Competitive Salary
Weekly pay check
Medical, Dental, Vision
Life Insurance, Short-term & Long-term Disability
401k/Roth w/ Employer Match
Job Qualifications
Self-driven, flexible,
leads by example
mentality with strong interpersonal skills
Positive, energetic, “can do” attitude working in a fast paced fun environment
Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance (required)
5+ years of experience in a finance and accounting environment with at least one year of restaurant or multi-unit experience
Must be highly proficient in the use Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
Knowledge of BI tools a plus
Ability to lead complex financial analysis and problem solving
Ability to work independently with little or no supervision
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Essential Job Duties
Financial Forecasting & Budgeting:
Develop and manage annual budgets and rolling forecasts at both the corporate and store levels, incorporating sales, labor, COGS, and overhead.
Performance Analysis:
Analyze restaurant-level P&L statements to identify trends, variances, and opportunities to improve profitability across locations.
KPI Development & Monitoring:
Create and manage dashboards tracking key metrics like same-store sales, labor efficiency, food cost %, and EBITDA by location to inform decision-making.
Strategic Support:
Partner with operations, marketing, and real estate teams to evaluate new store openings, promotional campaigns, and pricing strategies using financial models.
Reporting & Insights:
Produce monthly and quarterly financial reports with actionable insights for senior leadership, including scenario analysis and recommendations for cost optimization or growth initiatives.
Responsible for annual budget process.
Define, track and report on key operating metrics and benchmark against competitors
Assist CFO with preparation of any financial or operational analysis as requested
Work effectively to automate financial reporting
Serve as a key point of contact for data and analytics for the management team
Calculate and analyze ROI on CapEx and R&M projects
ADA Requirements/Physical Standards
Must be able to stand and exert well-paced mobility and reasonable range of motion such as bending, stooping, standing, walking, stirring, lifting to complete physical tasks related to responsibilities for up to eight (8) hours Ability to read, write, and communicate verbally and listen attentively to team members, guests, vendors, and visitors Ability to work in office and on time for each scheduled shift and work throughout the shift (aside from legally required breaks Able to safely respond in emergency situations to avoid imminent dangers to self and others
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance (required) 5-7 years of experience in a finance and accounting environment with at least one year of restaurant or multi-unit experience Must be highly proficient in the use Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint Knowledge of BI tools a plus Ability to lead complex financial analysis and problem solving Ability to work independently with little or no supervision Strong verbal and written communication skills The ability to focus and show excellent attention to detail Ability to manage and prioritize multiple properties in a deadline driven environment Must be able to demonstrate the ability to interact positively and effectively with all levels of crew members within the organization in a small office setting Legal right to work in the United States and provide proof.
Seniority level
Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
Job function Finance and Sales Industries Restaurants Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Swensons Drive-In Restaurants by 2x Sign in to set job alerts for “Senior Financial Planning Analyst” roles.
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