Cracker Barrel Old Country Store
Senior Financial Analyst - Menu Marketing
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store, Lebanon, Tennessee, United States, 37087
Cracker Barrel Opportunity
Provides financial planning and analysis to support the Marketing department. The ideal candidate will play a key role in driving financial insights, optimizing profitability, and supporting strategic decision-making. This position requires a blend of financial expertise, data analysis, and an understanding of restaurant operations. The position will be focused on providing analytical support to inform various marketing, menu, and promotional strategies. Financial Analysis & Reporting: Prepare detailed financial models, forecasts, and budgets, including sales trends and profitability metrics. Performance Monitoring: Track and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs), such as menu mix, promotional analysis, and traffic trends. Strategic Partnership: Collaborate with key business partners in marketing, menu strategy, and operations. Variance Analysis: Conduct weekly/monthly variance analysis comparing actual performance to budgets/forecasts, providing actionable insights. Promotional Impact: Evaluate promotional tactics to drive optimal strategies on types of promotions, spend on promotions, and channels to utilize promotions. Ad-Hoc Analysis: Support leadership with custom financial analyses, scenario planning, and investment decisions. Process Improvement: Identify and implement enhancements to financial reporting tools, dashboards, and processes to improve efficiency and accuracy. Experience and Education: Bachelor's degree in accounting, business, finance, or related field and 3-5 years accounting or finance experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Knowledge and Skills: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel with the ability to quickly create financial models. Experience with BI Tools, preferably Tableau. Strong ability to interpret complex data, identify trends, and translate findings into actionable business recommendations. Comfortable presenting to senior leadership, including C-suite. Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously, meeting deadlines effectively. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships across all levels of the organization. Curious mind that leads to wanting to understand the "Why" behind financial results. Desire to automate routine work and focus on providing analysis and insights. Self-starter that can identify and anticipate the needs of the business. SQL experience preferred. Restaurant industry experience preferred. Compensation and Bonuses: Competitive Annual Salary | Annual Bonus Opportunities Care for Your Well-being: Medical, Rx, Dental and Vision Benefits on Day 1| Life Insurance and Disability Coverage | Paid Vacation/Employee Assistance Program Growth and Development: Business Resource Groups | Tuition Reimbursement | Professional Development Invest in Your Future: 401k Plan with Company Matching Contributions at 90 days | Employee Stock Purchase Program Even More to Look Forward to: 35% Discount on Cracker Barrel Food and Retail Items Pursue the career you craveapply now. Cracker Barrel is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, age, marital status, medical condition, disability, or any other class expressly protected by law.
Provides financial planning and analysis to support the Marketing department. The ideal candidate will play a key role in driving financial insights, optimizing profitability, and supporting strategic decision-making. This position requires a blend of financial expertise, data analysis, and an understanding of restaurant operations. The position will be focused on providing analytical support to inform various marketing, menu, and promotional strategies. Financial Analysis & Reporting: Prepare detailed financial models, forecasts, and budgets, including sales trends and profitability metrics. Performance Monitoring: Track and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs), such as menu mix, promotional analysis, and traffic trends. Strategic Partnership: Collaborate with key business partners in marketing, menu strategy, and operations. Variance Analysis: Conduct weekly/monthly variance analysis comparing actual performance to budgets/forecasts, providing actionable insights. Promotional Impact: Evaluate promotional tactics to drive optimal strategies on types of promotions, spend on promotions, and channels to utilize promotions. Ad-Hoc Analysis: Support leadership with custom financial analyses, scenario planning, and investment decisions. Process Improvement: Identify and implement enhancements to financial reporting tools, dashboards, and processes to improve efficiency and accuracy. Experience and Education: Bachelor's degree in accounting, business, finance, or related field and 3-5 years accounting or finance experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Knowledge and Skills: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel with the ability to quickly create financial models. Experience with BI Tools, preferably Tableau. Strong ability to interpret complex data, identify trends, and translate findings into actionable business recommendations. Comfortable presenting to senior leadership, including C-suite. Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously, meeting deadlines effectively. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships across all levels of the organization. Curious mind that leads to wanting to understand the "Why" behind financial results. Desire to automate routine work and focus on providing analysis and insights. Self-starter that can identify and anticipate the needs of the business. SQL experience preferred. Restaurant industry experience preferred. Compensation and Bonuses: Competitive Annual Salary | Annual Bonus Opportunities Care for Your Well-being: Medical, Rx, Dental and Vision Benefits on Day 1| Life Insurance and Disability Coverage | Paid Vacation/Employee Assistance Program Growth and Development: Business Resource Groups | Tuition Reimbursement | Professional Development Invest in Your Future: 401k Plan with Company Matching Contributions at 90 days | Employee Stock Purchase Program Even More to Look Forward to: 35% Discount on Cracker Barrel Food and Retail Items Pursue the career you craveapply now. Cracker Barrel is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, age, marital status, medical condition, disability, or any other class expressly protected by law.