Finance Manager

1 month ago

Costa Mesa CA United States Ben E Keith Full time

Friday, November 22, 2024

Our restaurants are only the tip of the flame. If you’re looking for a fast-paced, innovative and welcoming workplace then a career with our Corporate Familia is right for you.

What’s in it for you

  • Hybrid work schedule
  • Competitive pay and bonus
  • Medical + Dental + Vision Insurance
  • 401(K) Plan with match and immediate vesting
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Vacation + Sick Pay + 12 Paid Holidays
  • Dog friendly office
  • Amazing office culture
  • Free El Pollo Loco food (Dine Out Card) + Restaurant Discount
  • Discounts on theme parks, movie tickets, sports events, hotels and more…

Our Company

In 1980 the first American El Pollo Loco opened on Alvarado Street in Los Angeles, quickly becoming a destination for the best citrus-marinated, fire-grilled pollo in town. Over the past four decades, El Pollo Loco has grown into more than 490 restaurants across 7 states, becoming an L.A. mainstay and cultural benchmark along the way. And today, we continue to work just as hard to always provide customers with fresh and innovative L.A. Mex from our famous family dinners to Mexican entrees.

POSITION PURPOSE:

Manages P&L and capital financial planning including forecasting, budgeting, reporting and analysis. Engages cross-functionally with other departments (e.g., Operations, Development and Supply Chain) to provide financial analysis, support and recommendations for maximizing financial and operational efficiencies.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Aggregates assumptions and develops Annual Plan and quarterly, monthly and weekly planning processes with business partners for forecasting of key P&L line items which may include but not be limited to cost of sales, capital investments, occupancy, sales, labor, etc.
  • Prepares, reports, and analyzes key operations and performance metrics for the company and franchise portfolio, including, but not limited to sales, COGs, labor, other controllables to present to Sr. Leadership.
  • Monitors, analyzes and interprets key metrics and financial results; highlights trends and identifies causal factors; and develops and prepares key financial reporting schedules indicating variances of actual performance against budgets and forecasts.
  • Provides guidance and financial analysis to department managers (including Development, Operations, Supply Chain, HR, Marketing & Development) on financial impacts of emerging and existing projects.
  • Leads the development of the annual and strategic plan, including the annual planning applications, development of initial target models and preparing presentations for Board of Directors meetings.
  • Prepares special projects and presentations to management as assigned by supervisor.
  • Interacts professionally and ethically, constructively participating as a collaborative team member and leader.
QUALIFICATIONS – EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. The requirements listed below are representative of the education and/or experience required.

Education/Work Experience:

BA/BS in Finance, Business or related field required. MBA preferred. Minimum 7 years of experience in financial analysis, preferably in the restaurant or hospitality industry.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Strong analytical skills and a problem-solving mindset with meticulous attention to detail to draw meaningful conclusions.
  • Strong data analysis and problem-solving skills, with the ability to leverage insights to drive improvements.
  • Must have a strong financial acumen with proficiency in financial modeling and the ability to analyze and interpret data.
  • Strong internal motivation and intellectual curiosity with the ability to identify and leverage best practices.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
  • Ability to exercise independent judgment on matters of significance to the company.
  • Ability to work at the Support Center consistent as needed or directed by supervisor or company policy (which is currently a hybrid policy, subject to change).
  • Superior Excel skills, experience with business intelligence software systems preferred.
  • Ability to work independently, prioritize and plan work assignments and work under pressure of frequent and tight deadlines.
  • High level of proficiency with technology including Microsoft Office Suite applications, Adobe Acrobat, customized database applications, and internet research tools.

The pay range identified is the hourly or salary rate El Pollo Loco expects to pay for the posted position. This range does not include any benefits or bonus opportunities that might be available for the position based on position and eligibility criteria. Individual pay will vary based on a variety of factors including years of experience, industry experience, education, geography, etc.

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