Sr. Associate Manager, Finance Budget and Reporting

Sr. Associate Manager, Finance Budget and Reporting

Taco Bell was born and raised in California and has been around since 1962. We went from selling everyone's favorite Crunchy Tacos on the West Coast to a global brand with 8,200+ restaurants, 350 franchise organizations, that serve 42+ million fans each week around the globe. We're not only the largest Mexican-inspired quick service brand (QSR) in the world, we're also part of the biggest restaurant group in the world : Yum! Brands. Much of our fan love and authentic connection with our communities are rooted in being rebels with a cause. From ensuring we use high quality, sustainable ingredients to elevating restaurant technology in ways that hasn't been done before... we will continue to be inclusive, bold, challenge the status quo and push industry boundaries. We're a company that celebrates and advocates for different, has bold self-expression, strives for a better future, and brings the fun while we're at it. We fuel our culture with real people who bring unique experiences. We inspire and enable our teams and the world to Live Ms. At Taco Bell, we're Cultural Rebels. Want to join in on the passion-fueled fun? Learn more about the career below.

About the Job

We're looking for a Senior Associate Manager with strong data analytics skills, high comfort level speaking to leadership about data driven insights, and a partnership mentality. Reporting to the Sr. Manager, Funds Oversight, responsibilities include periodic budget management, spend to actuals analysis, development of internal controls and high-level reporting activities related to optimizing the usage of Technology Funds. This individual will develop financial insights and update finance leadership and cross-functional partners on financial performance to guide business decisions.

The Day-to-Day

Conduct and provide insightful analysis of the Technology Funds on period results versus forecast & year-over-year variances, burn rates, and cost drivers, including recommended actions and / or re-allocation of funds, as appropriate

Partner with key business partners on periodic expense forecasting submissions and assist in income forecasts

Identify risk areas uncovered during data analysis and maintain accountability across business partners

Develop internal governance on processes regarding budget management

Lead periodic reporting calls with Technology leadership, which includes evaluating risks & opportunities against FY plan, identifying appropriate actions, and assessing overall impact to fund

Support financial close activities, periodic & quarterly forecasting, CapEx management, and the annual operating plan (AOP)

Build & maintain KPI dashboard, and track metrics against FY targets

Work with Yum! accounting department to reconcile any issues and ensure accuracy of results

Assist with quarterly reporting for Franchise committee

Establish financial processes to streamline forecasting, reporting, and robust analysis

Conduct ad-hoc analyses that provide impact, perspective, and recommendation from a financial POV

Is This You?

Bachelor's degree, MBA a plus

At least 5 years relevant work experience (e.g. Corporate Finance, Consulting, FP&A), QSR / retail / multi-unit franchise industry experience a plus

Strong data analysis and financial modeling skills, with ability to succinctly interpret data for leaders and business partners

High internal motivation and willingness to "do what it takes" to get the job done

Outstanding interpersonal and communication / presentation skills, with ability to partner well with other team members and interface effectively with all levels of management

Ownership mindset on work product - proactively go deeper on a problem vs. doing exactly what was assigned

Strongly proficient with PowerPoint and Excel

Work-Hard, Play-Hard

Hybrid work schedule and year-round flex day Friday

Onsite childcare through Bright Horizons

Onsite dining center and game room (yes, there is a Taco Bell inside the building)

Onsite dry cleaning, laundry services, carwash,

Onsite gym with fitness classes and personal trainer sessions

Up to 4 weeks of vacation per year plus holidays and time off for volunteering

Generous parental leave for all new parents and adoption assistance program

401(k) with a 6% matching contribution from Yum! Brands with immediate vesting

Comprehensive medical & dental including prescription drug benefits and 100% preventive care

Discounts, free food, swag and... honestly, too many good benefits to name

Salary Range : $118,600 to $139,400 annually + bonus eligibility + benefits

The above represents the expected salary range for this job requisition. Ultimately, in determining your pay, we'll consider your location, experience, and other job-related factors.

At Taco Bell, we Live Ms and invite you to do the same. Take a seat at our table. Bring your voice. Bring you, just as you are, a Cultural Rebel. We want you to be your best self! Taco Bell is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to equity, inclusion, and belonging for all dimensions of diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, age, or any other protected characteristic. Taco Bell is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities or special needs.