Financial Analyst - Military Veterans
at Whataburger
Welcome to Whataburger Careers!
Total Rewards:
- Competitive Weekly Pay
- Bonus Program with 250% Upside Potential
- Performance for Pay Program – Eligibility to Receive a Pay Increase Once a Year, Based on Performance
- Opportunities for Career Development and Growth
- Healthcare and Life Insurance Benefits
- Paid Time Off - 5 Weeks on Day 1
- Flex Weeks - Remote Work Arrangement
- Paid Corporate Holidays
- 401(k) Savings Plan with a Competitive Company Match
- Paid Parental Leave
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- Scholarship Program - Your and Your Dependents are Eligible!
- Whataburger Family Foundation (Hardship Grant Assistance)
- Discounted Meals For You and a Guest
- Wireless Service Discounts
- Computer & Software Discounts
- Fitness / Gym Discounts
- Awards and Recognition For All You Do
- Retirement Celebration Program
Subject to meeting eligibility requirements
Responsibilities:
- Safeguards confidential information at all levels with discretion and judgment.
- Analyzes financial information to forecast business, industry or economic conditions. Maintains financial models and updates for results or changes in assumptions.
- Conducts cost/benefits analysis and return on investments (ROI) studies of major organizational problems or opportunities.
- Prepares plans of action for investments using financial analyses.
- Provides support to Management of Planning and Analysis by consolidating and maintaining peer and economic data and preparing initial communications (PowerPoint, requests for financial information).
- Supports the communication of market assumptions to Segment Leaders, Board, MLT and the general financial community. Participates in the preparation and release of the company’s financial and operating results and reports including internal PowerPoint presentations and other reports/briefings as needed.
- Researches and recommends process improvements and efficiencies to enhance accuracy and timeliness.
- Responsible for prioritizing/ranking the Service Request Management (SRM) tickets for financial planning and analysis.
- Responsible for the oversight of projects related to the company’s planning process to ensure effectiveness.
- Forecasts and analyzes financial costs associated with supply and demand or industry trends.
- Develops and maintains external cooperative relationships with corporate business partners that enable and support performance strategies and organizational effectiveness.
- Analyzes and monitors competitor and peer group companies’ presentations, financial reporting and websites. Performs financial benchmarking for companies included in competitor and peer group to gain a solid understanding of their operations, capital structures, nature and size of revenues, gross and operating margins, historical growth rates, product offerings and other key financial metrics. Utilizes market analysis tools, such as PESTEL, to ensure a strong competitive strategy.
- Assumes additional responsibilities as assigned
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field or equivalent work experience required.
Experience:
- Experience in contributing to the management of projects is preferred
- 1+ years’ experience preferably in restaurant industry
Knowledge, Skills & Abilitie:
- Proficiency in MS Office Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint (as applicable)
- Proficiency in Workday (as applicable)
- Ability to communicate well with the general public and experience in establishing and maintaining an effective working relationship with management, vendors, and co-workers
- Ability to work in a team environment
Working Conditions/Travel Requirements:
- Expected to work the necessary time to satisfactorily fulfill job responsibilities
- Must be able to report to work timely and as required by operational/business needs
- Must be able to work a full-time schedule and work outside of normal business hours when necessary
- Some travel, both locally and long distances, (including air travel), to worksites, meeting sites, and other locations may be necessary
San Antonio, TX
At Whataburger, we serve bold flavors and original recipes made to order, just like you like it! Our devotion to extraordinary hospitality and forging meaningful connections within our communities has led fans to Whataburger since Harmon Dobson served our first customer in 1950. Headquartered in San Antonio, Texas, we’ve stayed true to our roots while building sales of more than $3 billion annually across our 14-state footprint and nearly 1,000 locations (and growing!).
At Whataburger, it’s our people who define us. We take pride in our work, fostering an environment where we support and uplift each other and view serving our customers as a privilege. This dedication led us to be honored as a 2022 Top Workplaces Culture Excellence awardee. We invite you to become a part of our family, where we are determined to instill values and equip you with skills that will serve you well, regardless of where your path takes you. Join us, and let's embark on a journey that honors your service and propels you towards a fulfilling future.