Senior Financial Analyst - Fleming's Prime Steakhouse

The Senior Financial Analyst for the Flemings finance team is a key role that supports our Operations, Marketing, and Leadership teams. This individual will conduct financial analysis for the Flemings Brand that guides decision making while

improving financial results. Key responsibilities may include the forecasting and analysis of key expense areas, forecasting and analysis of sales across multiple channels, decision support for growth initiatives, cross functional support, and sharing key learnings across other Bloomin Brands concepts (Outback Steakhouse, Carrabbas Italian Grill & Bonefish Grill).

II. ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Generate insight from financial analyses, providing interpretation of data and key take-aways

Provide analytical/modeling support to key business initiatives that balance investment risks with anticipated returns to ensure efficient use of both capital and operational expenses

Prepare presentation ready materials containing both financial and operational metrics that focus on identifying drivers of performance; actively communicates results via weekly staff meetings and monthly/quarterly business reviews

Support corporate forecast requirements by partnering cross functionally with both business and finance support teams to build accurate forecasts that provide a balanced view of both anticipated risks and business opportunities

Monitor month-end accounting processes to understand variances between actual and expected outcomes; perform forecast variance analysis and communicate drivers of variance to leadership

Leverage technology to support automation of reporting and improve access to information that guides the decision making of key business partners

Embrace BBIs culture by actively supporting our restaurants; partner effectively with field leadership,

and teach/re-enforce business acumen and financial discipline

Perform ad-hoc analysis and other job-related duties as assigned

III. Required / Requested Skills

Independent and self-motivated with a proven ability to work with minimal supervision

3+ years of experience in financial planning & analysis or corporate finance, preferably in the restaurant or retail industry

Working knowledge of accounting principles and financial statement presentation

Ability to analyze and problem solve with a high level of intellectual curiosity that leverages a strong statistical background

Demonstrated ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast paced, changing environment

Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to adapt to different audiences and influence teams

Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills required

Education:

Bachelors degree in Finance or Accounting, required