Director of Financial Planning and Analysis Position Available In Williamson, Tennessee

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This position will be on-site at our corporate office in Franklin, TN. The Director of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) is responsible for leading the company’s budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance management processes. This role serves as a key business partner to executive leadership, providing critical financial insights and strategic guidance to drive informed decision-making. The Director will lead a high-performing team, enhance financial reporting capabilities, and help shape the company’s financial strategy through data-driven analysis, scenario planning, and cross-functional collaboration. Financial Planning & Forecasting (30%) Lead the annual budget, periodic forecast updates, and long-range planning processes across all restaurant and support functions. Ensure alignment with operational realities, corporate strategy, and growth initiatives. Performance Reporting & Analysis (20%) Oversee preparation and delivery of monthly P&L reviews, KPI dashboards, and variance analyses. Highlight financial risks, opportunities, and trends to drive timely decisions. Operational & Executive Partnership (15%) Serve as a key partner to Operations, Marketing, HR, and other functions-supporting initiatives with financial models, scenario planning, and data-driven recommendations. Act as a financial sounding board for the executive leadership team. Team Leadership & Talent Development (15%) Manage, develop, and mentor a high-performing FP&A team. Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Process Optimization & Systems (15%) Improve forecasting accuracy, reporting automation, and planning efficiency through better tools, data structures, and workflows. Drive adoption of financial systems and reporting best practices. Executive Reporting & Presentations (5%) Support the VP, Finance and senior leaders with presentation-ready materials and insights for weekly and monthly business reviews, lender reporting, and strategic planning sessions.

Professional Experience & Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field is required. MBA, CPA, or CFA designation is preferred but not required. Minimum of 8-10 years of progressive experience in financial planning & analysis, corporate finance, or related roles. 3-5 years of hands-on experience with Power BI for financial reporting, dashboard creation, and performance visualization. At least 3 years in a leadership or management role with direct oversight of FP&A teams or financial analysts. Experience supporting multi-unit operations, preferably in the restaurant, franchise, retail, or hospitality industry, is strongly preferred. Proven track record of partnering cross-functionally with Operations, Marketing, and HR to drive business results through financial insight. Experience with financial systems such as Microsoft Dynamics, Adaptive Insights, Anaplan, or similar tools. Advanced Excel skills and proficiency in financial modeling and scenario planning. Strong business acumen with the ability to translate complex financial concepts into actionable business strategies. High comfort level with ambiguity and fast-paced decision-making in an entrepreneurial, privately held environment. Excellent communication and presentation skills, especially in working with senior executives.