About

• Description

Position Overview

• The Financial Analyst assumes a pivotal role within KKF's internal operations, acting as a cornerstone in the realm of financial reporting and strategic decision-making. This position extends beyond traditional financial responsibilities to actively support the Sales and Operations teams (Field team), in navigating the complexities of strategic growth initiatives. With a focus on fostering collaboration and delivering actionable insights, the Financial Analyst serves as a trusted partner to departments across the organization. Through meticulous analysis and a forward-thinking approach, this role empowers internal stakeholders with the knowledge and resources needed to drive KKF's continued success in a dynamic business landscape.

Responsibilities and Key Accountabilities

• Operations Reporting
• Utilize advanced Excel functions to present operational KPIs and utilize advanced data visualization techniques to present complex findings in a clear and intuitive manner, enabling stakeholders to grasp key performance metrics effectively.
• Create compelling presentations for leadership on customer and market trends, drawing insights from comprehensive data analysis and research.
• Assist in the production of Monthly Business Reviews, synthesizing complex information into concise and impactful presentations.
• Insights Generation
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify relevant data sources and ensure data accuracy and consistency across reporting platforms.
• Aggregate and synthesize data from diverse sources, including customized company reporting platforms and business intelligence tools, into coherent and easily understandable performance insights.
• Lead the preparation and review of weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual variance analyses to track performance against targets and benchmarks.
• Identify and investigate variances, providing insights into underlying drivers and implications for future business decisions
• Strategy Development and Collaboration
• Collaborate with relevant teams and stakeholders to develop strategies aimed at improving key business objectives, such as new store openings, same store sales growth, and promotional effectiveness.
• Collaborate with relevant stakeholders to develop corrective actions or adjustments to operational strategies based on variance analysis findings.
• Facilitate discussions and coordinate action plans to address challenges and capitalize on opportunities identified through data analysis.
• Monitoring and Reporting
• Monitor progress towards business objectives, providing regular updates and recommendations for adjustments as needed to drive market-level growth.
• Engage in a wide variety of special projects and other assigned duties, including ad hoc reporting and direct support of KKC’s C-store Operator customers.
• Contribute expertise and analytical support to cross-functional project teams, leveraging financial and market insights to drive project success.
• Additional ad-hoc duties as assigned
• Requirements
• Education and Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Finance, or Accounting.
• Minimum of 4 years of professional experience, with at least 2 years in business or customer analysis roles
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Ability to produce accurate reporting in Excel and reconcile data points across various business systems, such as SalesForce, Netsuite, and spreadsheets
• Proficiency in working with high volumes of data, with the ability to identify and summarize significant findings efficiently.
• Strong attention to detail and dedication to maintaining accuracy and data integrity.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Flexibility in working hours to meet project deadlines.
• Experience with Business Intelligence tools (Preferred but not required).
• Measurement Criteria
• Deliver accurate store and company reporting and analysis to a large cross-section of internal stakeholders on a reliable basis.
• Formulate significant business partnerships with key members of the Sales and Operations (field teams) and department executives.
• Ensure high-quality analysis that is relevant and actionable, contributing to informed decision-making and strategic planning.
• Measure the impact of analysis and reporting on strategic decision-making processes, evaluating the extent of influence on business strategies and overall performance improvement.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Wellness Program
• Unlimited Paid Time Off
• Ongoing Team Member Development