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Job Summary
The Manager, Strategic Finance supports broad initiatives across corporate strategy and planning, capital markets, investor relations, and strategic projects. The role provides data-driven insights to inform financial, strategic, and operational decision-making across the company. This high-impact position helps to drive long-term shareholder value through strategic analysis and financial modeling.
Duties and Responsibilities (other duties as assigned)
Strategic Planning & Analysis
Develop enterprise-wide growth strategies and provide decision support to leadership on key strategic investments and initiatives
Lead strategic decision-making through comprehensive analysis, owning the financial model that drives company-wide planning and capital allocation decisions
Build sophisticated financial models and synthesize outputs into concise presentations for key stakeholder decision-making
Business Partnership & Project Leadership
Support strategic initiatives through business partnering, analytical insights, and workstream leadership
Collaborate across all organizational levels by developing deep understanding of the company's business model, including product and market strategies, competitive landscape, and internal processes
Shape strategic priorities by identifying key industry trends, customer insights, and internal growth opportunities
Reporting & Communication
Provide analytical support and data analysis for ad-hoc projects related to strategic initiatives
Coordinate recurring strategic reviews to track progress against strategic imperatives
Develop content for strategic updates to senior leadership and board of directors
Education, Experience & Certifications
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or related quantitative field
3-5 years of progressive experience in corporate strategy, management consulting, or investment banking
Demonstrated track record of leading complex financial analysis and strategic projects
CPA, CFA, or MBA preferred
Experience in QSR or high-growth environments
Functional Skills
Advanced proficiency in Excel, Google Sheets, and PowerPoint
Experience with enterprise financial systems (Hyperion, PeopleSoft preferred)
Working knowledge of programming languages (Python, SQL, MDX) and advanced analytical techniques
Strong expertise in financial modeling, valuation, and forecasting methodologies
Exceptional analytical and research capabilities with attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with ability to present complex information to senior audiences
Strong organizational and project management skills with ability to manage multiple priorities
Deep understanding of corporate strategy, accounting principles, and financial theory
Our Values
EVERYONE BELONGS – We believe connectedness and belonging are the essential Ingredients to our success.
DO THE RIGHT THING –We are relentlessly focused on quality and integrity and make the right choices, even when it's difficult.
PEOPLE FIRST – To craft positive experiences for our customers, we take care of each other first.
INNOVATE TO WIN – We champion and challenge for a better way in all we do.
HAVE FUN – We find joy, create meaningful impact and celebrate the journey together
Our Core Competencies
CUSTOMER CENTRIC - We leverage data and insights to craft a customer experience that builds relationships, cultivates trust, and delivers excellence
RESULTS DRIVEN – We focus on measurable outcomes by remaining optimistic, tenacious, and persistent even in the face of challenges.
CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT –We champion for better through strategic risk taking, experimentation and challenging the status quo.
BIAS FOR ACTION – We courageously lead, drive towards decisions, and maintain agility to meet the demands of our dynamic industry.
WINNING TOGETHER – We work together to unlock our full potential by actively collaborating and contributing in a cross-functional capacity
Papa Johns is an equal opportunity employer.
Everybody loves pizza, which means they also love the people who are behind the scenes working to deliver it. This is complex and challenging work – but let’s face it – it’s also pizza! If you want a fulfilling career with a company that’s always moving forward, we’re the right place.
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Top Skills
What We Do
Papa John's Pizza is an American restaurant company that runs the third largest take-out and pizza delivery restaurant.
Papa John's seeks people who have an entrepreneurial spirit and share our philosophy for success. Hands-on training, a clean and safe work environment, quality business practices, advancement opportunities and meaningful work combine to produce not only the best pizza, but also the best team members! Better Opportunities. Better People!
At Papa John's we call ourselves team members instead of employees because we believe it is only through a strong team we can produce the best experience for our customers. Whether at our corporate campus, distribution centers, our restaurants, or located internationally; Papa John's has a variety of positions for talented and passionate people.
Papa John's is an equal opportunity employer and provides excellent career opportunities for our entire team. Our company philosophies of promote from within and rewards based on performance are important elements of our company culture.
