Manager – Financial Analysis

Domino’s, which began in 1960 as a single store location in Ypsilanti, MI, has had a lot to celebrate lately: we’re a reshaped, re-energized brand of honesty, transparency and accountability – not to mention, great food! In the rise to becoming a true technology leader, the brand is now consistently one of the top five companies in online transactions and 50% of our sales in the U.S. are taken through digital channels. The brand continues to ‘deliver the dream’ to local business owners, 90% of which started as delivery drivers and pizza makers in our stores. That’s just the tip of the iceberg…or as we might say, one “slice” of the pie! If this sounds like a brand you’d like to be a part of, consider joining our team!

Job Description

The Finance Manager conducts sales analysis, financial modeling, forecasting, reporting, and analysis for applicable constituents. This position monitors and reviews monthly transaction activity and assesses the impact on business results. This position assists the business with financial analysis, quarterly forecasts, operating plan variance analysis, annual budgeting process, analysis of actual results, and financial reporting

Provide financial, analytical and business consulting support to franchisees and Domino’s Pizza Field Team.

Identify opportunities for financial analytical and business consulting support by building relationships with DPZ Field Team and franchisees.

Assist with the development of and/or evaluation of Master and Area Franchisee business plans and financial statements. Provide feedback to the appropriate party.

Develop and maintain relationships with appropriate key franchisee personnel to identify opportunities for DPZ to provide support to the market.

Quantify and analyze profitability potential by contribution center, as well as potential for accelerated growth and barriers to reaching local critical mass.

Develop recommendations for improving franchisee profitability and accelerating growth, including acquisitions and conversions.

Work with Regional VPs and Franchisee Consultants to provide quantitative data and to develop proposals and make recommendations to upper management.

Assist in the implementation of all opportunities identified and proposals/requests made, as appropriate.

Provide Domino’s Pizza Management Support (DPZ Internal Support)

Identify and analyze strategic opportunities to improve DPZ’s return on revenues or investment

Assist regional field teams with the development of annual strategic plans, budgets and market support objectives

Develop relationships with key DPZ and corporate finance team members to identify and provide support where needed.

Oversee management and Board of Directors reporting and presentations

Serve as a member of Company-wide cross-functional teams as appropriate

Monitor compliance with Capex approval process and expedite approvals where necessary

Work closely with IS team and other support areas to build, rollout new enterprise systems and reporting

Manage the DPZ Financial Analysis team.

Supervise the work of the DPZ Finance Team

Set goals and accountabilities for direct reports.

Provide oversight to the DPZ franchise incentives program and keys collection process.

Engage the team to support divisional and corporate objectives.

Provide development coaching and training as needed. Promote an environment and opportunities that are conductive to learning the DPZ business in areas beyond each team members’ direct responsibilities. Conduct performance appraisals.

Develop and maintain plans to ensure the necessary backup coverage is in place for all team responsibilities.

Lead the preparation of annual budgets and periodic forecasts.

Work closely with the senior leadership to develop the annual budget, including key metrics such as store growth, exchange rate assumptions and expense projections.

Supervise the preparation of periodic Flash and other ongoing forecasts for DPZ and Home Office Finance, including detailed reconciliations.

Manage accounts and notes receivable for DPZ

Establish/maintain credit limits and policies for DPZ Master Franchisees.

Review all delinquency reports and aging schedules on an ongoing basis.

Advise DPZ leadership and team members on all major delinquencies.

Work with DPZ field team and franchisees to resolve delinquencies.

Qualifications

MBA preferred; CPA a plus

5+ years of progressive finance, accounting, or financial planning/analysis experience

Experience in forecasting, budgeting, and variance analysis

Retail, franchisee, restaurant, food, or beverage experience preferred

Proficiency in Excel and other analytical software tools

Highly developed communication and presentation skills

Proven ability to work successfully with people of diverse backgrounds

Ability to serve in multiple cross-functional roles at the senior and regional management level

Willingness to travel (15-25%)