Manager of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP & A) – Financial Analysis

Job Description

Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) | Better Buzz Coffee

The Tone:
This is a full-time role at Better Buzz Coffee, located in San Diego, CA (UTC area). Better Buzz Coffee is a growing company, founded in 2002, with locations across California, Nevada, and Arizona, committed to roasting its own organic, fair trade, and rainforest-certified coffee. The Manager of FP&A will lead key financial activities including budgeting, forecasting, and analysis, providing critical insights and recommendations to senior management. This role is essential for supporting the company’s continuous growth, financial health, and strategic decision-making.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person, San Diego, CA
• Pay: $125000–$150000 yearly
• Team: Reports to the Chief Financial Officer; manages internal Analysts and external accounting team.
• Mission: Owns the company’s financial planning, forecasting, and analysis to drive strategic decision-making and optimize performance and profitability.
• Tech Stack: Excel, Power Point, database programming

What You’ll Actually Do
• Strategic Planning: Coordinate with the Chief Financial Officer on long-term financial planning to accurately predict current and future company performance.
• Forecasting & Budgeting: Lead the comprehensive financial forecasting, planning, and budgeting processes, including the preparation of annual budgets and monthly forecasts.
• Performance Analysis: Manage and deliver timely and accurate weekly and monthly reporting and analysis on key performance metrics, identifying key insights and trends while providing actionable recommendations for improvement.
• Growth Analytics: Partner with the development and operations teams to conduct analytics and measurements for new stores, focusing on capital expenditures, restaurant-level profits, and returns on investment.
• Team Leadership: Manage and develop internal Analysts, providing coaching and guidance as needed, and collaborate with the external accounting team to ensure cohesive financial operations.

The Must-Haves
• Background: An MBA is required, alongside progressive experience gained in private equity, investment banking, or a strategy consulting firm, complemented by a BS in Accounting or Finance.
• Experience: Requires a minimum of 5 years of strong and progressive experience in financial planning & analysis, demonstrating a track record of increasing responsibility.
• Skills: Advanced proficiency with Excel, Power Point, and database programming; exceptional analytical and data modeling skills crucial for improving operational performance; strong written and verbal communication skills to interact effectively with senior executives, management, and business staff at all levels.
• Bonus: Prior accounting experience within the Food and Beverage or Hospitality Industry is considered a significant plus.