• Manager, Strategic Finance

    Papa John's International (Atlanta, GA)


    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.

     

    It is the policy of Papa John’s to provide equal employment opportunities for all applicants and team members without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status or civil partnership, national or ethnic origin, pregnancy or maternity, veteran status, uniformed service (as defined by 10 U.S.C. §101 (a)(5)), protected disability status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender reassignment, or gender expression, or any other characteristic protected by statute or law.