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Who is Taco Bell?

Taco Bell was born and raised in California and has been around since 1962. We went from selling everyone's favorite Crunchy Tacos on the West Coast to a global brand with 8,500+ restaurants, 350 franchise organizations, that serve 42+ million fans each week around the globe. We're not only the largest Mexican-inspired quick service brand (QSR) in the world, we're also part of the biggest restaurant group in the world: Yum! Brands .

Much of our fan love and authentic connection with our communities are rooted in being rebels with a cause. From ensuring we use high quality, sustainable ingredients to elevating restaurant technology in ways that hasn't been done before... we will continue to be inclusive, bold, challenge the status quo and push industry boundaries.

We're a company that celebrates and advocates for different, has bold self-expression, strives for a better future, and brings the fun while we're at it. We fuel our culture with real people who bring unique experiences. We inspire and enable our teams and the world to Live Más.

At Taco Bell, we're Cultural Rebels. Want to join in on the passion-fueled fun? Learn more about the career below.

About the Job:

We're looking for a highly motivated Sr. Manager to lead the company's financial planning, forecasting, and reporting processes, while providing actionable insights that drive business performance. This role is ideal for an individual who can cultivate effective business partnerships, demonstrate critical thinking, and develop an executive-level story. You will own forecasting & reporting deliverables, maintain financial models, and support creation of presentation materials.

The Sr. Manager combines strong analytical and communication skills with the ability to translate complex financial information into clear, business-focused recommendations. You will also collaborate closely with the Field Finance, Marketing Analysis and Control teams to ensure alignment between plans and financial results.

The Day-to-Day:

+ Own the company financial planning process, including annual budgeting, quarterly forecasting, and period close reporting

+ Lead financial modeling, scenario planning, and ad-hoc analyses to support strategic decisions

+ Oversee deliverables for YUM Planning (e.g. YumCast, Intra-Quarter Forecast, etc.) and partner with Control to confirm accuracy and timeliness of financial results

+ Provide support for executive-level financial materials, presentations, board decks, performance insights

+ Collaborate cross-functionally with Finance, Development, Strategy, Ops, and others to support initiatives with financial guidance

+ Manage capital spending, including bi-annual updates and ensuring new stores are hitting hurdle targets

+ Maintain the Long-Range model to ensure that results and decisions are keeping the Brand on track to deliver on its 2030 goals

+ Champion continuous improvement, including implementation of planning tools & systems to enhance efficiency

Is This You?

+ Bachelor's degree, MBA preferred

+ Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience (e.g. corporate finance, restaurant, multi-unit retail)

+ Proven experience leading an FP&A function, including building an annual operating plan

+ Exceptional financial modeling, storytelling, and communication skills

+ Strong leadership presence with the ability to influence senior leaders

+ As a leader you are strategic & analytical, able to lead and facilitate meetings that drive alignment and results

+ Demonstrated coaching skills, with at least 2 years in a managerial capacity

Work-Hard, Play-Hard:

+ Hybrid work schedule (onsite expectation Tues, Wed, Thurs) and year-round flex day Friday

+ Onsite childcare through Bright Horizons

+ Onsite dining center and game room (yes, there is a Taco Bell inside the building)

+ Onsite dry cleaning, laundry services, carwash,

+ Onsite gym with fitness classes and personal trainer sessions

+ Up to 4 weeks of vacation per year plus holidays and time off for volunteering

+ Generous parental leave for all new parents and adoption assistance program

+ 401(k) with a 6% matching contribution from Yum! Brands with immediate vesting

+ Comprehensive medical & dental including prescription drug benefits and 100% preventive care

+ Discounts, free food, swag and... honestly, too many good benefits to name

Salary Range: $167,600 to $184,900 annually + bonus eligibility + benefits

The above represents the expected salary range for this job requisition. Ultimately, in determining your pay, we'll consider your location, experience, and other job-related factors.

At Taco Bell, we Live Más and invite you to do the same. Take a seat at our table. Bring your voice. Bring you, just as you are, a Cultural Rebel. We want you to be your best self!

Taco Bell is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to equity, inclusion, and belonging for all dimensions of diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, age, or any other protected characteristic.

Taco Bell is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities or special needs.

US Job Seekers/Employees - To view the "Know Your Rights" poster, click here . You may also access Taco Bell's Pay Transparency Policy Statement.

Employment eligibility to work with Taco Bell in the U.S. is required as the company will not pursue visa sponsorship for this position.

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