Associate Finance Manager - Pizza Hut Equity

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY:

The Associate Finance Manager – Pizza Hut Equity will serve as the senior finance leader and strategic partner on the Equity Leadership team, owning the financial health of a growing portfolio of 74+ company-owned restaurants. This role carries full accountability for P&L performance, forecasting strategy, capital investment decisions, and financial governance, and is expected to independently drive executive-level decision-making across the portfolio. The ideal candidate will bring proven leadership experience, sharp business judgment, and the ability to influence senior stakeholders and shape long-term profitable growth strategy.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

P&L Management & Monthly Reviews

• Own and direct monthly financial reviews and variance analysis across all markets, setting the strategic agenda for performance discussions
• Serve as the primary financial advisor to senior field leadership, shaping decisions and influencing strategy at the executive level
• Establish and govern the Operations metrics and bonus structure framework, with final approval authority over monthly bonuses for Restaurant Managers and Area Coaches

Quarterly Forecasting & Budgeting

• Lead and own the quarterly forecast process end-to-end, and direct the annual budgeting strategy in close partnership with senior operations and finance leadership
• Set the strategic direction for scenario modeling and long-range planning, presenting recommendations directly to executive leadership

Profit Optimization & Strategic Analysis

• Drive the strategic agenda for restaurant-level profitability, identifying and championing high-impact initiatives across the portfolio
• Lead cross-functional initiatives such as preventative maintenance programs and cost structure transformation, owning outcomes and reporting results to senior leadership
• Direct the development of Power BI and Excel dashboards and performance reporting standards used to inform executive decision-making

CapEx Management

• Own capital expenditure strategy and governance, with authority over ROI analysis and investment prioritization
• Set and enforce alignment between capital investment strategy and overall operational priorities, advising senior leadership on trade-offs and portfolio-wide impact

Accounting & Payables

• Own governance of invoice processing and vendor payment strategy, setting policy and controls across the portfolio
• Ensure the accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with financial controls

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Lead compensation strategy and planning discussions with HR for hourly and salaried roles, advising senior leadership on structure and impact
• Act as a strategic partner to operations, finance, and marketing leadership, aligning cross-functional business goals and driving portfolio-wide performance

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• 8–10+ years of progressive finance leadership experience, preferably in restaurant or retail operations, with a track record of owning P&L results at scale
• Demonstrated success leading financial strategy, modeling, and forecasting for a multi-unit or multi-site portfolio
• Strong executive presence with the ability to influence senior stakeholders and translate complex data into strategic recommendations
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Power BI, with experience directing reporting and analytics standards
• Exceptional communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills, with experience managing or influencing cross-functional teams
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field required; MBA or advanced degree preferred

The posted salary range is the expected salary range for this position. Ultimately, in determining pay, we'll consider the successful candidate’s location, experience, and other job-related factors.