Business Analyst

POSITION SUMMARY: The Business Analyst works closely with Business Consultants and cross-functional partners to help franchisees understand financial performance, develop business plans, and drive sustainable growth. The ideal candidate must have high proficiency with data and business analytics, be financially astute, and confident presenting insights to other professionals.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Partner with Business Consultants to support franchisees in improving financial and operational performance.
• Analyze financial statements, including income statement and balance sheet and provide insights and perspective to a franchisee.
• Develop, document, and support franchisee store level annual business planning process while executing performance improvement strategies.
• Create financial metrics, reports, and presentations for franchisees and internal stakeholders.
• Participate in virtual franchisee presentations, including webinars and online meetings.
• Travel periodically to franchise locations to provide on-site business support.
• Support planning and execution of the Annual Franchisee Convention, including content development and data analysis.
• Assist the VP of Franchise Business Support with cross-departmental initiatives and special projects.
• Collaborate with internal teams (Finance, Operations, Marketing, Training) to align franchisee support efforts.
• Help standardize reporting tools, templates, and best practices for franchisee financial analysis.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of professional experience in financial analysis, accounting, or business analysis.
• Excellent skills in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel and PowerPoint.
• Ability to translate financial data into clear, actionable insights.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work directly with franchisees.
• Well organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities in a remote environment.
• Ability to learn quickly and creatively solve new problems.
• Ability to adapt to change.
• Ability to negotiate and settle differences quickly and peacefully.
• Willingness to travel up to 20% of the time.

PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

BENEFITS:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings and Flexible Savings Accounts
• 401(k) with company match
• Short/Long Term Disability – Paid by Company
• Paid Life Insurance – Paid by Company
• Paid time off and holidays
• Remote work flexibility
• Professional development opportunities
• Employee Discounts