Your Recipe for Impact — What You’ll Do
As a Financial Planning and Analysis Senior Director, you’ll serve as a strategic leader shaping the financial future of the business—turning data into insight and insight into action. In this role, you’ll help Make a Difference by delivering forward-looking analysis that drives smarter decisions and long-term growth. You’ll Serve with Heart by partnering across teams to support leaders with clarity, transparency, and trust. By bringing people, processes, and performance together, you’ll Win as One—aligning priorities and building a unified path forward. And through bold thinking, innovation, and continuous improvement, you’ll help the organization Move Forward Boldly in a dynamic, ever-evolving environment
Day-to-Day Ingredients — Responsibilities
As a Financial Planning and Analysis Senior Director, you will:
- Lead enterprise-wide financial planning, forecasting, and budgeting processes
- Translate complex financial data into actionable insights for executive leadership
- Develop and maintain long-range financial models and scenario planning (baseline, best, worst case)
- Partner cross-functionally to align financial strategies with operational goals
- Identify risks and opportunities, driving proactive recommendations and solutions
- Oversee creation of executive-level financial presentations for leadership and board discussions
- Guide financial analysis for strategic initiatives, including investments and acquisitions
- Establish governance, processes, and standards to optimize financial operations
- Monitor performance trends and key drivers to influence business outcomes
- Build, coach, and develop high-performing FP&A teams and future leaders
The Sauce — Pay & Perks
As a Financial Planning and Analysis Senior Director, you will receive:
- Competitive Weekly Pay
- Bonus Program that scales up to 2.5X payout potential based on company results
- 5 weeks PTO
- Flex Weeks
- Paid Corporate Holidays
- Paid Parental Leave*
- 401(k) match $1/$1 up to 4%
- Competitive Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits*
- Short-term and Long-term Disability Benefits*
- Opportunities for Career Development and Growth
- Whataburger Family Foundation - Scholarship Program (dependents eligible) and Hardship Grant Assistance
- Discounted Meals for You and a Guest
- Wireless Service Discounts
- Computer & Software Discounts
- Fitness / Gym Discounts
- Awards and recognition for all you do
- Retirement Celebration Program
What You Bring to the Table — Required Experience
As aFinancial Planning and Analysis Senior Director, youmust have:
- Bachelor27s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field
- 10+ years of progressive experience in financial planning, analysis, or related roles
- 5+ years of leadership experience managing teams and strategic programs
- Advanced financial modeling, forecasting, and analytical expertise
- Strong business acumen with ability to translate data into strategic insights
- Proven ability to influence senior leaders and drive cross-functional alignment
- Experience developing budgets, long-term plans, and executive-level reporting
- Exceptional communication, presentation, and storytelling skills
- Ability to think strategically while executing in a fast-paced environment
- Proficiency in financial systems and tools (e.g., Excel, reporting platforms)
Extra Toppings — Desired Experience
As a Financial Planning and Analysis Senior Director, we prefer you to have:
- MBA, CPA, or other advanced financial certification
- Experience in multi-unit, restaurant, retail, or hospitality industries
- Background supporting mergers, acquisitions, or large-scale strategic initiatives
- Knowledge of enterprise financial systems (e.g., JD Edwards or similar)
- Experience building financial governance frameworks and process improvements
- Familiarity with macroeconomic and market trend analysis (e.g., PESTLE)
- Track record of leading large, cross-functional transformation efforts
Where & How You27ll Work
This role is based at the San Antonio Home Office, working on9-site Monday through Thursday with remote flexibility on Fridays. In this role, you27ll have strong collaboration with leadership, across cross-functional teams, and with external partners to align capabilities with restaurant realities. The work environment is fast9-paced and requires sound judgment, strategic thinking, and strong collaboration skills. Full9-time availability is required, with occasional extended hours based on business needs, along with occasional travel to properties, project sites, and external meetings. Candidates must reside within commuting distance of the San Antonio Home Office.
