Based in Atlanta, GA, Proof of the Pudding has served top-notch cuisine, service and design for clients nationwide for more than 45 years. At state-of-the-art convention centers, sports arenas, collegiate stadiums, cultural landmarks, and at world-class golf courses, yacht shows and motorsports facilities, Proof’s passion for elevated hospitality, service and quality is served daily via custom creative menus. The Company’s list of partnerships includes PGA Tour, Gas South Arena, Michelin Raceway & Tower, The World of Coca-Cola, The Carter Presidential Center, Georgia Tech University, Duke University, Mississippi State University, Wake Forest University and Emory Sports Medicine Complex. Proof’s services include food service and venue management, premium sports and entertainment, large-scale corporate and social events and wedding catering, customer service training and catering consulting. The Company’s demonstrated expertise has been recognized with a variety of industry awards, most recently with BizBash’s Industry Innovator Award. In 2023, Proof of the Pudding received investment from Bruin Capital, a global sports and entertainment investment company.
JOB DESCRIPTION
The Senior Financial Analyst is responsible for forecasting, budget, monthly reporting, and ad hoc financial analysis across the Proof of the Pudding portfolio. This role will coordinate with operations and accounting on a monthly basis to provide variance explanations, update the forecast, prepare cash flow projections, and perform ad hoc profitability and contract analysis. Additionally, this role will assist in the financial analysis of new business opportunities and M&A.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Financial Analysis
- Analyzes, consolidates, and interprets financial data and provides insightful and actionable reports and summaries.
- Identifies key performance metrics and builds financial models for profitability analysis, new business opportunities and M&A
- Performs detailed research and variance analysis against forecasts, budget and prior year linking variances to key performance metrics.
- Works closely with cross functional teams to gather and analyze relevant information in order to present insightful findings, analyses, and recommendations to management.
Forecast and Budget
- Monitors and analyzes results of financial data and key business metrics to determine progress against plans, forecasts, and budgets.
- Prepares monthly forecast and annual budget for P&L and Cash Flow and ensures accuracy within financial systems
- Assists in the development and preparation of the monthly financial results packages and presentations for senior leadership teams.
Financial Reporting
- Prepares and automates detailed financial reports, dashboards and presentations for management and the finance team.
- Prepares variance analysis reports of company’s actual forecast and budget financial results.
- Reconciles financial systems to ensure business data is accurately reflected in financial reporting.
- Prepares ad hoc reports and responds to financial analysis requests.
Performs other related as needed.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; CPA or CMA is required.
- 6+ years of relevant experience in hospitality finance, financial planning & analysis, or other related fields.
- Strong working knowledge of Excel and financial modeling
- Excellent analytical, decision-making, and problem solving skills
- Attention to accuracy and detail required
CORE VALUE AND COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS
- Business Acumen - Demonstrate comprehension of the job, including policies, practices, and relationships. Possess the expertise and skill levels required of the job and perform with quality.
- Dedication - Dependable, reliable and follows through on projects from inception to completion. Willing to put in as much time as necessary to complete tasks. Demonstrate a win-win attitude: “see it, own it, solve it.”
- Ethics and Integrity - Acts with integrity, honesty and knowledge that promote the company’s culture, values and beliefs while maintaining the highest standards of professional conduct.
- Safety & Security - Observe safety and security standards. Use equipment and materials properly. Comply with safety standards and personal protective equipment requirements. Report potential unsafe conditions or practices to appropriate person immediately. Promote restaurant safety, cleanliness and security compliance at all times.
- Teamwork - Cooperate and be willing to work as a team player to achieve goals and tasks accurately, efficiently and timely.
- Communication - Communicate clearly and effectively with mutual respect, understanding and trust to fellow associates, managers, supervisors and guests. Listen carefully to opinions and views of others; state understanding of what has been heard.
- Initiative - Contribute new ideas and suggestions to enhance productivity and efficiency. Be proactive in troubleshooting problems or issues and take action to mitigate potential problems.
- Adaptability & Planning - Possess the ability to learn new tasks and adjusts well to new situations. Perform well under tight time schedules and pressures to change direction quickly.
- Service Orientation - Demonstrates a sense of urgency. Is welcoming, friendly and smiles when visible to guests.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
This position will mainly consist of in-office work which entails computer usage, interdepartmental meetings and communications. This position’s duties may change based upon business needs and/or busy event schedules.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
- This is considered a full-time salary position.
- Daily lunches in the office
- Proof is pleased to provide all full-time eligible employees with Basic Life and AD&D as well as long term disability at no cost to employees
- Full-time eligible employees may choose to enroll in optional benefits, including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Voluntary Life and AD&D, Short Term Disability, Voluntary Accident, Voluntary Critical Illness, and Voluntary Hospitality Indemnity
- Additional benefits include a cell phone stipend.
Proof of the Pudding and its affiliates are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusion and employing a diverse workforce. All applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, disability, or other legally protected characteristics.
