Director of Financial Planning and Analysis

We’re an international restaurant concept known for our delicious, signature Korean double-fried chicken. Our 500 restaurants are in 8 countries around the world and both our fan base and the number of restaurants are growing rapidly. We have 150+ locations in the US and our domestic growth rate is one of the best in the industry. Bonchon is world-famous for its’ Korean fried chicken coated with our signature sauces.

In addition to our fried chicken, Bonchon offers a full Asian-fusion menu. Our team is expanding, and we’re looking for sizzling talent that’s ready to push boundaries while maintaining the Bonchon standards of excellence.

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Director of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) to partner closely with the VP of Finance and senior leadership. This role will lead financial planning, forecasting, and analytical initiatives, providing data-driven insights that support decision-making and drive sustainable business growth across both franchise and company-owned operations.

• Partner with the VP of Finance and executive leadership to develop, evaluate, and optimize the company’s financial and strategic plans.
• Support the annual budgeting and forecasting process in coordination with the VP of Finance and Global Finance team.
• Deliver comprehensive sales and performance analysis for franchise and company-owned restaurants, including:
  • Year-over-year same-store sales analysis (sales, transactions, and average check)
• Design, automate, and enhance financial reporting, data mining, and analytical tools.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Marketing, Operations, Supply Chain, and Development to provide insights and recommendations related to:
  • Marketing campaigns and promotions
  • Limited-Time Offers (LTOs)
  • New menu launches and pricing strategies
  • Theoretical food cost modeling and master data ownership
  • Opportunities to improve restaurant-level economics
• Conduct in-depth financial and operational analysis across all business units, including franchise operations, company-owned restaurants, and product sales, to assess performance against budget and forecast.
• Identify and recommend initiatives to improve profitability, including revenue growth and cost optimization opportunities.
• Work closely with the Accounting team to ensure budgets are accurately reflected in financial statements.
• Lead and support ad hoc analyses and special projects as requested by the VP of Finance and executive management.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or CA preferred.

• Strong experience with the Mirus system, knowledge of Aloha POS a plus.
• Exceptional analytical capabilities, with expert-level Excel skills (including pivot tables, macros) and experience using BI and reporting tools.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in the food & beverage industry, with deep knowledge of franchise and equity-based business models; restaurant industry experience strongly preferred.
• Proven ability to translate complex data into clear insights and actionable recommendations for senior leadership.
• Strong problem solving and root cause analysis skills, combined with proven ability to communicate analyses.
• Able to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.