Taco Bell · 1 day ago
Director, Field Finance
Irvine, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$164K/yr - $194K/yr
10+ years expTaco Bell is a global brand known for its Mexican-inspired quick service, and they are seeking a Director of Field Finance to lead their finance team. This role involves developing strategies to grow margin, driving top line sales, and collaborating cross-functionally to improve restaurant performance.
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Responsibilities
Financial Leadership: Own restaurant-level P&L performance and ensure company restaurants deliver expected returns
Margin Optimization: Lead the Taco Bell Margin Improvement Program, identifying and executing $5MM+ in annual savings opportunities in partnership with Food Innovation, Supply Chain, and Operations
Performance Analytics: Direct analysis of operating results, develop actionable insights, and provide strategic recommendations to improve business outcomes at the restaurant, market, and enterprise levels
Planning & Forecasting: Partner with FP&A and HR to develop annual compensation and incentive plans, manage cost of labor and semi-variable line items, and oversee quarterly forecasts and annual operating plans
Reporting & Insights: Enhance reporting packages, dashboards, and data automation tools in partnership with technology teams to deliver real-time insights for operators and executives
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Build strong relationships with Operations, HR, Payroll, and Technology leaders to align finance strategies with field execution
Executive Communication: Develop and deliver high-impact presentations for CFO, COO, and Field Leadership to articulate strategy, benchmark performance, and share results
Long-Range Planning: Lead long-term financial planning for field wage structure, business models, and return-on-investment analysis for development and special projects
Leadership & Influence: Inspire and challenge stakeholders by asking tough questions, pushing back when needed, and influencing decisions at VP and C-suite levels
Qualification
Required
BS required; analytical or business degree preferred
MBA a strong plus
10+ years relevant work experience (Consulting, Corporate Finance, Revenue Management, etc.)
Strong internal motivation, intellectual curiosity, and logical thinking
Experience coaching and leading multiple direct reports
Resourceful nature with an ability to build business cases through financial models, data, and relevant assumptions to drive action
Strong organizational skills; ability to proactively drive agenda and prioritize in a complex and fast-paced environment
Superb interpersonal and communication skills—both written and oral. Can develop persuasive executive-level presentations
Demonstrated success in a team environment requiring cross functional influence
Highly proficient in Excel and PowerPoint
Desire to have a large impact on our organization with a can-do attitude
Benefits
Hybrid work schedule (onsite expectation Tues, Wed, Thurs) and year-round flex day Friday
Onsite childcare through Bright Horizons
Onsite dining center and game room (yes, there is a Taco Bell inside the building)
Onsite dry cleaning, laundry services, carwash
Onsite gym with fitness classes and personal trainer sessions
Up to 4 weeks of vacation per year plus holidays and time off for volunteering
Generous parental leave for all new parents and adoption assistance program
401(k) with a 6% matching contribution from Yum! Brands with immediate vesting
Comprehensive medical & dental including prescription drug benefits and 100% preventive care
Discounts, free food, swag and… honestly, too many good benefits to name
Company
Taco Bell
Taco Bell is an American fast-food restaurant chain specializing in Tex-Mex meals. It is a sub-organization of Yum! Brands.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$13.7MKey Investors
Norwest Mezzanine Partners
2022-06-01Series A
2006-11-29Debt Financing· $13.7M
Leadership Team
Sean Tresvant
Chief Executive Officer, Taco Bell | Chief Consumer Officer, Yum! Brands
Meghan Farren
President, North America
Recent News
2025-12-27
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