Whataburger

Financial Planning & Analysis Senior Director

Whataburger  •  United States (Onsite)  •  3 hours ago
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Job Description

Welcome to Whataburger Careers!

Our Flavor — Why Whataburger

Whataburger isn’t just a fast-food burger chain it is where bold leadership starts — and where potential doesn’t just grow, it heats up. Whether you're leading the line or working behind the scenes, this is the place where opportunities stack up, and every day gives you a chance to Make a Difference.

Since 1950, we’ve invested in people who lead with integrity, Serve with Heart, and bring their best flavor to the team. We believe in working together, speaking up, having a little fun, and Winning as One — because great burgers (and great teams) start with the right ingredients. If you're ready — to learn, grow, impact, and Move Forward Boldly — we’ve got your back and your path cooked to perfection.

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 a Financial Planning and Analysis Senior Director, you must have:

  • Bachelor’s 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 You’ll Work

This role is based at the San Antonio Home Office, working on‑site Monday through Thursday with remote flexibility on Fridays. In this role, you’ll have strong collaboration with leadership, across cross-functional teams, and with external partners to align capabilities with restaurant realities. The work environment is fast‑paced and requires sound judgment, strategic thinking, and strong collaboration skills. Full‑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.

Whataburger is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, veteran status, age, or other condition or status protected by law. Whataburger participates in the federal E-Verify Program. For more information go to www.dhs.gov/E-Verify. E-Verify is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.

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300 Concord Plaza Dr San Antonio TX 78216-6903

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About Whataburger

On Aug. 8, 1950, an adventurous and determined entrepreneur named Harmon Dobson opened up the world’s first Whataburger on Ayers Street in Corpus Christi, Texas. He had a simple goal: to serve a burger so big it took two hands to hold and so good that after one bite customers would say, “What a burger!” He succeeded on both counts and turned that one little burger stand into a legend loved throughout Texas and the South.

Today, each and every Whataburger is made to order, right when it’s ordered. And they’re still made with 100 percent pure, never-frozen beef and served on a big toasted five-inch bun with all “the extras” to suit your taste. Grilled jalapeños, extra bacon, three slices of cheese, no tomatoes, extra pickles? No problem. Your Whataburger will be made just like you like it, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Whataburger’s following has grown exponentially in its more than 75-year history, thanks to a number of features, including its famous burgers and growing list of menu items, its iconic orange-and-white-striped restaurants and its famous Fancy Ketchup.

Whataburger is more than a burger chain. It’s a place that feels like home to more than 51,000 employees, called Family Members, and millions of customers. It’s a brand built on pride, care and love. It’s a place people count on in their communities. It’s a place where goodness lives. So now with more than 1,100 Whataburger restaurants across 16 states stretching from Las Vegas to the Carolinas, road-trippers and hometown folks alike continue gathering under the big orange-and-white roofs for fresh, made-to-order burgers and friendly service.

Industry
Food & Beverage
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
San Antonio, Texas
Year Founded
1950
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