Sr. International Financial Analyst - 10004-Charlotte- NC - Hawkins (Charlotte, NC)

Since its founding in 1937, Krispy Kreme's focus has remained the same - making fresh doughnuts using our founder's original recipe. The brand's iconic Hot Light lets consumers know when doughnuts are being made in the shop so they can stop in and enjoy them hot, right off the line.

Krispy Kreme's Senior Financial Analyst, International Franchise Finance plays a critical role in supporting the financial planning, forecasting, reporting, and performance management of Krispy Kreme's International Franchise business. Reporting to the Director, International Finance and partnering closely with finance leaders across our international markets, this position provides meaningful financial insights that support strategic decision-making and drive profitable growth. This role is responsible for leading the monthly forecasting process, performing financial analysis, preparing executive reporting, and identifying risks and opportunities across the International Franchise business. The ideal candidate is analytical, intellectually curious, embraces emerging technologies, and thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative global environment.

A TASTE OF WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:

• Lead the monthly forecasting process for International Franchise markets by partnering with regional finance teams to deliver accurate and timely forecasts.
• Perform monthly variance analysis, identifying key business drivers versus budget, forecast, and prior year, and communicate risks, opportunities, and emerging trends to Finance Leadership.
• Prepare executive reporting, quarterly business reviews, presentations, and financial models to support strategic decision-making.
• Support the annual budget, long-range planning, and month-end and quarter-end financial reporting processes.
• Partner with International Franchise teams to improve forecast accuracy, reporting consistency, and financial visibility.
• Collaborate with Accounting, Treasury, Investor Relations, FP&A, and other cross-functional teams to ensure alignment across enterprise reporting.
• Drive continuous improvement by enhancing reporting processes, automating recurring analyses, and leveraging AI-enabled tools, Power BI, OneStream, and other analytics solutions to improve efficiency and business insights.
• Analyze large, complex data sets using data queries and analytical tools to identify trends, improve reporting quality, and generate actionable insights.
• Support ad hoc financial analyses, executive presentations, and strategic initiatives as business needs evolve.
• Build effective relationships with global stakeholders and maintain the flexibility to collaborate across multiple international time zones, including occasional early morning or evening meetings.

YOUR RECIPE FOR SUCCESS:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting required.
• 4+ years of progressive finance experience, preferably in FP&A, commercial finance, or corporate finance.
• Experience supporting planning, forecasting, budgeting, and financial reporting processes.
• Multi-location and/or Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) industry experience preferred.
• Experience supporting international operations or global finance preferred.
• Experience leveraging AI-powered productivity, automation, or analytics tools within finance or business planning is highly preferred.
• Strong financial modeling and analytical skills with the ability to translate complex data into actionable business insights.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skills.
• Experience with Power BI, OneStream, Oracle, and business intelligence or data visualization tools preferred.
• Strong aptitude for leveraging AI, automation, and emerging technologies to improve financial analysis, reporting, and decision-making.
• Ability to work with large, complex data sets and use data queries to support analysis and reporting.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to influence stakeholders across a global organization.
• Strong attention to detail while maintaining a strategic perspective.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, build collaborative relationships, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Naturally curious with a continuous improvement mindset and a willingness to adapt to the needs of a global business.

*The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed by the employees assigned to this job and are not the official job description for the position. The official job description will be provided during the application/interview process.

BENEFITS:

• Comprehensive benefits (medical, vision, and dental insurance)
• Employee discount program
• 401K plan
• Generous PTO Plan
• Company events
• Education Reimbursement
• Adoption Assistance
• Life Insurance
• FSA/HSA Plans
• Pet Insurance

Learn more at www.kkbenefits.com

WHY KRISPY KREME?

At Krispy Kreme, we focus on:

• Loving People:
• Our global culture is best captured by our Leadership Mix, a dozen behaviors that define how we work with one another across the world and give back to our communities. Check out our leadership mix here.
• Belonging happens once each Krispy Kremer knows their bold authentic self is welcomed, dignified, and loved, where their wonderfully original identities flourish and thrive.
• Loving Communities:
• At Krispy Kreme, sharing joy is at the center of everything we do, and we strive to inspire this in our communities. Our brand purpose truly shines through our Acts of Joy and community fundraising initiatives.
• In the U.S., we have been donating unsold doughnuts to local food banks, with a goal of bringing a smile to our consumers as they enjoy a small, sweet treat. We partner with Feeding America and Convoy of Hope, who in turn partner with organizations nationwide to distribute donations to people in need through diverse types of programs and services.
• In 2022, we helped community groups raise $40 million globally. Last year in the U.S., we supported more than 83,000 fundraising events, raising nearly $37 million.
• Loving Planet:
• We have been conducting a multi-year global GHG emissions assessment to establish an emissions baseline, using this foundation to soon set goals for greenhouse gas emission reductions.
• We are working on reducing food waste through donation efforts, animal feed, and composting programs.

Krispy Kreme is an Equal Opportunity Employer:?

At Krispy Kreme, we believe that your originality sweetens our recipe. We value the diverse ingredients of the ethnicity, national origin, race, age, sex, gender, intersex, or veteran status of every individual. We strive for an inclusive culture that allows each of our peeps to bring their bold authentic self to work regardless of their religion, gender identity & expression, sexual orientation, or disability.?

About Krispy Kreme

Headquartered in Charlotte, N.C., Krispy Kreme is one of the most beloved and well-known sweet treat brands in the world. Our iconic Original Glazed doughnut is universally recognized for its hot-off-the-line, melt-in-your-mouth experience. Krispy Kreme operates in more than 35 countries through its unique network of fresh doughnut shops, partnerships with leading retailers, and a rapidly growing Ecommerce and delivery business with more than 14,000 fresh points of access. Our purpose of touching and enhancing lives through the joy that is Krispy Kreme guides how we operate every day and is reflected in the love we have for our people, our communities and the planet. Connect with Krispy Kreme Doughnuts at www.KrispyKreme.com, or on one of its many social media channels, including www.Facebook.com/KrispyKreme and www.Twitter.com/KrispyKreme.