Financial Planning & Analysis Specialist

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 & Analysis Specialist, you play a key role in turning data into insight that helps our leaders make smarter, bolder decisions. By building forecasts, analyzing performance, and partnering with teams across the business, you help ensure Whataburger’s growth is both disciplined and dynamic.

In this role, you Make a Difference by uncovering risks and opportunities that shape financial outcomes. You Serve with Heart by supporting partners with clear, timely insights they can trust. You Win as One by collaborating across teams to align assumptions, priorities, and results. And you Move Forward Boldly by improving models, reporting, and processes that help us plan for what’s next.

Day-to-Day Ingredients — Responsibilities

As a Financial Planning & Analysis Specialist, you will:

• Build and maintain financial forecasts and budgets
• Perform variance analysis and identify key performance drivers
• Develop and enhance financial models to support planning and decision‑making
• Analyze financial and operational data to surface risks and opportunities
• Partner with business stakeholders to develop assumptions and insights
• Prepare recurring and ad hoc financial reports
• Support long‑range planning and strategic initiatives
• Improve reporting tools and processes for efficiency and accuracy

The Sauce — Pay & Perks

As a Financial Planning & Analysis Specialist, 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 & Analysis Specialist, you must have: 

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
• 2+ years of experience in financial analysis, planning, or related roles
• Strong financial modeling and analytical skills
• Intermediate Excel proficiency (formulas, modeling, data analysis)
• Solid business acumen and understanding of financial drivers
• Strong problem‑solving and critical‑thinking skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment
• Clear, effective communication and stakeholder‑partnering skills

Extra Toppings — Desired Experience

As a Financial Planning & Analysis Specialist, we prefer you to have: 

• Experience supporting forecasting, budgeting, or long‑range planning cycles
• Exposure to large data sets or financial reporting tools
• Experience improving or automating reporting processes
• Background partnering with cross‑functional or operational teams

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.

*Eligibility rules may apply