Associate Financial Analyst

They say you are the company you keep - and at Cracker Barrel, we take that seriously. At the Store Support Center, we’re in the business of serving those who serve our guests. Whether you’re designing solutions, telling our story, or setting our teams up for success, your work makes a difference every single day. Here, the work means more because we take pride in doing it together. So, join our team and find your place, because here...we’re all in good company.

What You'll Do - You'll Make the Moment

• Maintain weekly and monthly tracking of key financial metrics to support ongoing performance monitoring.
• Deliver accurate, fast-turnaround ad hoc analyses or reports as requested.
• Partner with Menu Strategy, Off-Premise, and Operations teams to design and implement structured tests for new business initiatives, monitor performance throughout, and deliver clear, well-supported evaluations of overall effectiveness.
• Communicate analysis and findings clearly and proactively to both technical and non-technical audiences, effectively framing insights to support decision-making.
• Support the forecasting of sales and volume trends to inform broader business planning.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with cross-functional teams, approaching each request with professionalism, humility, and a strong sense of ownership.

Experience and Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Business, or a related field.

• 0-2 years of relevant experience.

Knowledge and Skills

• Strong critical-thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with sharp attention to detail.

• Curious and creative, with sound judgment and a genuine interest in the business drivers behind results.

• Self-motivated, with the ability to anticipate business needs and act proactively.

• Professional, team-oriented demeanor with a willingness to support team success.

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred

• Programming background or data-cleaning knowledge. Working knowledge of SQL and Tableau.

• Working knowledge of financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting principles.

• Familiarity with the restaurant and/or retail industry.

Focus on You

We're all about making sure you're taken care of too. Here's what's in it for you:

• Good Work Deserves Good Pay: Competitive Annual Salary | Annual Bonus Opportunities

• Support That Goes Beyond the Clock: Medical, Rx, Dental and Vision Benefits on Day 1| Life Insurance and Disability Coverage | Paid Vacation/Employee Assistance Program

• Grow and Thrive Your Way: Business Resource Groups | Tuition Reimbursement | Professional Development

• Culture of Belonging: Support that starts on day one | Onboarding, training, and development to help you thrive | Recognition programs and employee events that bring us together

• Invest in Your Future: 401k Plan with Company Matching Contributions at 90 days | Employee Stock Purchase Program

• More Perks, Just Because: 35% Discount on Cracker Barrel Food and Retail items | Exclusive Biscuit Perks like discounts on home, travel, cell phones, and more!

A Little About Us

Since 1969, Cracker Barrel has been a place to gather around delicious food, abundant servings, unexpected finds, and a warm welcome. Over time, it's become even more - somewhere folks can reconnect and feel at home. With more than 70,000 team members nationwide, we take pride in our roots -- always serving up more than a meal.

See for yourself. Apply now.

Cracker Barrel is an equal opportunity employer.

Qualified applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, age, marital status, medical condition, disability or any other class expressly protected by law.

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