Business Analyst

Who We Are At Salted, we're leading the charge to build the next generation of the restaurant industry. We focus on making better-for-you cuisine accessible while offering clean-label, plant-driven, and most importantly – delicious food. Join us in shaping the future of the restaurant industry and be part of our innovative culinary journey! The Role This is not a traditional FP&A role. You'll sit at the intersection of finance and operations, using real-time data from our kitchens and markets to understand what's happening on the ground and translate that into clear, actionable insights that drive the business forward. You'll own core reporting and forecasting, and you'll help shape how we use data to make decisions. That includes identifying inefficiencies, improving performance, and partnering directly with operators to solve real problems in a fast-moving environment. Your Impact Own core reporting across locations and districts, and continuously improve and automate it so the team can focus on insights, not manual work Build and maintain a rolling forecast grounded in real operational inputs, and lead reforecasts with clear variance drivers and forward-looking scenarios Translate what's happening in our kitchens and markets into clear financial insights, connecting day-to-day operations to P&L performance Identify inefficiencies and cost drivers through data, and partner cross-functionally, especially with operations, to implement solutions Support budgeting cycles with thoughtful analysis and actionable commentary that helps shape decisions Partner with external platforms and internal teams to generate actionable insights into the customer experience and help inform marketing decisions Help evolve how we use data as a company by improving tools, processes, and how insights are shared across teams Skills & Experience 2 to 4 years of experience in finance, consulting, strategy, or similar analytical roles Strong Excel or Google Sheets skills, with experience working with large datasets; SQL is a plus Highly analytical with the ability to break down complex problems and identify key drivers Comfortable working in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment with evolving priorities Strong communicator who can translate data into clear insights for non-finance partners Demonstrated ownership and initiative, with an ability to learn quickly and take on new challenges Interest in operating roles and using data to drive real-world outcomes, not just reporting Degree in Finance, Math, Engineering, or a related field