**WHY CRACKER BARREL** What is it like to work at Cracker Barrel? It feels like… + **Care beyond the table** – At Cracker Barrel, we are a team. From the moment you join Cracker Barrel, you should feel cared for, confident in your role and like you belong. + **Opportunities to fill your cup** – Here at Cracker Barrel, we believe in providing opportunities for growth and development and setting you up for success within our walls and beyond. From day one, you’ll have hands-on, role-specific training and the ability to engage in peer-to-peer learning. + **A warm welcome** – For five decades, we have focused on creating a Pleasing People® brand that inspires a “home away from home” feeling for each other and our guests. We work hard to inspire a sense of belonging that continually motivates our teams – from the newest to the most tenured employees. **Serving up the care – and career – you crave.** **WHAT YOU'LL DO** Plays a pivotal role in supporting the broader finance team to execute the department's goals and strategy. This role is responsible for overseeing key initiatives, managing cross-functional projects, streamlining department operations, and ensuring effective communication within the finance team and with other business units. As a trusted advisor to the CFO and VP - Finance, the senior manager will help drive strategic planning and decision-making, aligning financial objectives with organizational goals. Additionally, Senior Manager will drive the corporate budgeting process and lead consolidated financial reporting efforts, ensuring that financial results are accurately reported and aligned with strategic objectives. Strategic Support to the VP - Finance + Act as a thought partner to the VP of Finance and CFO, assisting in the development and execution of department strategy and key initiatives. + Drive the annual financial planning process and assist in setting departmental goals and KPIs. + Prepare presentations, reports, and other materials for the CFO's internal and external communications. Consolidated Budgeting and Financial Reporting + Own and oversee the corporate budgeting process from planning through execution, ensuring alignment with the company’s strategic goals. + Collaborate with various departments to consolidate budget inputs and monitor performance against budgeted targets. + Analyze budget variances, provide actionable insights, and recommend adjustments to support financial health and operational excellence. + Provide detailed financial analysis and commentary on consolidated financial results to support strategic decision-making by senior leadership. Project Management + Lead cross-functional projects within the finance department, managing timelines, deliverables, and stakeholders. + Ensure successful execution of high-priority initiatives and act as a liaison between finance and other departments (e.g., IT, HR, Operations). + Support transformation initiatives, including process improvements and technology implementation projects, to drive efficiencies. Communication and Stakeholder Management + Act as a key communication point between the CFO and other executives, department leaders, and external partners. + Facilitate effective information flow within the finance team and promote transparency. Team Development and Culture + Support the professional growth of the finance team, providing mentorship and career guidance. + Foster a collaborative and positive team culture, promoting diversity and inclusion. + Organize team meetings, off-sites, and professional development programs. **WHAT YOU'LL NEED** + Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field; MBA or CPA is preferred. + 5 years in finance, consulting, or strategic operations, with a proven track record in project management and operational leadership. + Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills. + Excellent project management and organizational abilities, with a focus on attention to detail. + Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with experience creating executive-level presentations. + Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously, meeting deadlines effectively. + Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships across all levels of the organization. + Proficiency in financial analysis and understanding of financial processes and systems. **WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU  ** + **Compensation and Bonuses:** Competitive Annual Salary | Annual Bonus Opportunities + **Care for Your Well-being:** Medical, Rx, Dental and Vision Benefits on Day 1| Life Insurance and Disability Coverage | Paid Vacation/Employee Assistance Program + **Growth and Development:** Business Resource Groups | Tuition Reimbursement | Professional Development + **Invest in Your Future:** 401k Plan with Company Matching Contributions at 90 days | Employee Stock Purchase Program + **Even More to Look Forward to:** 35% Discount on Cracker Barrel Food and Retail items **ABOUT US** _For more than 50 years, we have committed to serving up a sense of warmth and hospitality across hundreds of stores across the country. We believe in providing opportunities for growth and development for our 70,000 plus team members and take pride and comfort in that enduring Cracker Barrel hospitality. It’s something our employees and guests can count on now and into the future as we welcome new employees, guests, and experiences. Just like uncovering a delightful find in our stores, there is potential for discovery and fulfillment in every job at Cracker Barrel._ **PURSUE THE CAREER YOU CRAVE—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. At Cracker Barrel, we believe everyone deserves to feel cared for – we start with our team. To us, care means Culture, Achievement, Responsibility, and Experience and is the foundation for everything we do. We’re welcoming team players and go-above-and-beyond helpers who value what everyone brings to the table. Our passion and commitment to serving others – and each other – bonds us to work together no matter what the fast-paced and unpredictable days bring. At Cracker Barrel, you’re never alone on the journey. Whether you’re serving our guests or serving someone who is, you’re part of a team that creates a “home away from home” feeling and encourages opportunities to learn new skills and find fulfillment in every role. We know that when we care for each other, we can create the best experience for our guests – and that’s something we all crave. Ready to gather ‘round our table? We’re serving up the care – and career – you crave. Click here to tell us about yourself! We'll get in touch if there's an opportunity that seems like a good fit. For more than 50 years, we have committed to serving up a sense of warmth and hospitality across hundreds of stores across the country. We believe in providing opportunities for growth and development for our 70,000 plus team members and take pride and comfort in that enduring Cracker Barrel hospitality. It’s something our employees and guests can count on now and into the future as we welcome new employees, guests, and experiences. Just like uncovering a delightful find in our stores, there is potential for discovery and fulfillment in every job at Cracker Barrel. In compliance with federal and state equal employment opportunity laws, 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. Qualified applicants are considered for employment according to the laws of the respective state of employment. If you feel this policy has been violated, you may report such instances to the Employee Relations Department toll free at 1-800-333-9566. Cracker Barrel does not unlawfully discriminate in hiring. If you are interested in applying for a position and need a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact 1-800-333-9566 so that we can work with you to reasonably accommodate you. Note that individuals who have any hearing impairment will be reasonably accommodated in the application process. In compliance with federal and state equal employment opportunity laws, 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. Qualified applicants are considered for employment according to the laws of the respective state of employment. If you feel this policy has been violated, you may report such instances to the Employee Relations Department online (http://www.crackerbarrel.com/contact-us/employee/ ) or toll free at 1 800-333-9566. Cracker Barrel does not unlawfully discriminate in hiring. If you are interested in applying for a position and need a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact (1-800-333-9566) so that we can work with you to reasonably accommodate you. Note that individuals who have any hearing impairment will be reasonably accommodated in the application process.