Development Finance Manager

A Development Finance Manager at Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers® plays a vital role in supporting the Restaurant Development team by providing actionable financial analysis and insights. This position entails collaborating closely with various functional leaders, monitoring cost trends, and generating financial reports that aid decision-making to ensure the success of development initiatives.

To be considered for the Development Finance Manager role at Raising Cane’s, candidates should have at least 5+ years of finance experience, preferably in the restaurant or retail sector. A Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or a related field is required, while an MBA or CPA is preferred. Strong analytical, communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word are also essential.

Essential skills for a Development Finance Manager at Raising Cane’s include strong analytical abilities, attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities. The role also requires proficiency in technology systems, excellent communication capabilities, and the capacity to collaborate effectively with team members across various departments.

Raising Cane’s is focused on growth and aims to become one of the top 10 restaurant companies in the United States. As a Development Finance Manager, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute significantly to this journey and advance your career within a rapidly expanding organization that values continuous improvement and employee development.

While the role of Development Finance Manager at Raising Cane’s is primarily based out of our Dallas Restaurant Support Office in Plano, TX, there may be some flexibility for remote work depending on the team's needs and individual performance. However, candidates should be prepared for potential travel as required.

A typical day for a Development Finance Manager at Raising Cane’s involves collaborating with cross-functional teams, analyzing financial data, generating reports, and providing updates to senior leadership. You will monitor development costs and trends, craft recommendations for performance improvement, and assist in the implementation of technology enhancements to streamline financial processes.

The Development Finance Manager plays a key role in Raising Cane’s culture by promoting a collaborative environment. They work alongside various teams, ensuring that financial insights lead to actionable improvements, aligning with Raising Cane’s core values of community and excellence in service.

Discuss your previous roles where you focused on financial analysis, emphasizing specific projects where your insights led to significant improvements or decision-making outcomes. Use quantifiable results where possible to illustrate your impact.

Explain your method for tracking costs and schedule trends, including any specific tools or software you use. Discuss how you identify anomalies and make recommendations based on your findings to help manage project budgets effectively.

Share your strategies for simplifying complex financial data into digestible insights. Highlight your experience in crafting narratives that align financial recommendations with business goals, ensuring clarity for non-finance team members.

Provide a specific example where your insights led to a measurable improvement in project outcomes or financial performance. Discuss your analysis process and how you presented your recommendations to drive change.

Detail your familiarity with systems like Lucernex or other business intelligence tools. Discuss how you've integrated technology into financial processes to improve efficiency, reporting accuracy, or overall performance.

Share your approach to prioritization and time management, including any tools or techniques you use to keep track of tasks. Discuss how you ensure quality while meeting deadlines and the importance of communication with stakeholders.

Reflect on challenges such as fluctuating costs, seasonal sales variances, or market competition. Offer insights into how you would address these challenges strategically in your role as Development Finance Manager at Raising Cane’s.

Discuss your commitment to continuous learning, whether through professional development courses, industry publications, networking, or attending relevant conferences. Highlight how staying informed enables you to bring innovative ideas to your role.

Express your enthusiasm for Raising Cane’s mission and values, and how they align with your professional goals. Discuss your desire to be part of a growth-oriented company and your interest in contributing to their financial success.

Explain your analytical frameworks for assessing financial viability in new development projects. Mention specific metrics or KPIs you consider essential in making informed decisions that align with the organization’s long-term strategies.