Manager, Development Finance (KFC)

Who is KFC?

KFC Corporation, based in Plano, TX, is one of the few brands in America that can boast about having a rich, 60-year history of success and innovation. In fact, KFC is the world's most popular chicken restaurant chain and a division of Yum! Brands, the world’s largest restaurant company.

About the Job:

The position will be responsible for providing day-to-day management, thought leadership and financial analysis to support Franchising and Development Strategy, including M&A work and closure forecasting and mitigation.   

The Day-to-Day:

• Serve as Dealmaker for full M&A cycle, including modeling/valuation, negotiation, diligence, and post-close integration, leading inorganic growth for the equity system. Ensure clear and timely communication with internal and external stakeholders. Prepare materials for presentation to Sr. Leadership at KFC US, KFC Global, and Yum. Maintain M&A documentation and create materials to document and codify M&A process
• Lead the closure workstreams (forecasting and mitigation) to achieve net growth in the KFC system. Develop tools and processes to help franchisees proactively solve known upcoming closures so that stores remain open via P&L review, landlord negotiations, relocation, et al. 
• Lead and manage KFC US Lender Day event, ensuring KFC US system has sufficient access to capital and lender support. Plan event, inviting lenders/brokers in the QSR industry, arrange for speakers, assist with presentation materials, logistics, etc.
• Develop proposal for a robust FZ incentives plan that balances improved FZ outcomes and cost.
• Support Franchising & Development Strategy workstreams with financial analysis and insights to improve overall system health. Lead/contribute as needed via ad hoc projects and various strategic initiatives.

Is This You?

• Education/Certifications - Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Finance/Business or related field; MBA, CFA, or CPA designation preferred
• Experience - Minimum 8+ years of demonstrated track record of tangible/measurable results in corporate M&A/corporate finance/financial planning. Restaurant industry preferred. Experience working collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Skills -
  • Demonstrated strong analytical and problem-solving abilities leading to commercial business insight. Ability to craft compelling PowerPoint decks.
  • Previous experience with forecasting and modeling complex business issues to influence outcomes with a data driven point of view. Advanced financial modeling and financial statement analysis skills.
  • Experience with M&A process/lifecycle, particularly valuation techniques and diligence in the QSR environment. Proven negotiation skills and ability to influence franchisees, business advisors, and legal counsel.

• Excellent interpersonal and team skills. Comfort influencing and presenting to internal and external senior leadership.

• Ability to efficiently manage workload well with shifting priorities. Ability to work independently and multi-task in a fast paced and deadline-driven environment. 

Work-Hard, Play-Hard:

• Hybrid work schedule and year-round flex day Friday
• Onsite childcare through Bright Horizons 
• Up to 4 weeks of vacation per year plus holidays and time off for volunteering 
• Generous parental leave for all new parents and adoption assistance program 
• 401(k) with a 6% matching contribution from Yum! Brands with immediate vesting 
• Comprehensive medical & dental including prescription drug benefits and 100% preventive care
• Discounts, free food, swag and… honestly, too many good benefits to name 

Salary Range: ­­ $122,100 - 129,240 annually + bonus eligibility + benefits

The above represents the expected salary range for this job requisition. Ultimately, in determining your pay, we'll consider your location, experience, and other job-related factors.

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Client-provided location(s): Plano, TX

Job ID: 7175679

Employment Type: OTHER

Posted: 2025-08-21T18:30:36