Strategic Finance Analyst

Company Overview

Spark Car Wash is a high growth, institutionally backed express exterior car wash company serving the Northeast. Spark is growing fast and plans to open a significant number of modern car wash locations throughout NJ, NY, and PA. Spark’s success is driven by a relentless focus on making the car wash an energizing experience for all, delivering a consistently excellent experience for customers and creating an enriching environment for employees. Guided by our values, Spark’s vision is to become the largest car wash operator in the region and the premier car wash brand in the market.

Position Summary

Spark Car Wash is disrupting what people think they know about washing cars. Coming off a recently closed Series C, Spark has the capital, leadership, and momentum to scale aggressively. We are seeking a highly motivated Strategic Finance Analyst to join our growing team, based in Summit, NJ.

As a Strategic Finance Analyst, you will be integral in supporting ongoing financial reporting & analysis, securing financing and working on strategic initiatives. The role will report to the Strategic Finance Associate and collaborate closely with various departments, including Operations, Real Estate, HR and Marketing.

You’ll work directly with experienced leaders from AEA Investors, Bain & Company, Lidl, Wawa, L’Oreal, and CVS, gaining full exposure to what it takes to scale a high-growth, multi-unit retail business. This is a unique opportunity to play a vital role in key finance initiatives and help scale finance capabilities that drive strategic decision-making across the business.

Essential Functions

• Financial Reporting: Assist in the preparation of monthly financial reporting, including MD&A and variance analyses to ensure high-quality and accurate reporting to stakeholders
• Budgeting: Support annual budgeting process by partnering cross-functionally with department leaders to develop, consolidate, and analyze budgets to drive companywide goals and strategic decision making
• Financial Modeling: Develop, maintain, and improve financial models related to store performance, budget, capital expenditures, liquidity, and other key areas of the business

• Financing: Support financing initiatives for car wash locations, including preparing deal packages, reviewing lender due diligence questions, and driving financing processes.

• Strategic Initiatives: Work closely with leaders across the organization on various strategic initiatives, including evaluating M&A opportunities and providing Board updates.

• Cross Departmental Collaboration: Collaborate with various teams, including Real Estate, Operations, and Marketing to gather relevant information necessary for the ongoing monitoring and optimization of the business
• Competitor & Market Analysis: Research and analyze industry peers to identify trends, benchmark performance, and uncover strategic opportunities for growth and efficiency of the business
• Ad-hoc Analysis: Conduct ad-hoc data analysis to support strategic decision-making

Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree
• 0-2 years of experience in FP&A, investment banking, corporate finance, or a related field
• Experience with multi-unit reporting is a plus
• Strong financial modeling and analysis skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience in preparing presentations for senior leadership or board members
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities simultaneously
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint

Benefits:
• Competitive base pay salary plus annual bonus
• Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Three weeks paid time off
• 401k Plan (+4% company match)
• Company laptop and branded gear
• Free car washes at all Spark locations