Financial Analyst I - Store Operations

About the role

As a Financial Analyst I, you will perform research work and prepare financial analysis necessary to make essential Corporate planning decisions.

Responsibilities

• Perform various financial functions such as budgeting, auditing, forecasting, analysis
• Respond to rate and budget questions; provide explanations to ensure management understanding
• Build necessary relationships/alliances through delivery of meaningful, accurate, timely results on a consistent basis
• Review financial data and maintain documented records supporting financial forecasts used in the rate and budget area
• Apply knowledge/experience; provide credible, action-oriented analysis/recommendations to management
• Report weekly actuals and forecasts profitability including but not limited to weekly bill-out by warehouse, sales, cogs, ad loss, clearance/markdowns, shrink/procurement revenue that involves trend analysis, economic research (macro/micro) and compare analysis
• Provide interpretation and explanation in a summary format that is delivered to senior management
• Work on ad hoc strategy-focused projects which aid senior management in business decision-making

Requirements

• 3 - 5 years of experience in a related field
• Strong analytical and time management skills
• Strong presentation skills
• Intermediate PC Skills
• Ability to successfully communicate with/influence upper level management
• Ability to produce work that impacts management decisions and business results
• Ability to manage large-scale projects from conception to implementation
• Strong attention to detail

Qualifications

A related degree or comparable formal training, certification, or work experience is required.

Working Conditions

The role requires functioning in a fast-paced, retail, office environment, with occasional travel by car or airplane with overnight stays, and the ability to sit for extended periods of time and work extended hours.