Sr. FP&A Analyst

About Bluebird We're The Bluebird Group - we're an omnichannel commerce partner that helps brands grow across every retail and digital channel. We sit at the intersection of retail, eCommerce, media, and data. We help brands show up wherever their customers are (Target, Amazon, Walmart, Costco, Kroger, social commerce like TikTok, and beyond) and drive real sales growth. We're not just strategists - we're a hands-on team of experienced retail operators who execute across everything from retail media and creative to data, insights, and full go-to-market strategy. The result: we simplify what's become a really complex retail landscape and help brands scale faster and smarter. Job Summary We're looking for a Senior FP&A Analyst to support financial planning, forecasting, business analysis, and strategic decision-making across the organization. This role partners closely with the FP&A Manager and business leaders to provide financial insights, monitor performance, support planning processes, and identify opportunities that drive profitable growth. You'll help turn complex financial and operational data into clear recommendations that guide decision-making and improve business performance. The ideal candidate is analytical, business-minded, and comfortable working across teams to solve problems, challenge assumptions, and deliver insights that support strategic objectives. This position is based in our downtown Minneapolis office and is expected to be in office Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday of each week. What You'll Do Financial Planning & Forecasting Support the monthly and quarterly forecasting processes across multiple business unitsPartner with functional leaders to develop financial forecasts, assumptions, and business plansAssist in the development of annual operating plans, budgets, and long-range planning activitiesMonitor business performance against plan and identify emerging risks and opportunitiesHelp improve forecasting accuracy through ongoing analysis and process refinement Business Performance & Financial Analysis Analyze financial and operational performance to identify trends, opportunities, and areas of riskPerform variance analysis across P&L and balance sheet accounts, providing meaningful insights and recommendationsConduct sales, margin, customer, and service line performance analysisSupport profitability analysis and evaluation of key business initiativesDevelop financial models that support decision-making and business planning KPI Reporting & Business Insights Monitor and analyze key business metrics, including customer net revenue retention (NRR), new business performance, revenue trends, and workforce analyticsCreate dashboards, scorecards, and reporting tools that improve visibility into business performanceTranslate financial and operational data into actionable recommendations for leadership teamsSupport management reporting, business reviews, and performance tracking initiativesIdentify opportunities to improve reporting efficiency and business visibility Strategic Finance & Decision Support Support analysis of strategic initiatives, business opportunities, and investment decisionsPartner with leadership teams to evaluate financial impacts and business outcomesAssist with financial due diligence, scenario planning, and business case developmentSupport cross-functional reviews related to new and ongoing initiativesContribute insights that improve business performance and support long-term growth objectives Board & Executive Reporting Support the development of Board presentations, executive reporting packages, and financial updatesPrepare reporting and analysis used by leadership for internal and external stakeholder communicationAssist with business outlook updates, financial flashes, and ad hoc leadership requestsEnsure reporting is accurate, timely, and aligned with key business priorities Systems, Automation & Process Improvement Leverage AI tools, analytics platforms, and financial systems to improve reporting, forecasting, and operational efficiencySupport automation initiatives that reduce manual effort and enhance business insightsIdentify process improvement opportunities across FP&A, reporting, and business planning activitiesPartner with Accounting, Operations, and business leaders to improve data quality and reporting consistencyHelp improve the scalability and effectiveness of financial planning processes What We're Looking For Experience Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or a related fieldExperience in financial planning and analysis, corporate finance, investment banking, consulting, accounting, or a related analytical roleExperience supporting budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and business analysis activitiesExperience partnering with business leaders and cross-functional teamsExperience working in a high-growth environment preferredIndustry experience in business services, retail services, consumer products, or related industries preferred Skills & Competencies Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including financial modeling, large dataset analysis, pivot tables, and complex formulasStrong financial analysis, forecasting, and business modeling capabilitiesExcellent analytical and problem-solving skillsAbility to translate financial data into actionable business insightsStrong written, verbal, and presentation communication skillsAbility to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environmentStrong attention to detail and commitment to accuracyAbility to influence decisions through data and analysis Preferred Qualifications Experience in FP&A within a high-growth or private equity-backed organizationCPA, CFA, MBA, or progress toward these credentials preferredExperience with NetSuite or similar ERP platformsExperience with AI tools that support reporting, forecasting, and operational efficiencyExperience building dashboards and executive reporting packagesProven track record of improving business performance through analytics, KPI development, and process improvement Our Commitment We prioritize the inclusion of diverse perspectives. We aspire for all team members to feel like this is a place where they belong. Where they are respected by the company and are empowered to impact the business and achieve their full potential. We understand that relationships built on trust, respect and communication better serve our clients, team members and business. Disclaimer: This job description outlines typical functions and responsibilities but may evolve based on business needs.