Senior Financial Analyst, Merch Finance (Hybrid)

at  Claires

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or related field of study.
• 2-4 years of professional FP&A experience in a retail, CPG, or similar industry organization.
• Demonstrated experience managing financial models.
• Advanced Excel skills required; proficient with Microsoft Office product suite
• Advanced analytical skills coupled with an ability to interpret data, communicate findings, and propose recommendations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven ability to balance competing priorities and secure resolution through interdepartmental collaboration.
• Strong business acumen; retail store experience a plus.
• Ability to perform and remain organized in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Aptitude to influence colleagues, peers, and cross-functional teams throughout the organization.
  Claire’s is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity and inclusion and we encourage applications from members of all underrepresented groups, including those with disabilities. We will accommodate applicants’ needs, upon request, throughout all stages of the recruitment process. Please inform us of the accommodation(s) that you may require

PURPOSE OF ROLE:

The Senior Financial Analyst supports the Merchandising and Planning organization and the broader FP&A/ finance team. The role is responsible for providing merch planning with financial guidance, reporting, and analytics to drive strong P&L and cashflow performance.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Update and distribute period end results, forecasts, annual plan and GL summary detail, along with financial analysis, reporting, and budgeting.
• Assist with preparation of various monthly and quarterly deck presentations.
• Support merch planning partners; identify and communicate variances between merch planning forecast and financial forecast
• Review variances to plan/forecast, provide commentary on significant variance drivers, and recommend options for closing gaps
• Ensure delivery of annual plan and forecast; confirm markdowns are funded within planned/forecasted margin
• Serve as a Reporting & Analytics expert for the business including finance SME on Essbase
• Automate manual tasks, reporting, collaboration techniques to increase productivity and accuracy.
• Conduct ad-hoc analysis and special projects as needed