About PHOENIX
PHOENIX Retail, LLC is a Direct-to-Consumer platform operating EXPRESS and BONOBOS in the United States. Grounded in a belief that style, quality and value should all be found in one place, Express is a brand with a purpose - We Create Confidence. We Inspire Self-Expression. - powered by a styling community. Bonobos is a menswear brand known for being pioneers of exceptional fit and a personalized, innovative retail model. Customers can experience our brands in over 400 Express retail and Express Factory Outlet stores, 50 Bonobos Guideshops, and online at www.express.com and www.bonobos.com.
Location Name Columbus Corporate Headquarters ResponsibilitiesThe Senior Financial Analyst II is responsible for conducting and documenting complex financial analysis projects. Developing financial models, preparing detailed reports and providing strategic insights to management. Responsible for reporting financial results relating to sales, margin/inventory, expenses, cash flow or capital spend and related specifics as well as forecasting those implications to the total financial forecast. Develop and maintain daily/weekly/monthly business reporting needs. Leads in preparation of seasonal budgets, long range planning and weekly forecasting process. Typically reports to a Finance Manager. May provide functional advice or training to less experienced analysts.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Weekly P&L forecasting including Risk / Opportunity assessmentLeverage diverse sources of data, advanced skills in Excel, Microsoft Word, Access and PowerPointEnsure the achievement of profit objectives and analyze business issues and opportunitiesPlay a key role in developing and maintaining annual budgets, long range plan and monthly financial forecast Research and explain sizeable month-end variances versus financial plansIdentify business functional drivers and develop methodologies to support in-depth analysis and decision makingProvide insightful financial analysis and strategic insight to cross-functional teamsWorks closely with the accounting team to assist with the coordination and supervision of all period closing activities, presentation of monthly financial reporting and all aspects of General LedgerAnnual / Seasonal Budget / Long Range Planning co-ordination and collaboration with cross functional partners Ad hoc analytics /miscellaneous reporting - long term/short term special projects for leadershipPartner with business partners to ensure accurate and timely project reporting
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree (finance, accounting, engineering, economics majors preferred)Advanced degree, CPA or MBA a plus 7+ years of financial analysis experiencePrior retail finance / accounting experience a plusExperience in financial statements (income statement, balance sheet & cash flow statements) modeling and analysisPrevious leadership experience a plus
PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS
Extreme focus on data accuracy Ability to model complex business questions/issuesAbility to think analytically and creativelyStrong accounting skills Superior analytical and problem-solving skillsAbility to meet tight deadlines and handle multiple tasks/projects Demonstrated leadership skills and strong interest in advancement Ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment where self-motivation and initiative are critical to success in an ever changing environment Ability to work with various levels of management throughout the organization Excellent verbal and written communication skills Self starter and motivator, ability to remain focused and on task with minimal directionAdvanced PC skill proficiency including Microsoft Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint
CRITICAL SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES
Ability to work with ambiguity to solve issuesAbility to influence peers and cross functional partnersAbility to understand, analyze and communicate key business dirvers to othersAbility to drive changeClosing
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