Finance Analyst

The Guitar Center Company•Frederick, MD

9d•$60,000 - $65,000

About The Position

The primary job functions are developing detailed business models, preparing short-range and long-range financial projections and annual budgets, and providing financial analysis and key decision support to the VP of Finance, Director of Finance and other functional departments of the Company's operations. A capable candidate will be a solid team player with a strong work ethic. About Music & Arts Music & Arts embodies the world of creativity and music by encouraging our teammates to find their own individual sound. We strive to create lifelong musicians and make a difference in the world by enabling musicians and non-musicians alike to experience the almost indescribable happiness that comes from playing an instrument. We believe in putting our customers first, engaging with respect and integrity and fulfilling our mission with passion. The first Music & Arts was located in a small house in Bethesda, MD and run by founder Benjamin O'Brien. When Music & Arts opened its doors in 1952, we offered printed music, music lessons, dance lessons, and art supplies. Ben decided shortly after opening his business that he wanted to focus on music to better serve his customers -- a decision that remains intact to this day. Since the 1990's, Music & Arts has expanded nationwide through organic growth and a series of acquisitions and mergers with other music dealers. In 2005, Music & Arts joined forces with American Music to become the largest band and orchestra instrument retailer in the United States. Based in Frederick, MD, Music & Arts is now part of the Guitar Center enterprise and comprises 225+ retail stores, 200+ educational representatives, and 250+ affiliate locations

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting or Finance (equivalent experience substitutable)
2+ years of related professional experience
Experience with SQL, BI Applications (PowerBI, Tableau, MicroStrategy), and Planning Applications (BPC, Smartview, Cognos) preferred.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications
Experience independently developing financial and operational models to support major business initiatives
Ability to import/organize/analyze large data sets from disparate sources
Exceptional analytical skills
Self-starter with ability to thrive working independently and in a team environment

Nice To Haves

MBA
Strong working knowledge of GAAP; CPA
FP&A experience
Dynamics AX, Microstrategy, and Oracle Smart View experience (or similar systems experience)
Relational database & SQL experience

Responsibilities

Assist in development and analysis of the forecast and budget processes
Consolidate monthly and quarterly results and prepare financial reports
Prepare P&L statements and analyze month end variances, comparing results to budget & prior year
Develop, maintain and distribute ad-hoc reports and financial models as needed
Track and report capital expenditures variances versus budget
Build sophisticated business models for planning, performance measurement, and to drive sound decision making for store growth and acquisitions
Streamline systems to improve ability to analyze complex data and make recommendations
Increase productivity by developing automated reports, and coordinating information requirements
Clearly and concisely communicate financial information to non-financial managers
Anticipate organization's analytical needs and act proactively