Finance Analyst

Fanatics • Tampa, FL

2h

About The Position

How you make an impact
Forecasting, Planning & Reporting
Assist in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual forecasts; gather inputs from stakeholders and ensure data accuracy.
Update and maintain financial models and templates under guidance from senior team members.
Prepare recurring financial reports and dashboards for leadership review.
Contribute to consolidated reporting across segments or functions.
SG&A Management (Labor & Vendor Focus)
Monitor SG&A spend across functions with detailed analysis of labor, headcount, and compensation-related expenses.
Partner with HR and functional leaders to validate labor assumptions, track staffing changes, and assess productivity impacts.
Maintain and refine labor cost models (e.g., headcount bridges, vacancy tracking, overtime metrics).
Analyze vendor spend patterns, contract obligations, and cost-saving opportunities across SG&A categories.
Support vendor management activities by validating invoices, assessing budget alignment, and identifying opportunities for consolidation or renegotiation.
Develop and maintain SG&A cost dashboards that highlight trends, risks, and opportunities for cost optimization.
Assist in preparing SG&A projections and scenario analyses to support strategic decision-making.
Act as a liaison between Finance, Procurement, and department leaders to ensure accurate SG&A planning and compliance with spending policies.
Analytics & Performance Management
Track key performance indicators (KPIs) and highlight trends or variances versus budget and forecast.
Conduct ad-hoc analyses to evaluate performance drivers, new initiatives, or operational changes.
Summarize findings in clear, concise formats for senior finance team review.
Provide analytical support to business unit or functional teams on routine questions and requests.
Assist in tracking working capital drivers such as inventory, payables, and expense timing.
Process Improvement & Data Management
Maintain and improve existing reports, scorecards, and data sources to ensure accuracy and timeliness.
Help identify opportunities for automation and process efficiency.
Support integration of new tools, systems, or reporting enhancements related to SG&A, labor planning, or vendor tracking.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.
• 1–3 years of experience in financial analysis, accounting, or related functions (internships and early career roles considered).
• Strong Excel skills; familiarity with reporting/BI tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) and ERP/planning systems (e.g., Oracle, SAP) preferred.
• Solid understanding of basic accounting principles and financial statements (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow).
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Clear and effective communication skills, with the ability to present data and findings in a straightforward way.
• Eagerness to learn, collaborate, and grow in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual forecasts; gather inputs from stakeholders and ensure data accuracy.
• Update and maintain financial models and templates under guidance from senior team members.
• Prepare recurring financial reports and dashboards for leadership review.
• Contribute to consolidated reporting across segments or functions.
• Monitor SG&A spend across functions with detailed analysis of labor, headcount, and compensation-related expenses.
• Partner with HR and functional leaders to validate labor assumptions, track staffing changes, and assess productivity impacts.
• Maintain and refine labor cost models (e.g., headcount bridges, vacancy tracking, overtime metrics).
• Analyze vendor spend patterns, contract obligations, and cost-saving opportunities across SG&A categories.
• Support vendor management activities by validating invoices, assessing budget alignment, and identifying opportunities for consolidation or renegotiation.
• Develop and maintain SG&A cost dashboards that highlight trends, risks, and opportunities for cost optimization.
• Assist in preparing SG&A projections and scenario analyses to support strategic decision-making.
• Act as a liaison between Finance, Procurement, and department leaders to ensure accurate SG&A planning and compliance with spending policies.
• Track key performance indicators (KPIs) and highlight trends or variances versus budget and forecast.
• Conduct ad-hoc analyses to evaluate performance drivers, new initiatives, or operational changes.
• Summarize findings in clear, concise formats for senior finance team review.
• Provide analytical support to business unit or functional teams on routine questions and requests.
• Assist in tracking working capital drivers such as inventory, payables, and expense timing.
• Maintain and improve existing reports, scorecards, and data sources to ensure accuracy and timeliness.
• Help identify opportunities for automation and process efficiency.
• Support integration of new tools, systems, or reporting enhancements related to SG&A, labor planning, or vendor tracking.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees