Financial Analyst

ThriftBooks•Seattle, WA

16d•$110,000 - $115,000•Hybrid

About The Position

ThriftBooks is the world's largest used book retailer! We believe in a workplace where respect for our employees matters, where promoting from within is how we grow, and where safety comes first in all our decisions and planning. At ThriftBooks, your work will help get inexpensive books into the hands of people who need them instead of going into landfill. We strive to create a friendly work environment with high standards of performance and rewards for excellence. We started out small and remember that encouraging people to do their best is how we expanded to our current scale. If you want to learn about the intersection of technology, innovation, and good old-fashioned teamwork, we might be a good fit for you. Wherever you start in the company, our hope is that is a launching point to higher achievement. At ThriftBooks, your success is up to you. We are seeking a Financial Analyst to join our growing finance team. This role will support financial analysis, forecasting, and reporting that support informed business decisions across the organization. You will work closely with Operations, Marketing, Accounting, and other cross-functional partners to analyze performance, track key metrics, and provide data-driven insights that improve operational and financial outcomes.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
2–4 years of experience in financial analysis or FP&A
Strong Excel skills (SQL experience is a plus!)
Working knowledge of accounting principles
Experience supporting budgeting, forecasting, or operational reporting preferred
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to translate data into insights
Effective communication skills
Detail-oriented and organized
Collaborative mindset

Responsibilities

Build and maintain financial models and analyses to support weekly and monthly financial reporting
Analyze key financial and operational metrics to identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities
Partner with cross-functional teams to gather data, understand business drivers, and support financial planning efforts
Prepare regular financial reports and summaries
Support preparation and analysis of financial statements
Contribute to ad hoc analyses and special projects
Use tools such as Excel along with systems like Snowflake, Power BI, Planful, and Mode Analytics