URBN Financial Analyst

Urban Outfitters•Philadelphia, PA

About The Position

URBN is looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Financial Analyst to join the team. The ideal candidate is a self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment, works independently to meet deadlines, and is driven by process improvement. This individual will support the monthly financial close process, contribute to planning cycles, and serve as a reliable analytical resource for cross-functional teams. The role reports to the Director of Finance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting required.
2–3 years of Finance or Accounting experience.
Solid understanding of month-end close processes including accrual accounting, journal entries, and balance sheet required.
Advanced Excel skills required (pivot tables, advanced formulas, modeling).
Familiarity with financial modeling and budgeting techniques.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to clearly communicate financial findings to cross-functional teams and senior leadership.
Well-developed problem-solving capabilities with strong organizational skills and high attention to detail.
Ability to manage multiple deliverables and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Analytically curious with a strong desire to learn and grow.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships across functions.
High degree of professionalism, accountability, and a positive team-oriented attitude.

Nice To Haves

Experience with financial systems/ERPs and reporting tools a plus (e.g., Oracle EBS, Hyperion, MicroStrategy).

Responsibilities

Work closely with the Corporate Accounting team throughout the month-end close process, supporting accruals, expense reclassifications, and related close activities.
Analyze actual results and provide variance explanations vs. budget and prior year on a monthly basis.
Maintain accuracy and integrity of financial data throughout the month-end close process.
Prepare and maintain expense tracking and trend analysis for various departments.
Participation and support of the annual budgeting and forecasting processes.
Deliver monthly financial reporting packages and summarize key drivers for senior management.
Identify financial risks and opportunities through ongoing partnership with various teams and proactively surface findings to management.
Consistently recommend and implement improvements to current processes and reporting methodologies.
Support all other aspects of the monthly and quarterly financial close process.
Provide ad-hoc financial analyses as requested.