Senior Financial Analyst (E-Commerce, FP&A & Analytics)

ThriftBooks•Seattle, WA

2d•$135,000 - $145,000

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 it is a launching point to higher achievement. At ThriftBooks, your success is up to you. We are looking for a highly analytical and business-focused Senior Financial Analyst to support a fast-paced e-commerce environment. This role sits at the intersection of Finance, Data, and Operations, driving visibility into revenue, margin, and operational performance while partnering directly with senior leadership. Operating in a performance-driven environment, this role provides exposure to the full company P&L with a strong focus on profitability, cash flow, and operational execution.

Requirements

5–8+ years of experience in FP&A, finance, or a related analytical role, with exposure to data-driven environments
Strong foundation in financial analysis, modeling, and accounting principles (GAAP)
Advanced SQL skills with hands-on experience working with large-scale datasets (Snowflake or similar)
Experience with Mode Analytics, Power BI, and Planful (or similar planning tools)
Proven ability to connect financial results to operational drivers in an e-commerce or high-volume environment
Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to influence senior leadership
Highly self-directed with strong attention to detail and ability to operate in a fast-paced environment
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field (MBA/CPA/CFA a plus, but not required)

Nice To Haves

A true business partner who goes beyond reporting to drive insight and decision-making
Strong ownership mindset with the ability to operate across the full business, not just within a function
Ability to simplify complex analyses into clear, actionable recommendations for leadership
Comfortable working across both financial models and large datasets to solve business problems

Responsibilities

Own weekly and monthly financial reporting, delivering clear, actionable insights on revenue, margin, and operating income trends
Build, enhance, and maintain robust financial models to support forecasting, planning, and operational decision-making
Play a key role in annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning, with ownership of key P&L components and ongoing performance tracking
Develop scenario analyses to support pricing, revenue growth, and cost optimization (shipping, fulfillment, and supply chain)
Analyze key operational drivers such as average order value, units per order, shipping cost per order, and inventory flow
Partner cross-functionally with Operations, Supply Chain, and Marketing to evaluate initiatives and improve profitability
Leverage SQL, Snowflake, Mode Analytics, and Power BI to build scalable analytics and deliver insights across large datasets
Prepare and present executive-level reporting, clearly articulating performance drivers, risks, and opportunities
Lead ad hoc analyses and special projects requiring strong financial and business acumen