Senior Financial Analyst

Mattress Firm • Houston, TX

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

The (HYBRID) Senior Financial Analyst supports executive reporting, financial planning, and strategic decision-making in a fast-paced, high-visibility finance organization. This role will serve as a key finance partner across multiple business functions, owning critical components of P&L analysis, budgeting, and forecasting processes while delivering actionable insights to senior leadership. The ideal candidate combines strong FP&A expertise with analytical and financial modeling skills, deep experience in executive reporting, and proficiency in financial systems and data tools. This individual should be comfortable operating with a high degree of ownership, influencing cross-functional partners, and driving continuous improvement in reporting and planning processes. NOTE: This hybrid role will report to the Bed Quarters location in Houston, TX 3 days each week and may work remotely the remainder of the week.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree Accounting, Finance, Business, Data Analysis or related field of study
• 4+ Years in FP&A, corporate finance, business analytics, consulting, or a related analytical role
• Demonstrated experience owning or significantly contributing to P&L management, budgeting, and forecasting processes required
• Advanced financial modeling skills, including forecasting, scenario analysis, and variance analysis
• Strong understanding of P&L structures, cost drivers, and financial performance metrics
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint, with the ability to translate complex data into clear executive insights
• Experience with financial systems and tools (e.g., ERP systems, Onestream , Hyperion, Anaplan, SAP, Oracle, Power BI, or similar platforms)
• Ability to compile, validate, and analyze large data sets, ensuring data integrity and accuracy
• Strong business acumen with the ability to connect financial results to operational performance
• Excellent communication and storytelling skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders and present to executive audiences
• Highly organized, detail-oriented self-starter with strong ownership and accountability
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment while maintaining high-quality deliverables
• Microsoft Office Products
• Financial analysis and forecasting
• Budgeting and capital planning
• Legal authorization to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship.
• We require proof of eligibility to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

• MBA, CPA, or CFA is a plus
• Strong experience preparing and presenting executive-level reporting and business reviews preferred
• Experience working with or supporting senior leadership and cross-functional stakeholders
• Experience in multi-unit, retail, or other data-intensive environments is a plus
• Project management preferred
• SQL and data analytics platforms such as Power BI preferred

Responsibilities

• Own and perform end-to-end P&L analysis, including revenue, cost drivers, margin trends, and variance analysis, providing clear insights into business performance and key drivers.
• Lead preparation of executive-level weekly, monthly, and quarterly reporting packages, delivering clear, concise, and decision-ready insights to senior leadership.
• Drive budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning processes, including building and maintaining financial models, challenging assumptions, and synthesizing key outputs for leadership review.
• Partner cross-functionally with business leaders to understand operational drivers, align financial plans, and influence strategic decisions through data-driven insights.
• Proactively identify and communicate risks and opportunities through detailed variance analysis, scenario modeling, and trend evaluation.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to business stakeholders, providing strategic recommendations that impact operational and financial outcomes.
• Own and continuously improve recurring reporting processes, enhancing efficiency, scalability, and data accuracy.
• Leverage financial systems and data tools (e.g., ERP systems, FP&A platforms, BI tools) to streamline reporting, automate workflows, and improve data accessibility.
• Perform complex ad hoc analyses, including scenario modeling, investment analysis, and profitability assessments to support leadership decisions.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of best practices in financial planning, reporting, and data governance.
• Complete all required training modules and certifications prior to the due date.
• Ensure all safety policies and procedures are followed to ensure a safe work environment for all.
• Communicate professionally with all internal and external contacts.
• Follow all Company policies and execute Company standards on appearance and functionality as well as appropriate brand representation.
• Communicate any concerns or issues to leadership to ensure proper efficiency of department and Company operations.
• Execute Company initiatives and other activities requested by supervisor
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities
• Contributes ideas on ways to optimize or improve the team, the department, and the Company

Benefits

• Excellent career growth opportunities through on-the-job training and development programs
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Mental health and life resources
• Medical, dental, prescription, and vision plans
• Get paid on- demand
• Base pay or uncapped commission
• Employee discounts on Mattress Firm sleep products and accessories

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior