Senior Retail Financial Analyst

Express, Inc.•Columbus, OH

47d

About The Position

PHOENIX Retail, LLC is a retail platform operating the Express and Bonobos brands worldwide. Express is a multichannel apparel brand dedicated to a design philosophy rooted in modern, confident and effortless style whether dressing for work, everyday or special occasions. Bonobos is a menswear brand known for being pioneers of exceptional fit and a personalized, innovative retail model. Customers can experience our brands in over 400 Express retail and Express Factory Outlet stores, 50 Bonobos Guideshops, and online at www.express.com and www.bonobos.com. About Express Express is a multichannel apparel brand dedicated to creating confidence and inspiring self-expression. Since its launch in 1980, the brand has embraced a design philosophy rooted in modern, confident and effortless style. Whether dressing for work, everyday or special occasions, Express ensures you look and feel your best, wherever life takes you. The Company operates over 400 retail and outlet stores in the United States and Puerto Rico, the express.com online store and the Express mobile app. The Senior Financial Analyst is responsible for conducting and documenting complex financial analysis projects. Responsible for reporting financial results relating to sales, margin/inventory, expenses, cash flow or capital spend and related specifics as well as forecasting those implications to the total financial forecast. Develop and maintain daily/weekly/monthly business reporting needs. Leads in preparation of seasonal budgets, long range planning and weekly forecasting process. Typically reports to a Finance Manager. May provide functional advice or training to less experienced analysts.

Requirements

Education: Bachelor's degree (finance, accounting, engineering, economics majors preferred)
Experience: 5-7 years of financial analysis experience
Prior retail finance / accounting experience a plus
Extreme focus on data accuracy
Ability to model complex business questions/issues
Ability to think analytically and creatively
Ability to meet tight deadlines and handle multiple tasks/projects
Demonstrated leadership skills and strong interest in advancement
Ability to work in a dynamic, fast changing environment
Ability to work with various levels of management throughout the organization
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Self starter and motivator, ability to remain focused and on task with minimal direction
Advanced PC skill proficiency including Microsoft Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree, CPA or MBA a plus
Prior retail finance / accounting experience a plus

Responsibilities

Weekly P&L forecasting including Risk / Opportunity assessment
Ensure the achievement of profit objectives and analyze business issues and opportunities
Annual / Seasonal Budget / Long Range Planning co-ordination and collaboration with cross functional partners
Ad hoc analytics /miscellaneous reporting - long term/short term special projects

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