Sr. Financial Analyst

PetSmart•Phoenix, AZ

9d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Financial Analyst supports PetSmart’s financial strategy and planning by partnering with key departments, leading financial processes, and providing actionable insights to inform business performance and strategic decisions. The role develops financial models and forecasts, leads annual planning and monthly forecasting, and conducts variance and trend analyses to identify risks and opportunities. It serves as a finance partner to teams including Store Operations, Marketing, and Merchandising, and presents data-driven insights to senior leaders. The analyst also investigates ad hoc business questions, supports major projects and analyses, and mentors junior team members. This position is based at PetSmart’s Phoenix Home Office. The posting describes the role as onsite and states that associates are expected to work in the office at least four days per week, with up to one remote flex day in a standard work week subject to leader approval. The role requires collaboration and face-to-face interaction with colleagues, leaders, and/or clients. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related field.
At least 5 years of experience in finance or a related analytical field.
Advanced proficiency in MS Excel, Power BI, Word, and PowerPoint.
Expertise in analyzing large datasets and clearly presenting findings.
Strong understanding of accounting concepts, P&L statements, and financial problem-solving.
Detail-oriented, with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Proactive and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

MBA or CPA.
Knowledge of database warehouse tools such as MicroStrategy.

Responsibilities

Develop and refine financial models and forecasts to guide strategic decisions and enhance business performance.
Lead annual planning and monthly forecasting processes, ensuring accuracy and relevance.
Conduct variance and trend analyses to identify risks and opportunities and inform financial strategies.
Partner with key business units, including Store Operations, Marketing, and Merchandising.
Present data-driven insights to senior leaders and support actionable outcomes through collaborative reviews.
Identify business performance risks and opportunities and develop solutions to complex financial challenges.
Investigate ad hoc business questions and provide data-driven insights.
Support the Finance Manager/Sr. Director with critical projects and analyses.
Mentor junior team members and support their growth and development.

Benefits

Pet-friendly workplace and on-site dog park.
On-site events, including pet adoption days, seasonal celebrations, family events, art events, and holiday festivals.
On-site gym with fitness classes, massage therapists, personal trainers, and wellness spaces.
On-site café serving breakfast, lunch, and snacks.
On-site childcare facility providing early education.
Paid volunteer opportunities.
Print Center and Business Services.
Dry cleaning services.
Mother's rooms.
Sustainable infrastructure.