Senior Financial Analyst

Responsible for providing ongoing analytical support enabling cost effective operational performance and information that will influence senior management decision-making. Develops and allocates monthly store sales, labor and controllable expense plans for each location by evaluating and interpreting recent performance trends for a complex group of store specific metrics while considering annual plan assumptions. Responsible for preparing weekly and monthly reports that provide insight on recent performance, and interpretation and impact of this performance on future periods. Assesses performance to plan and prior periods on all metrics that influence the planning process including sales, productivity, wage rates, attrition, and consideration for non-traditional, start-up, and test formats, all of which influence recommendations for future plan periods. Major Areas of Responsibility: Develops monthly labor and expense plans by location that result in an operating plan used to staff and schedule to meet business requirements. Interfaces routinely with Zone Staff to provide support, challenge results, reassess needs, and provide analytic guidance that will influence results. Provides weekly and monthly reporting and analysis that address performance to plan results on a variety of metrics that will influence forecasting. Interfaces routinely with analysts and accountants in all Marmaxx and HomeGoods Finance areas providing required support that influences monthly operational planning, rolling plan, and month end closing processes. Development of methods, procedures, and guidelines for preparation of labor and expense budgets, recommending budgeting policies, practices, and standards. Conducts research and inquiry relative to supporting ad hoc analyses that support sales and profit growth. Supports administrative tasks (invoice processing, etc.) as required Required Skills/Experience: 8 plus years budget preparation, administration and control experience in a multiunit Excellent verbal and written communication skills required. Advanced level in Excel Ability to quickly achieve proficiency in new applications. Undergraduate degree in Accounting / Finance or Business Experience in a strong growth, fast pace, dynamic environment. Preferred Skills/Experience: Executive level communication and presentation skills #J-18808-Ljbffr