Financial Analyst

Position Overview


Burlington is seeking a self-motivated and detail-oriented Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Analyst to support the Finance team in driving overall Company performance. Reporting to the Manager of FP&A, this role will be responsible for driving the monthly forecasting process with Finance leadership and cross-functional business partners and will own the budget and forecast for certain areas of the P&L. The Analyst will become an expert user of, and key point person to our enterprise planning tool and will perform a variety of critical administrative tasks to support Company-wide forecasting and budgeting processes. Additionally, this person will provide support to the FP&A team on the preparation of timely performance reports, variance analyses and other ad-hoc projects for senior management. The ideal candidate is analytical, curious and eager to learn about retail operations in a dynamic, growing off-price environment.


A Day In The Life

• Prepare and present monthly forecast and annual budget for select accounts. Build strong relationships with key stakeholders in order drive monthly meetings and review business changes to understand impacts to the P&L. Present and explain monthly changes to management.
• Maintain all aspects of Company's Forecasting/Planning application, including user management, data validation, and template maintenance. This person will be the primary contact/expert for all users and will ensure the system operates in accordance with our internal audit controls, providing support as needed.
• Support the FP&A team by preparing discussion points, taking notes, and distributing summaries during the monthly forecasting meetings.
• Support Accounting during month end close process by effectively communicating plan/forecast data, generating monthly variance reports, and performing reconciliations to ensure data accuracy & completeness.
• Prepare ad hoc analyses/reporting for business partners and management.

This position requires direct interaction with senior business leaders in several areas of the organization. This is a critical position driving the enterprise forecasting process which supports the Company in hitting its financial goals.


You'll Come With

• Bachelor's degree required, preferably in an analytical field such as Finance, Accounting, Economics etc.
• 1-3 years of relevant professional work experience with planning/forecasting experience desired.
• Strong understanding of basic financial and accounting principles.
• Superior Excel skills with an ability to learn financial tools and systems (Adaptive, BI, etc.).
• Intellectual curiosity and an eagerness to learn new and different topics.
• Detail oriented self-starter with outstanding analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and presentation skills; able to walk-through analyses clearly and concisely.
• Ability to build and maintain collaborative relationships.
• Flexible approach to work and evolving organizational priorities.

This position has a target starting salary range of $50,000.00 to $72,500.00 annually. Actual pay is determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to, qualifications, education, job-related skills, relevant experience, and geographic location.


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You will enjoy competitive wages, flexible hours, and an associate discount. Burlington's benefits package includes medical, dental and vision coverage including life and disability insurance. Full-time associates are also eligible for paid time off, paid holidays and a 401(k) plan. We are a rapidly growing brand and provide a variety of training and development opportunities so our associates can grow with us. Our teams work hard and have fun together! Burlington associates make a difference in the lives of customers, colleagues, and the communities where we live and work every day. Burlington Stores, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity.


Individual pay decisions will be based on a variety of factors, such as but not limited to, qualifications, education, job-related skills, relevant experience, and geographic location.


Posting Number R101458


Location New Jersey-Burlington


Address 1830 Route 130 North


Zip Code 08016


Pay Rate Salaried


Career Site Category Corporate


Position Category Finance


Job Type Full-Time


Remote Type Hybrid


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