Financial Analyst II

Overview The Financial Analyst 2 provides analysis to stakeholders helping to guide discussions and assist business partners in driving financial performance. You will partner with the Finance and Business partner teams to create plans and weekly forecasts that accurately reflect the state of the business and provide for a meaningful financial benchmark. You will provide ad hoc reporting and modeling support for strategic initiatives and special projects. This position requires a high attention to detail and the ability to understand and identify anomalies, communicating findings to key stakeholders accurately and timely. We are looking for a team member that is self-motivated and reliable, with a positive attitude and open to change as our company continues to grow. Overview The Financial Analyst 2 provides analysis to stakeholders helping to guide discussions and assist business partners in driving financial performance. You will partner with the Finance and Business partner teams to create plans and weekly forecasts that accurately reflect the state of the business and provide for a meaningful financial benchmark. You will provide ad hoc reporting and modeling support for strategic initiatives and special projects. This position requires a high attention to detail and the ability to understand and identify anomalies, communicating findings to key stakeholders accurately and timely. We are looking for a team member that is self-motivated and reliable, with a positive attitude and open to change as our company continues to grow. This position reports into our Store Support Office in Phoenix, AZ. Hybrid schedule in office Tuesday-Thursday. Overview Of Responsibilities The Financial Analyst 2 provides analysis to stakeholders helping to guide discussions and assist business partners in driving financial performance. You will partner with the Finance and Business partner teams to create plans and weekly forecasts that accurately reflect the state of the business and provide for a meaningful financial benchmark. You will provide ad hoc reporting and modeling support for strategic initiatives and special projects. This position requires a high attention to detail and the ability to understand and identify anomalies, communicating findings to key stakeholders accurately and timely. We are looking for a team member that is self-motivated and reliable, with a positive attitude and open to change as our company continues to grow. Financial Planning & Forecasting Executes on assigned processes to support the development of long-range financial planning, annual budgets, and quarterly forecasts Refreshes, modifies and understands the financial models that support accurate planning and provide recommendations to business partners & leadership Supports P&L forecast processes and highlights key business drivers, risk and opportunities Financial Analysis Analyze and articulate the key financial drivers to provide a deeper understanding of financial drivers to business leaders, including identifying potential downstream implications within the business Leverages knowledge of business to identify issues and collaborate with leadership and business partners to provide potential solutions Supports the planning and implementation of key Strategic Initiatives Reporting Generate and distribute weekly & monthly reporting on key business metrics for department leadership Partner with the business to understand variances to forecast / budget, understand and relay ongoing implications of those variances Collaborate with analyst peer group, in identifying opportunities to streamline and enhance existing processes Leverage Workday, Adaptive, Power BI, and other financial applications as needed Other Able to assist in project work that spans across multiple teams Identify conflicting priorities, and working through solutions with direct supervisor Ownership over continued self-development and leveraging finance leadership to support as needed Qualifications Required Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Economics, Statistics, or a related field is required, with an MBA preferred Requires a minimum of one to three years of prior relevant experience Experience with budgeting, planning, modeling, and forecasting systems Knowledge of accounting principles and practices, and the analysis of financial data and statements preferred Excels working in a fast-paced environment and able to manage competing priorities Strong ability to communicate timely and collaborate with peers, all levels of Finance, and business leadership in a timely and effective manner Demonstrates confidence and maintains a positive outlook Comfortable training peers & business partners on owned processes Actively engaged with self-development, partnering with direct supervisor Self-starter, can-do attitude, and organized / proactive in managing timing Excellent verbal and communication skills Grocery or Retail experience is preferred Intermediate to Strong, in Microsoft Office Suite, primarily Excel and PowerPoint Preferred Experience leveraging Artificial Intelligence (AI), machine learning, predictive analytics, or generative AI tools to enhance or improve financial forecasting, scenario planning, reporting automation, and business decision support. Experience using AI-enabled tools (Microsoft Copilot, Power BI AI capabilities, Python, Azure AI, Databricks, or similar platforms) to improve financial analysis and reporting. Experience supporting retail, consumer products, manufacturing, or distribution businesses. Proficiency with Power BI, Tableau, SQL, or other analytics tools. Experience working with large datasets and ERP systems. Benefits In addition to a rewarding career, Sprouts offers a comprehensive program to help support you and your family. These programs include: Competitive pay Sick time plan that you can use to support you or your immediate families health Vacation accrual plan Opportunities for career growth 15% discount for you and one other family member in your household on all purchases made at Sprouts Flexible schedules Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 401(K) Retirement savings plan with a generous company match Company paid life insurance Contests and appreciation events throughout the year full of prizes, food and fun! Eligibility Requirements May Apply For The Following Benefits Bonus based on company and/or individual performance Affordable benefit coverage, including medical, dental and vision Health Savings Account with company match Pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care Company paid short-term disability coverage Paid parental leave for both mothers and fathers Paid holidays Get Paid Every Day! 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