Financial Analyst I

Comfort starts with our 10,000+ team members across the globe, who are transforming the power of comfort every day. Our employees have the power to change lives, in our homes, work and communities. We foster an inclusive environment while honoring a legacy built on family, where everyone can be themselves. If you are ready to join an industry leading organization where our people are the most important asset, and innovation propels us into the future, you’re ready to take your seat at La-Z-Boy Incorporated. WE BELIEVE IN THE TRANSFORMATIONAL POWER OF COMFORT Job Summary This position provides analysis and reporting that supports decision making by management. Assists with recommendations on strategic projects that involve data gathering, business intelligence, report writing and execution. Assists with communicating recommendations derived from analysis with functional and senior leadership teams to drive change and shareholder value. Job Description KEY RESPONSIBILITIES (other duties as assigned): Assists with financial and strategic analysis leading to improved decision making, including ad-hoc analysis requests, developing new approaches to analysis, and creation of new reports utilizing new mechanisms. Supports annual planning processes, maintain updates on annual plan progress and report results. Participates and provides recommendations on strategic division led projects that may involve cross-functional groups and teams or engage with external vendors/suppliers. Ability to see beyond the basic project and provide guidance, raise issues, and resolve conflicts as necessary. Assists with generating and issuing recurring reports and leading defined monthly accounting tasks. Reports could be used in senior or executive management meetings and reviews. Recommends and develops new reports as needed when new analysis is required. Gathers internal and external information to inform the strategic supply network planning process. Analyzes new business opportunities by gathering necessary data and building financial models Assists with data management / business intelligence - maintaining, updating, upgrading, or expanding the data tools used for analysis and projects. If needed, identify new tools and work with team to incorporate them into the business. Support financial systems, process, and policies Scope & Impact The Finance and Accounting department supports the entire corporation. Analysts are likely to be individual contributors that work with team members across all levels of the organization to drive change and results. La-Z-Boy is amid the largest capacity investment in our Supply Network in recent times and this role has a high level of influence for enabling the execution and optimizing future state. Minimum Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or related field with 0-2 years of relevant experience or equivalent. Proficiency in Microsoft Office: Power Point, Excel, Word and Access Demonstrated capability in handling highly complex analytical problems with ability to drive to insights and answers under deadlines. Possess strong analytical and organizational skills. Understanding of GAAP accounting principles. Up to 10% Travel Required. Preferred Requirements Experience with a data analytics tool and ERP Systems Basic knowledge of management strategies, financial accounting, supply chain, and manufacturing Project management skills to drive change across organization and accomplish stated goals. Future geographic mobility SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: none Physical Demands/Work Environment Office environment/no specific or unusual physical environmental demands. OTHER DUTIES: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the incumbent for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Weekly Hours 40 Benefits For Employees In The US Benefit offerings to employees and their families include: Medical, Vision, Dental and Basic Life Insurance, available 401k retirement plan with company match of up to 6%. Paid time off includes: 9-11 paid holidays each year, two weeks’ prorated vacation as a new hire and either personal time (non-exempt only) or state mandated sick time. More information can be found via: If this role requires travel / driving in order to perform the key responsibilities outlined above, candidates must be able to meet the qualifications noted in the company’s Driver Management Program to be considered for the role. At La-Z-Boy Incorporated, we're an equal opportunity employer. We understand that our employees’ diverse backgrounds, experiences, perspectives, and viewpoints add value to our ability to create and deliver the best possible service, quality products, and is of utmost importance as we work together to build comfort. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. We are committed to fostering an environment in which all employees feel valued, included, and empowered to do their best work and bring great ideas to the table. If you are a qualified individual that may need a change or adjustment to the application/interviewing/hiring process as a result of your disability, you may request a reasonable accommodations by emailing our recruiting team at View email address on click.appcast.io or by calling View phone number on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr