Senior Financial Analyst - Merchandising

Our Finance team ensure we are accountable and on track to company strategies. Their responsibilities include forecasting, in-season management, and analysis across business units. From sales and margin to operations and expenses, our Finance team provides consistent, accurate information to cross-functional partners to support PetSmart's growth initiatives.

Collaborative & Flexible Work Environment: We believe in fostering growth, teamwork and creativity in a dynamic workplace. This role is based at PetSmart’s Phoenix Home Office, where associates currently enjoy the benefits of in-person collaboration while having the flexibility to work remotely one day per week (a “flex workday” with leader approval), and an expected four days in the office. At PetSmart, you’ll be part of an engaging and supportive environment designed to help you and our teams thrive.

The Senior Financial Analyst position is responsible for conducting analysis of sales, margin, and operational financial data with minimal supervision to support the Finance and Merchandising divisions of the company. This key associate will also support analytical demands from both Finance and Merchandising senior leadership. In this role, you will develop data-driven financial models that provide valuable insights for the business. This position will work with other areas of finance and business partners across PetSmart to support the organization’s annual planning and monthly forecasting processes.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This position in onsite in our Phoenix Home Office.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct financial analysis, forecasting, and modeling to support strategic decision-making for all metrics impacting sales and margin.
• Compile and accurately complete close related tasks including journal entries, reconciliations and variance commentary.
• Perform variance and trend analyses while highlighting risks and opportunities in relation to the plan, finance forecast, merchandise forecast, and/or prior years.
• Build financial models and tools as necessary to analyze data and present out insights and recommend strategies for increasing financial performance.
• Support the Finance leadership team on key projects, analysis, and ad hoc requests.
• Complete ad-hoc analyses that may require working independently or cross-functionally depending on request.
• Provide support to the corporate merchandise team, operational teams, merchandise planning teams and merchandising teams.
• Become a “business partner” for the business unit and build connectivity between Finance and Merchandising.
• Facilitate the business reviews with data analysis to senior business leaders and follow through on actionable items.
• Recommend process improvements to achieve enhanced financial performance.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university in Finance, Accounting and/or related fields.
• 5+ years of tax, finance or related analytical field experience.
• Proven track record of effective communication, and an understanding of MP&A.
• Ability to work independently as well as on a cross-functional team while managing complex projects and providing critical insights.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• MBA or CPA

TECHNICAL SKILLS REQUIRED

• Advanced computer skills, i.e. MS Excel, Power BI, SAP, Word and PowerPoint Applications
• Ability to work with and distill large amounts of data in a variety of different formats
• High level of analytical ability used in solving complex problems
• Understanding of accounting concepts and Profit and Loss statements
• Keen attention to detail
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to explain financial analyses to stakeholders
• Highly motivated, inquisitive, self-starter with the ability to multi-task and effectively manage priorities to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Knowledge of database warehouse tools (i.e. MicroStrategy) highly desired

At PetSmart, we work hard to create a culture where and we celebrate the unique stories, backgrounds, and experiences our associates share. These experiences not only bring new perspectives in shaping our Belonging culture but they’re core to PetSmart’s success.

Not sure if you meet 100% of the position requirements and whether you should apply? We’d still like to hear from you and encourage you to apply with us! You just may be the ideal candidate for this role, and if not this one, perhaps another position.

Our home office offers outstanding amenities in a fun and rewarding workplace including:

• Pet friendly environment, bring your pets to work!
• On-site Dog Park
• “Top Dog” gym with equipment, fitness classes, massage therapists and personal trainers
• “Sit & Stay” Café serving fresh breakfast and lunch options
• On-site coffee bar
• “Lil’ Paws” learning center and onsite daycare facility (associate paid)
• Volunteer events with PetSmart Charities
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PetSmart provides an equal opportunity for all associates and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other legally protected characteristics.