Senior Financial Analyst

Job title:

Senior Financial Analyst

Company

Lululemon Athletica

Job description

Description & Requirementswho we arelululemon is an innovative performance apparel company for yoga, running, training, and other athletic pursuits. Setting the bar in technical fabrics and functional design, we create transformational products and experiences that support people in moving, growing, connecting, and being well. We owe our success to our innovative product, emphasis on stores, commitment to our people, and the incredible connections we make in every community we’re in. As a company, we focus on creating positive change to build a healthier, thriving future. In particular, that includes creating an equitable, inclusive and growth-focused environment for our people.about this teamFP&A is responsible for planning and managing lululemon’s overall financial performance. We are an amazing team of passionate, active and dedicated leaders who are counted on as a key business partners in strategic and operational decisions. We provide a tremendous opportunity to learn about the various operations within lululemon working often in cross-functional teams on a variety of projects. You will be able to add value immediately, see the big picture, and develop a business and finance skill set that you can leverage in your future roles within the organization.a day in the life: what you’ll doReporting to the Manager of FP&A, the Senior Financial Analyst is responsible for executing financial planning and analysis activities for the EMEA Digital channel and cross-channel distribution costs. In this role, you will:Develop and maintain the P&L financial models to perform variance analysis, identifying and investigating deviations from plans, and proposing corrective actions. Build accurate financial forecasts, considering market trends, business drivers, and operational factors.Develop and maintain freight and logistics cost financial models to provide accurate forecasts and identify key drivers of distribution costs to senior stakeholders.Prepare and present comprehensive financial reports, dashboards, and presentations to senior leadership and cross-functional teams on a monthly basis.Assist in all aspects of financial planning and analytics for strategic planning and the annual operating budget in support of EMEA’s business units.Partner with cross-functional teams, leading them through strategic planning, the annual operating budget, and monthly re-forecasts. Identify opportunities for cost optimization and process improvements.Conduct in-depth analysis, modeling, and forecasting to support strategic decision-making processes through complex financial models.Qualifications, skills & experience

• 4+ years of progressive finance, financial analysis, and reporting experience with fast-paced business environments.
• ACCA, ACA, CIMA or CPA qualified
• Expert knowledge of Excel and Power BI is required.
• Retail industry experience is an asset.
• Oracle Hyperion, or large financial planning software knowledge is a plus.
• Strong financial background, analytical, modelling, and problem-solving skills.
• Extremely organized, detail oriented and takes pride in quality.
• Proven ability to prioritize and handle multiples task in a time sensitive manner.
• Excellent team player as well as the ability to work independently.
• Effective communication skills (written & verbal)

must haves

• Acknowledge the presence of choice in every moment and take personal responsibility.
• Possess an entrepreneurial spirit and continuously innovate to achieve great results.
• Communicate with honesty and kindness and create the space for others to do the same.
• Lead with courage, knowing the possibility of greatness is bigger than the fear of failure.
• Foster connection by putting people first and building trusting relationships.
• Integrate fun and joy as a way of being and working.

Role ClassificationThis role is classified as Hybrid under our global SSC Hybrid Workplace Policy:In-person collaboration is important, and much of the role can be performed remotely. Work is performed from the office at least 3 days per week.Additional Notes
Authorization to work in the UK is required for this role.Only those applicants under consideration will be contacted. Please accept our utmost appreciation for your interest. lululemon is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit and business needs, and not on race, color, creed, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, military service, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions or any other classification protected by federal, state or provincial and local laws and ordinances. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request. This Equal Employment Opportunity policy applies to all practices relating to recruitment and hiring, compensation, benefits, discipline, transfer, termination and all other terms and conditions of employment. While management is primarily responsible for seeing that lululemon equal employment opportunity policies are implemented, you share in the responsibility for assuring that, by your personal actions, the policies are effective.lululemon is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If you would like someone from our team to contact you for individualized support, email us at . In your email, please include the position title, the location of the position and the nature of your request.

Expected salary

Location

United Kingdom

Job date

Sun, 05 Jan 2025 05:12:53 GMT

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