Sr Financial Analyst I
- Req. Number: 2023-33197
- Mall Name: Express Headquarters
- City, State: Columbus, Ohio
- Posted Date: 10/31/2023
Overview
About EXPR
EXPR is a multi-brand fashion retailer whose portfolio includes Express, Bonobos and UpWest. The Company operates an omnichannel platform as well as physical and online stores. Grounded in a belief that style, quality and value should all be found in one place, Express is a brand with a purpose - We Create Confidence. We Inspire Self-Expression. - powered by a styling community. Bonobos is a menswear brand known for exceptional fit and an innovative retail model. UpWest is an apparel, accessories and home goods brand with a purpose to Provide Comfort for People & Planet.
The Company has over 530 Express retail and Express Factory Outlet stores in the United States and Puerto Rico, the Express.com online store and the Express mobile app; over 60 Bonobos Guideshop locations and the Bonobos.com online store; and 13 UpWest retail stores and the UpWest.com online store. EXPR is traded on the NYSE under the symbol EXPR. For more information about our Company, please vis it www.express.com/investor and for more information about our brands, please visit www.express.com , www.bonobos.com or www.upwest.com .
Responsibilities
The Senior Financial Analyst is responsible for conducting and documenting complex financial analysis projects. Responsible for reporting financial results relating to sales, margin/inventory, expenses, cash flow or capital spend and related specifics as well as forecasting those implications to the total financial forecast. Develop and maintain daily/weekly/monthly business reporting needs. Leads in preparation of seasonal budgets, long range planning and weekly forecasting process. Typically reports to a Finance Manager. May provide functional advice or training to less experienced analysts.
Required Experience & Qualifications
Critical Skills & Attributes
Closing
An equal opportunity employer, Express, Inc. does not discriminate in recruiting, hiring or any other terms and conditions of employment hiring on the basis of any federal, state, or locally protected characteristic. Express, Inc. only hires individuals authorized for employment in the United States. Express, Inc. is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you need an accommodation because of a disability to search and apply for a listed job position, please call 1-800-964-9793 and say 'Associate Relations' or send an e-mail to AssociateRelations@Express.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
Notification to Agencies : Please note that Express, Inc. does not accept unsolicited resumes or calls from third-party recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Master Service Agreement and approval from HR to submit resumes for a specific requisition, Express, Inc. will not consider or approve payment to any third-parties for hires made.
About EXPR
EXPR is a multi-brand fashion retailer whose portfolio includes Express, Bonobos and UpWest. The Company operates an omnichannel platform as well as physical and online stores. Grounded in a belief that style, quality and value should all be found in one place, Express is a brand with a purpose - We Create Confidence. We Inspire Self-Expression. - powered by a styling community. Bonobos is a menswear brand known for exceptional fit and an innovative retail model. UpWest is an apparel, accessories and home goods brand with a purpose to Provide Comfort for People & Planet.
The Company has over 530 Express retail and Express Factory Outlet stores in the United States and Puerto Rico, the Express.com online store and the Express mobile app; over 60 Bonobos Guideshop locations and the Bonobos.com online store; and 13 UpWest retail stores and the UpWest.com online store. EXPR is traded on the NYSE under the symbol EXPR. For more information about our Company, please vis it www.express.com/investor and for more information about our brands, please visit www.express.com , www.bonobos.com or www.upwest.com .
Responsibilities
The Senior Financial Analyst is responsible for conducting and documenting complex financial analysis projects. Responsible for reporting financial results relating to sales, margin/inventory, expenses, cash flow or capital spend and related specifics as well as forecasting those implications to the total financial forecast. Develop and maintain daily/weekly/monthly business reporting needs. Leads in preparation of seasonal budgets, long range planning and weekly forecasting process. Typically reports to a Finance Manager. May provide functional advice or training to less experienced analysts.
- Weekly P&L forecasting including Risk / Opportunity assessment
- Ensure the achievement of profit objectives and analyze business issues and opportunities
- Annual / Seasonal Budget / Long Range Planning co-ordination and collaboration with cross functional partners
- Ad hoc analytics /miscellaneous reporting - long term/short term special projects
Required Experience & Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree (Finance, Accounting, Engineering, Economics majors preferred)
- 3 to 5 years of Financial Analysis experience
- Prior retail finance / accounting experience a plus
- Advanced degree, CPA or MBA a plus
Critical Skills & Attributes
- Extreme focus on data accuracy
- Ability to model complex business questions/issues
- Ability to think analytically and creatively
- Ability to meet tight deadlines and handle multiple tasks/projects
- Demonstrated leadership skills and strong interest in advancement
- Ability to work in a dynamic, fast changing environment
- Ability to work with various levels of management throughout the organization
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Self starter and motivator, ability to remain focused and on task with minimal direction
- Advanced PC skill proficiency including Microsoft Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint
Closing
An equal opportunity employer, Express, Inc. does not discriminate in recruiting, hiring or any other terms and conditions of employment hiring on the basis of any federal, state, or locally protected characteristic. Express, Inc. only hires individuals authorized for employment in the United States. Express, Inc. is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you need an accommodation because of a disability to search and apply for a listed job position, please call 1-800-964-9793 and say 'Associate Relations' or send an e-mail to AssociateRelations@Express.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
Notification to Agencies : Please note that Express, Inc. does not accept unsolicited resumes or calls from third-party recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Master Service Agreement and approval from HR to submit resumes for a specific requisition, Express, Inc. will not consider or approve payment to any third-parties for hires made.
