Overview
The Senior Finance Operational Analyst plays a key role in supporting Supply Chain capital investment decisions by developing advanced financial models such as incremental EBITDA analyses, NPV/IRR/payback calculations, and detailed Discounted Cash Flow valuations. This position leads the preparation of monthly CapEx forecasts by business function and supports ongoing capital allocation needs with accuracy and insight.
This role requires strong analytical skills, technical expertise, and the ability to translate complex financial data into clear, actionable recommendations for senior business leaders. The analyst will also provide financial support for operational processes including annual budgeting, periodic forecasting, and month-end closing.
Responsibilities
- Develop complex financial analyses including cash flow models, business cases, scenario analyses, incremental EBITDA impact, and ROI evaluations to support CapEx investment decisions and growth opportunities.
- Lead monthly CapEx forecasting and reporting by business function, ensuring accuracy and alignment with enterprise-wide capital allocation priorities.
- Support annual budgeting, weekly and monthly forecasting, and month-end activities for National Operations teams overhead and strategic operating budget initiatives.
- Maintain and enhance weekly, monthly, and quarterly financial reporting, including project KPI tracking and performance updates.
- Prepare and review timely financial and business-related analyses, research, and forecasts.
- Perform advanced trend and variance analyses, synthesizing data from multiple sources and incorporating cross-functional impacts and industry trends.
- Provide insights into business performance and translate findings into potential action plans.
- Conduct financial evaluation research and analysis using data from internal and external sources.
- Present research and analysis results to management.
- Provide key support for annual budgeting and periodic forecasting, including variance analysis and sensitivity testing.
- Lead critical planning and analysis processes.
- Develop and own complex short-term (1 year) and support long-term (3–5 year) forecasting models based on multi-function business activity inputs.
- Lead process improvements and strategic initiatives within functional areas.
- Analyze business processes and recommend improvements.
- Articulate the impact of analysis, modeling, and business decision support on key financial measures such as Gross Profit, Operating Margin, and Free Cash Flow.
- Conceptualize, develop, and present business cases to financial and business leadership.
- Act as an internal consultant interacting with management at all levels.
- Perform other relevant duties as required.
Requirements
Education/Certifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field.
- MBA or CPA preferred.
Experience
- Minimum 5 years of FP&A experience.
- Experience with data visualization tools such as Tableau or Power BI is a plus.
- Experience with Oracle and financial reporting/planning tools is a plus.
- Strong strategic planning, financial, and operational/business background.
- Financial modeling experience.
- Budgeting and forecasting experience preferred.
- Proven success in complex financial analysis.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Thorough knowledge of economic, market, consumer, and business research and analysis for wholesale industries.
- Ability to clearly articulate and present ideas concisely.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Access.
- Strong teamwork and independent work capabilities.
- Outstanding analytical skills (numerical and verbal).
- Strong business acumen and self-motivation.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, complex organization.
- Leadership skills to direct work across the company without direct line authority.
- Strong administrative, organizational, and relationship skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Discretion, diplomacy, and good judgment.
- Positive, proactive, and flexible attitude with ownership of responsibilities.
- Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Ability to manage confidential information.
- Statistical modeling skills and strong research and analysis skills are a plus.
Work Environment
- This is a remote position where the associate will primarily work from their residence.
- Remote associates may be required to visit company offices or distribution centers for specific business needs.
- Most work is performed in a temperature-controlled office environment when onsite.
- Job duties may require prolonged sitting, use of office equipment, and occasional physical movements such as stooping or reaching.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive salary with pay dependent on education, experience, and other factors.
- Benefits include paid time off, sick time, paid holidays, parental leave, 401(k) program, medical, dental, vision, life, and accidental death/dismemberment insurance.
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance programs.
- Flexible Spending Account and/or Health Savings Account options.
- Mentorship and developmental opportunities.
- Washington state-specific paid time off details apply for positions based or performed remotely in Washington.
Location
Remote role with occasional travel to company offices or distribution centers as needed.
The employer is an equal opportunity organization committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other protected categories. Accommodations are available upon request during the selection process.