Ubicación: United Kingdom
Estado/Provincia/Localidad: London
Localidad: London
Departamento: Store Support Centre (SSC)
Tipo de horario: Full-time
Finance Analyst
Description & Requirements
who we are
lululemon 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 team
FP&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 do
Reporting to the Manager of FP&A, the Financial Analyst is responsible for executing financial planning and analysis activities for the EMEA Digital channel and cross-channel Digital Marketing costs. In this role, you will:
- Develop and maintain the sales 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 financial models to provide accurate forecasts and identify key drivers of digital marketing costs for senior stakeholders.
- Prepare and present comprehensive financial reports, dashboards, and presentations to senior leadership and cross-functional teams on a monthly basis.
- Partner with cross-functional teams, supporting them through strategic sales planning, the annual budget, and monthly re-forecasts. Identify opportunities for cost optimization and process improvements.
- Assist in all aspects of financial planning and analytics for strategic planning and the annual operating budget in support of EMEA’s business units.
- Conduct in-depth analysis, modeling, and forecasting to support strategic decision-making processes through complex financial models.
Qualifications, skills & experience
- 2+ years of progressive finance, financial analysis, and reporting experience in fast-paced business environments.
- ACCA, ACA, CIMA, or CPA qualified.
- Expert knowledge of Excel is required.
- Retail industry experience is an asset.
- Oracle Hyperion and Power BI knowledge are a plus.
- Strong financial background, with analytical, modeling, and problem-solving skills.
- Extremely organized, detail-oriented, and takes pride in quality.
- Proven ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks in a time-sensitive manner.
- Excellent team player with the ability to work independently.
- Effective communication skills (written and 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 Classification
This 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.
Solo se contactará con aquellos candidatos considerados. Acepta nuestro mayor agradecimiento por tu interés. lululemon es una empleador que da igualdad de oportunidades de empleo. Las decisiones relacionadas con el empleo se basan en los méritos y las necesidades empresariales, y no en la raza, color, credo, edad, sexo, género, orientación sexual, origen nacional, religión, estado civil, problema de salud, discapacidad física o mental, servicio militar, embarazo, parto y problemas médicos relacionados ni ninguna otra clasificación protegida por las leyes y ordenanzas federales, estatales o provinciales y locales. Hay disponibles ajustes razonables para personas cualificadas con discapacidades, previa solicitud. Esta Política de igualdad de oportunidades de empleo se aplica a todas las prácticas relacionadas con la selección y la contratación, la compensación, los beneficios, las medidas disciplinarias, el traslado, el cese y otros términos y condiciones de empleo. Aunque la dirección es el responsable principal de comprobar que se implementan las políticas de igualdad de oportunidades de empleo de lululemon, compartes la responsabilidad de garantizar que, mediante tus acciones personales, las políticas son efectivas.
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 ataccommodations@lululemon.com. In your email, please include the position title, the location of the position and the nature of your request.