Financial Planning Analyst

Full job description
As the Financial Analyst on the Skechers Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) team, you will be responsible for analysing metrics and trends to understand results and support business decisions for the EMEA region. In collaboration with operations leaders and partners, you will prepare annual financial plans, on-going financial forecasts, and long-term strategic plans for our retail business. You will also provide key input on business models and initiatives, designed to drive growth and profitability.
Are you someone who can prepare accurate and timely analytics, reports, and insightful observations for business leaders to increase operational effectiveness and efficiency?

If so, we want you to join our team as a 'Skechers Financial Planning Analyst'

You will help develop an annual operating plan, quarterly forecasts, and a long-range plan for our retail business. Support various business leaders with ad hoc operational and strategic analyses and projects. As well as assist with the development of meaningful reports and analytics to support the needs of business leaders and executives, the board, and external stakeholders.

With competitive salary and benefits, plus opportunities for career growth. You can make your mark in the world of retail with Skechers! We want you to be yourself and feel welcome when you join us.

What we’re looking for:

Bachelor’s or equivalent degree in finance, accounting or a related field.
Experience in financial planning and analysis or in an adjacent field of finance, investment banking, consulting, business intelligence or accounting.
Oracle and / or Hyperion Planning experience preferred
Excellent oral and written communication skills across all levels of an organisation, and especially with senior management.
Able to quickly understand and explain complex data/issues and distill complex and voluminous data into understandable information for a wide audience.
Detail-oriented with excellent organisational and multi-tasking skills.
Strong initiative with a proven ability to follow-through on projects and bring them to a timely completion.
Demonstrated ability to anticipate forward looking changes required for shifts in business operations.
Ability to support organizational shifts.
Strong systems aptitude and business focus.
Solid understanding of accounting principles and procedures.
Highly proficient PC skills, especially in Excel, Word and Power Point.
This role is full-time and based in our St Albans Head Office.

Skechers offers:

Competitive salary and benefits package
Opportunities for career growth and development
A fun and dynamic work environment
Product discount
Free onsite parking

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