Analyst III Finance

Analyst III Finance Stop & Shop•3.3 Quincy, MA Job Details $86,320•$129,480 a year 16 hours ago Qualifications Financial forecasting Data visualization software proficiency Research Managing budgets in a finance role Bachelor's degree Accounting and finance experience Cross-functional collaboration Profit and loss analysis Cross-functional communication

Full Job Description Category/Area of Expertise:

Accounting/Finance Job Requisition:

497616

Address:

USA-MA-Quincy-1385

Hancock Street Store Code:

Finance•Brands (5167573) Here at Stop & Shop, we've been serving our customers and neighborhoods for more than a century. A lot has changed in that time, but one thing hasn't: Stop & Shop is a place where everyone can thrive and feel like they're part of family. Our more than 50,000 associates enjoy competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits and discounts to support professional and personal journeys and flexibility that fits their lives. We invite you to pull up a seat and discover the ways you can make an impact. There's always room at our table! Develops cross-functional financial analysis and provides strategic support across multiple areas of the business. Responsible for delivering accurate and timely shrink projections, supporting P&L budgeting, and reporting financial performance. Leads brand initiative tracking and reporting across Fresh and Non-Perishable (NP) categories. Conducts in-depth analysis and responds to ad hoc business requests with data-driven insights.

What we ask of you:

Partner with category management teams to develop and deliver weekly sales and margin reporting, including budgeting and performance analysis. Design, enhance, and maintain executive-level reporting tools by leveraging advanced technical, data management, and financial systems capabilities. Develop and present financial results, forecasts, schedules, and templates; facilitate planning processes to ensure timely and accurate deliverables. Create clear and compelling financial narratives for finance teams and business partners, translating data into actionable insights on business performance. Provide proactive analytical support by identifying, analyzing, and interpreting key business drivers, risks, and opportunities. Perform detailed P&L analysis, including period diagnostics and identification of key drivers impacting financial results across departments. Collaborate with and influence business leaders to develop forward-looking plans and assess the financial impact of strategic initiatives. Consolidate, evaluate, and analyze financial inputs to support long-term (multi-year) planning, annual budgeting, and periodic forecast updates. Conduct trend analysis and variance analysis against budgets and forecasts to monitor performance and highlight deviations. Perform root cause analysis to identify underlying drivers of financial variances and recommend corrective actions. Generate actionable insights and partner with cross-functional teams to implement data-driven recommendations. Lead price investment planning in collaboration with Pricing, Promotions, and Category Management teams. Develop and maintain Power BI dashboards to visualize performance, identify trends, and support decision-making on risks and opportunities. Produce recurring and ad hoc reports for cross-functional stakeholders to support operational and strategic initiatives. Conduct research and analysis to respond to ad hoc business questions and emerging priorities. What you bring to the table: 3-5 years Bachelor's Degree•Finance, Accounting or Related Field Strong organizational skills as well as project management capabilities Proven ability to work effectively and collaborate across teams while maintaining business partnerships P&L management, variance analysis, and identification of key business drivers Experience with annual budgeting, long-term planning, and forecasting Strong Excel skills and experience with Microsoft Power BI Ability to collaborate with and influence cross-functional teams Clear and concise communication, including executive-level storytelling Ability to connect financial insights to broader business decisions Strong problem-solving skills, including root cause analysis and recommendations Understanding of pricing, promotions, and margin impact High attention to detail and accuracy in analysis and reporting What we bring to the table: Culture committed to celebrating diverse backgrounds and experiences Comprehensive benefits Opportunities for professional development and career growth Associate discounts Team of associates dedicated to serving our local customers and supporting our communities A hybrid work environment with three days a week at our Quincy corporate office and the remaining days working remotely If you are passionate about customer service, thrive in a dynamic environment, and are committed to making a difference, we invite you to apply. The salary range is $86,320•129,480 and will be commensurate with background, experience as well as internal equity. Stop & Shop is an equal opportunity employer. We comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to sex, race, color, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, marital status (including civil unions), military service, veteran status, pregnancy (including childbirth and related medical conditions), genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, legally recognized disability, domestic violence victim status or any other characteristic protected by law.