Lead Financial Analyst

Want to help pets live their best lives?

We're proud to be where the pets go and where the pet people go. If you want to make a real difference, create an exciting career path, feel welcome to be your whole self and nurture your wellbeing, Petco is the place for you.

Our core values capture that spirit as we work to improve lives by doing what's right for pets and people.

• Pet First - Protect & Empower. All pets should Live their Best Life. We put the needs of pets and pet parents at the center of everything we do.
• Foster the Fun - Connect & Bond. Our Passion for pets brings us together! We celebrate the journey of pet parenthood through district experiences, products, and services.
• Let's Go! Own & Commit. We are stronger as One Petco team. We bring our unique superpowers and champion authenticity in everyone to drive success.

We're proud to be "where the pets go" to find everything they need to live their best lives for more than 60 years - from their favorite meals and toys, to trusted supplies and expert support from people who get it, because we live it. We believe in the universal truths of pet parenthood - the boundless boops, missing slippers, late night zoomies and everything in between. And we're here for it. Every tail wag, every vet visit, every step of the way. We are 29,000+ strong and together we nurture the pet-human bond in more than 1,500 Petco stores across the U.S., Mexico and Puerto Rico, 250+ Vetco Total Care hospitals, hundreds of preventive care clinics and eight distribution centers. In 1999, we founded Petco Love. Together, we support thousands of local animal welfare groups nationwide and have helped find homes for approximately 7 million animals through in-store adoption events.

Position Overview:

The Lead, Financial Planning and Analytics is responsible for overseeing the financial planning and analysis functions of the organization. This role will lead a team in providing strategic financial insights, forecasting, budgeting, and performance analysis to drive business decisions. The individual will be a key partner to senior leadership, ensuring the financial health and success of the company by delivering timely, accurate, and actionable financial information.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Financial Planning:
  • Lead the annual budgeting and forecasting process, including long-term financial planning.
  • Provide detailed analysis of financial performance against budgets and forecasts, identifying areas of concern and opportunity.
  • Develop and manage financial models and scenarios to support business strategies.
• Reporting & Analysis:
  • Produce monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports and variance analyses for senior leadership and stakeholders.
  • Interpret financial data, providing actionable insights to support business decisions and optimize performance.
  • Monitor key financial and operational metrics and drive improvements where necessary.
• Team Leadership & Development:
  • Lead and mentor a team of financial analysts, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment.
  • Ensure the team has the necessary skills, tools, and resources to deliver high-quality financial analysis.
  • Oversee team workflows, ensuring adherence to deadlines and quality standards.
• Business Partnership & Communication:
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., Operations, Sales, Marketing) to understand business drivers and provide financial insights.
  • Present financial results and insights to senior management, explaining complex financial data in a clear and understandable manner.
  • Support the strategic decision-making process by providing financial evaluations, scenario analyses, and recommendations.
• Process Improvement:
  • Drive continuous improvements in financial planning processes and tools.
  • Identify opportunities for automation and streamlining of financial reporting and analysis.
  • Ensure compliance with financial policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Ad Hoc Analysis & Projects:
  • Lead special projects, financial modeling, and data analysis as needed by the business.
  • Support mergers, acquisitions, investments, or other strategic initiatives with financial due diligence and analysis.

Qualifications:

• Education:
  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.
  • MBA or CPA is preferred.
• Experience:
  • 8+ years of experience in financial planning and analysis, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
  • Experience in forecasting, budgeting, and financial reporting in a corporate environment.
  • Strong background in financial modeling, scenario analysis, and business performance evaluation.
  • Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, etc.) and financial reporting tools (e.g., Hyperion, Tableau).
• Skills and Competencies:
  • Excellent leadership and team management skills.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven approach.
  • Advanced proficiency in Excel, financial modeling, and reporting software.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present financial data to non-financial stakeholders.
  • High attention to detail, with a focus on accuracy and timeliness.
  • Knowledge of financial regulations and compliance standards.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Retail industry-specific experience
• Familiarity with data visualization tools such as Power BI or Tableau.

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Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

The pay ranges outlined below are presented in accordance with state-specific regulations. These ranges may differ in other areas and could be subject to variation based on regulatory minimum wage requirements. Actual pay rates will depend on factors such as position, location, level of experience, and applicable state or local minimum wage laws. If the regulatory minimum wage exceeds the minimum indicated in the pay range below, the regulatory minimum wage will be the minimum rate applied.

Salary Range: $100,100.00 - $166,100.00

Hourly or Salary Range will be reflected above. For a more detailed overview of Petco Total Rewards, including health and financial benefits, 401K, incentives, and PTO - see https://careers.petco.com/us/en/key-benefits

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or any other protected classification.

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