Financial Analyst

At DICK’S Sporting Goods, we believe in how positively sports can change lives. On our team, everyone plays a critical role in creating confidence and excitement by personally equipping all athletes to achieve their dreams. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce, reflecting the communities we serve.

If you are ready to make a difference as part of the world’s greatest sports team, apply to join our team today!

OVERVIEW:

Finance at DICK’S Sporting Goods – we’re more than just a team of people behind excel spreadsheets. We are fiduciaries driving financial excellence for our teammates, athletes and shareholders. Weare trusted business partners guiding decisions & strategy, delivering meaningful business insights, and leading with innovative ideas. 

Here at DICK’S, we’re building a diverse Finance culture that differentiates us as a career destination that will consistently challenge and reward. On our team, you’ll focus on relentless improvement and innovation to support our growing business. Learn more about #DSGFinance here: https://bit.ly/3nnLkvG

The Financial Analyst is responsible for providing financial analysis and decision support for the Vertical Brand and Merchandising teams through project analytics, dashboard reporting & insights, monthly business reviews and budgeting/forecasting. 

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

Financial Analysis, Reporting & Ad-Hoc Analytics

• Provide financial analysis to support Vertical Brands and other Merchandising strategies and business initiatives.

• Execute weekly and monthly reporting deliverables for key business partners, including the Vertical Brand monthly business review.

• Communicate financial insights and recommendations to key stakeholders to make informed business decisions.

• Participate in special projects where a Finance perspective is required or requested by Management.

• Support automation efforts for FP&A to streamline weekly/monthly reporting.

Budgeting and Forecasting

• Assist in the preparation of assigned components of the annual Vertical Brand budget, including sales, gross profit, operating expenses, administrative expenses and capital expenditures.

• Work with business partners across the Vertical Brand and Merchant teams to update the Vertical Brand forecast, and maintain visibility to risks & opportunities. Analyze and proactively address forecast accuracy issues.

• Analyze variances vs budget and historical results. Identify key drivers and trends

Reporting/Monthly Close

• Complete month-end closing activities, including account reconciliations and variance analysis.

• Compile, validate and summarize expense information for reporting to business units.

• Assist with management reporting in support of our financial close cycle and quarterly earnings announcements.

Test & Learn Analytics

• Leverage Test & Learn Analytics to identify key performance drivers and help stakeholders make smarter business and investment decisions.

• Influence test design and site selection to ensure results are unbiased and representative of the chain.

• Effectively summarize test results and utilize findings to perform ROI and hindsight analyses.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting or related business field

• 1 to 3 years of Finance or Merchandising experience

• Proficient in Excel

• Peoplesoft Experience

• Hyperion Budgeting and Forecast System

• Strong collaborative skills and ability to work with a team

• Self motivated with critical attention to details and deadlines

• Ability to work in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment

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