What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Financial Analyst position at WSS / Foot Locker?
POSITION OVERVIEW
WSS is seeking a highly motivated and analytical professional to join our Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) team. As the Senior Financial Analyst, you will play a critical role in supporting the Customer Experience (CX) Organization, helping drive strategic decision-making and operational efficiency. You will be responsible for forecasting labor hours, wage rates, and headcount; reporting on store-level performance; and developing key performance indicators (KPIs). Your work will support the development of the annual plan, monthly forecasts, and ad-hoc analysis, contributing directly to the growth of our retail operations.
The ideal candidate is eager to learn, demonstrates intellectual curiosity and a strong work ethic, and can manage, prioritize, and adapt in a fast-paced environment. This role reports to the Senior Manager of Financial Planning & Analysis.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES (May include but not limited to the following):
- Provide analytical support and guidance on key CX decisions using large and complex data sets and recommendations
- Build and maintain Excel models for the monthly forecast and annual plan
- Implementation, maintenance and continuous improvement of the store auto scheduler
- Leverage UKG tools to monitor store labor metrics & attendance to show key findings. Translate data into insights
- Create Dataviews in UKG in partnership with HRIS and support with training to the CX team
- Assist the Database Administrator with SQL script translations from UKG
- Ad hoc analysis, as needed
REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor’s degree; major in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, or Mathematics
- 3 years of FP&A experience in the retail industry required
- Intermediate Excel knowledge and experience; advanced preferred
- UKG, SQL & Power BI experience preferred
- Basic accounting knowledge and an understanding of financial statements
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Proven analytical capabilities & extreme attention to detail
- Able to work both independently and in teams
- Collaborative and develops productive relationships with key internal stakeholders
- Project management skills with the ability to effectively prioritize and multi-task
- Embraces a culture of continuous improvement
WSS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetics or any other basis forbidden under federal, state, or local law. WSS is committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment.
Salary : $80,000 - $95,000