Financial Analyst – FP&A EMEA

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Who We Are:

At Brooks, we believe movement is the key to feeling more alive. That’s why we’re driven to create gear and experiences that take people to the place that makes them feel more alive — whether it’s a headspace, a feeling, or a finish line.

Everyone who works at Brooks is propelled by a company culture that sparks excitement, fuels collaboration, inspires creativity, and ignites innovation.

Our brand values help bond us together and drive our success:

•Runner First

We act in the best interest of the runner

•Word is Bond

We do what we say we’ll do

•Champion Heart

We give our all in everything we do

•There is no “I” in Run

We stay generous with our humanity

•Keep Moving

We find ways to move every day, because joy is kinetic!

We welcome everyone from every walk of life looking to inspire others through the power of movement — because we’re all moving towards something. Let’s run there.

Your Job:

The Financial Analyst – FP&A will support the financial planning and monthly reporting & analysis processes for Brooks Sports EMEA operations. You will monitor, analyze, and report on capital and operating budgets, including monthly financial analysis, monthly and quarterly forecasting and ad hoc business analysis. In addition, the Financial Analyst will report on progress towards budget targets and work with business partners to identify and explain variances to the plan. This position will also contribute to special projects, typically involving the analysis and research of business issues, to provide management with valuable insights that support our corporate growth and profitability.

Your Responsibilities:

Support quarterly forecasting process by working closely with functional leaders to obtain and interpret revenue, margin and SG&A information to enhance profitability.

Provide analysis of monthly financial results including the interpretation of current month performance information.

Participate in the design, development and ongoing preparation of financial reports, including management reports, variance analysis and reports including the income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow statement.

Support functional areas across the business in preparation of financial month-end close.

Develop, design, upgrade and maintain processes and systems used for budgeting, forecasting, and reporting.

Prepare ad-hoc financial reporting and analysis for global, government and audit requests.

Contribute to the annual strategic planning process through the development of financial models and the compilation of financial projections.

Provide planning and execution for the operational cost analysis to enhance profitability and improve process efficiency.

Manage conflicting priorities to meet reporting and forecasting deadlines.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field

3+ years of experience in Financial Planning and Analysis; preferably in a retail environment.

Strong analytical skills and keen attention to detail: able to analyze raw data, draw conclusions, and develop actionable strategic recommendations.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, demonstrating effective listening through concise, clear verbal and written communication. Other European languages a plus.

Excellent interpersonal skills that inspire and build trust resulting in effective working relationships across the company.

Advanced Excel skills. Strong affinity to EDW solutions or previous experience with Adaptive Insights, Snowflake, PowerBI and Infor M3 desired.

Embraces and lives the Brooks values!

Brooks Sports is an equal opportunity employer and our policy is to maintain employment practices that conform to the intent and letter of the laws regarding equal employment opportunity. Brooks is committed to affording equal employment opportunity to all individuals without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran or military status, marital status, sexual preference, genetic information or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local laws or regulations. This commitment applies to all phases of the recruitment process including hiring, selection, promotions, transfers, demotions, compensation, benefits, or training. Brooks will endeavor to make reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with known disabilities, unless doing so would result in an undue business hardship or a direct threat to the health or safety of any individual.

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