Sr Manager Financial Planning and Analysis

OVERVIEW

Experience something categorically different. With over 1,400 stores throughout the U.S., a thriving digital ecosystem and a growth trajectory that's put Wall Street on notice; Ulta Beauty provides dynamic challenges for those who want to apply their financial acumen to ever-increasing levels of complexity. Professional ownership. Diverse and ever-evolving projects. Greater levels of impact. The ability to influence decisions and organizational direction. It's all part of the daily experience of our Finance & Accounting associates.

If you want a collaborative environment where continual learning, career self-determination and trust are prioritized, where an engaged leadership provides deep levels of support and guidance, Ulta Beauty is uniquely positioned to deliver greater levels of career satisfaction. Are you up for the challenge?

THE IMPACT YOU CAN HAVE:

The Sr. Manager FP&A - Merchandise Cross Category will partner with the business to coordinate and analyze the forecast and budgeting processes, along with the development of long-range strategic plans.

In addition, this position will develop tools and reports that provide insights for the business and will lead the financial direction and execution for the Company's strategic vision.

Supervised by the Director - Merchandise FP&A and manages three direct reports.

YOU'LL ACCOMPLISH THESE GOALS BY:

• Work closely with the business and finance partners to consolidate plans and forecasts
• Responsible for analyzing financial roll-ups to identify and explain variances
• Partner with the business to prepare plan, forecast and monthly financial presentation decks
• Develop, implement and continuously improve metrics and scorecards
• Works closely with the business to develop and establish strategies, plans, and processes to improve profitability and cost efficiencies
• Help support long-range strategic financial plan for the function
• Develop quarterly Board of Director and Audit Committee financial presentations
• Develop tools and reporting that will provide insights into the business and improve productivity
• Conduct ad hoc financial analysis as needed
• Monitor overhead expense budget v. actual results, identify trends, and lead cost containment initiatives
• Oversee Cross Category Merchandise FP&A function

REQUIREMENTS FOR CONSIDERATION:

• 7 + years of professional financial experience in a retail or consumer products organization (preferred)
• Experience in a financial support role in a retail category management environment helpful
• Undergraduate degree in finance, business, or related field, MBA preferred but not required
• Advanced analytical skills coupled with an ability to interpret, communicate findings, and make recommendations to senior leadership
• Advanced Excel and Access skills
• Ability to influence decision makers through financial analyses and interpersonal skills
• Ability to build teams, processes, and models that deliver desired results
• Innate inquisitiveness relative to process workings and financial results
• Desire to see personal and organizational effort lead to bottom line results
• Knowledge of financial processes and internal controls
• Comfortable working independently and in collaborative manner in a cross-functional environment
• Proficient in MS Office, SAP or Business Intelligence systems knowledge helpful
• Prior FP&A experience preferred

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• This role is is based in Bolingbrook, IL and rquires in office 6 days per month.

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The pay range for this position is $119,300.00 - $160,000.00 / Year with the opportunity for eligible associates to earn additional compensation pursuant to the Company's bonus plan. Exact pay will be based on factors including, but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, level, shift, geographic location, and business and organizational needs. Full-time positions are eligible for paid time off, health, dental, vision, life and disability benefits. Part-time positions are eligible for dental, vision, life, and disability benefits. For additional information concerning our benefits, visit our Benefits and Career Development page: https://learn.bswift.com/ulta

ABOUT

At Ulta Beauty (NASDAQ: ULTA), the possibilities are beautiful. Ulta Beauty is the largest North American beauty retailer and the premier beauty destination for cosmetics, fragrance, skin care products, hair care products and salon services. We bring possibilities to life through the power of beauty each and every day in our stores and online with more than 25,000 products from approximately 500 well-established and emerging beauty brands across all categories and price points, including Ulta Beauty's own private label. Ulta Beauty also offers a full-service salon in every store featuring-hair, skin, brow, and make-up services.

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest records, conviction records, or other criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of any applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York City Fair Chance Act.