lululemon Financial Analyst - Global Digital

lululemon; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 71,000 - 107,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health benefits

Dental benefits

Mental health plans

Paid time off

Retirement plan matching

Employee discount

Wellbeing programs

Job summary

lululemon in Vancouver, Canada, is seeking a Financial Analyst to support the Global Digital business. You will lead financial planning, forecasting, and analysis to back investment decisions and growth initiatives.

You will deliver insightful metrics, connect operations to financial results, and help develop reporting processes that inform strategy and drive performance across the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Commerce or Business Administration.
• CPA or MBA a plus.
• 3+ years of progressive financial analysis and reporting experience in fast-paced environments; retail experience is a plus.
• Excel expertise required; Oracle Hyperion experience is an asset.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Able to prioritize multiple tasks and work independently or as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead annual operating budget plans and monthly forecasting.
• Identify and investigate variances to budget and forecast; spot opportunities for improvement.
• Provide ad hoc decision support and scenario analysis as needed.
• Develop and enhance reporting processes that support Global Digital storytelling.

Skills

Financial analysis

Forecasting

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Team player

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Commerce or Business Administration

Tools

Oracle Hyperion

Job description

Description & Requirements

who we are

lululemon is an innovative performance apparel company for yoga, running, training, and other athletic pursuits. Setting the bar in technical fabrics and functional design, we create transformational products and experiences that support people in moving, growing, connecting, and being well. We owe our success to our innovative product, emphasis on stores, commitment to our people, and the incredible connections we make in every community we're in. As a company, we focus on creating positive change to build a healthier, thriving future. In particular, that includes creating an equitable, inclusive and growth-focused environment for our people.

about this team

FP&A is responsible for planning and managing lululemon's overall financial performance. We are an amazing team of passionate, active and dedicated leaders who are counted on as a key business partner in strategic and operational decisions. We provide a tremendous opportunity to learn about the various operations within lululemon, working often in cross-functional teams on a variety of projects. You will be able to add value immediately, see the big picture, and develop a business and finance skill set that you can leverage in your future roles within the organization. We are a stand for high quality work, driving high quality results and living a high quality life.

a day in the life

Reporting directly to the Director FP&A, the Financial Analyst will be responsible for supporting the Global Digital business. You will serve as a strategic business partner to digital leaders by leading financial planning and forecasting to support investment decisions and business growth. In addition, you will be responsible for providing insightful analysis from financial and operational metrics and be skillfully adept at connecting operations with financial results.

• Lead annual operating budget plans and monthly forecasting
• Identify & investigate monthly and quarterly variances to budget and forecast while proactively identifying opportunities for improvement
• Ad hoc decision support and scenario analysis as required
• Develop and enhance reporting processes that support Global Digital story telling

qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Commerce or Business Administration
• CPA or MBA a plus
• 3+ years of progressive financial analysis and reporting experience with fast paced business environments. Retail industry experience an asset
• Expert knowledge of Excel is required and working knowledge of Oracle Hyperion an asset
• Extremely organized, thorough and takes pride in quality
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proven ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks in a time sensitive manner
• Ability to work with a large amount detail without losing sight of the big picture
• Excellent team player as well as the ability to work independently

must haves

• Acknowledges the presence of choice in every moment and takes personal responsibility for their life.
• Possesses an entrepreneurial spirit and continuously innovates to achieve great results.
• Communicates with honesty and kindness, and creates the space for others to do the same.
• Leads with courage, knowing the possibility of greatness is bigger than the fear of failure.
• Fosters connection by putting people first and building trusting relationships.
• Integrates fun and joy as a way of being and working, aka doesn't take themselves too seriously

additional notes

Authorization to work in Canada is required for this role.

compensation and benefits package

lululemon's compensation offerings are grounded in a pay-for-performance philosophy that recognizes exceptional individual and teamperformance. Thetypical hiring range for this position is from $ 71,400-$107,200 annually; the base pay offered is based on market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and internal equity. As part of our total rewards offering, permanent employees in this position may be eligible for our competitive annual bonus program, subject to program eligibility requirements.

At lululemon, investing in our people is a top priority. We believe that when life works, work works. We strive to be the place where inclusive leaders come to develop and enable all to be well. Recognizing our teams for their performance and dedication, other components of our total rewards offerings include support of career development, wellbeing, and personal growth:

• Extended health and dental benefits, and mental health plans
• Paid time off
• Savings and retirement plan matching
• Generous employee discount
• Fitness & yoga classes
• Parenthood top-up
• Extensive catalog of development course offerings
• People networks, mentorship programs, and leadership series (to name a few)

Note: The incentive programs, benefits, and perks have certain eligibility requirements. The Company reserves the right to alter these incentive programs, benefits, and perks in whole or in part at any time without advance notice.

workplace arrangement

In-person collaboration and connection is important to our culture. Work is performed onsite, minimum 4 days per week.