Financial Analyst, Financial Planning and Analysis (FTC)

Peloton; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in fitness technology is seeking a Financial Analyst to support demand planning and financial forecasting. The role involves developing forecasts, analyzing demand patterns, and assisting in financial reporting. Ideal candidates will have strong analytical skills and experience in a consumer goods environment. This is a 12-month fixed-term contract position.

Qualifications

• Experience in forecasting and financial planning in a consumer goods environment.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data.
• Excellent communication skills for presenting insights to stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain demand forecasts incorporating historical data and market trends.
• Assist in the preparation of financial forecasts and management reporting.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to provide actionable insights.

Skills

Forecasting

Analytical Skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Looker

Tableau

NetSuite

Job description

Financial Analyst, Financial Planning and Analysis (FTC)

ABOUT THE ROLE

Peloton is looking for a hard-working, motivated Financial Analyst who will play a critical role in supporting demand planning, financial forecasting and management reporting for the International business; providing financial planning analysis and data-driven insights and assisting with business performance updates to support decision-making across multiple departments within Peloton. The ideal candidate has prior experience with demand forecasting with a history of using traffic and conversion metrics to deliver these forecasts. This person is also adept at communicating their results clearly and concisely, is confident presenting in front of senior stakeholders, possesses strong prioritsation skills, and demonstrates a desire to continually raise the bar of their work.This person will work closely with cross-functional teams and corporate leaders to provide forecasting, reporting, and strategic support.

12-month fixed-term contract

YOUR DAILY IMPACT AT PELOTON

• Demand Forecasting: Develop and maintain demand forecasts for Peloton products across international markets, incorporating historical data, market trends, seasonality, and other relevant factors. You will communicate any impactful insights to the wider organisation, enabling them to have a better understanding of International demand and the factors that influence it. Prior experience using traffic and conversion to forecast demand is strongly desired.
• Demand Analysis: Analyse demand patterns, including SKU-level demand, pricing variations, promotions and geographical variations, to provide actionable insights for decision-making.
• Financial Forecasting: Assist in the preparation and maintenance of monthly, quarterly and annual financial forecasts. Co-ordinating inputs from multiple stakeholders and software to create a financial plan for the business with a focus on sales and revenue, assisting with other areas as needed
• Management Reporting: Support the monthly close process through partnership with Accounting as well as the Global FP&A team based in New York City. Assist in monthly and quarterly internal reporting, including driving insightful analyses to explain trends and any variance to plans
• Cross-Functional Communication: Work closely with the cross functional teams to update business analyses and financial models required for budgeting, forecasting and long-range planning. Assist in the creation of ad-hoc analyses for cross-functional leaders and help to identify key trends and potential risks and opportunities across the business

YOU BRING TO PELOTON

• Experience in forecasting, financial planning or a related role, preferably in a consumer goods or direct-to-consumer environment
• Advanced Excel / PowerPoint / Financial Modeling skills (and G-Suite equivalent)
• Hands-on experience with reporting and data visualization tools such as Looker, Tableau, etc.; Looker preferred
• Hands-on experience with financial reporting software such as NetSuite
• Experience with international consolidation and reporting a plus
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with the ability to work with large datasets and interpret complex data.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to present complex data-driven insights to non-technical stakeholders.
• An organised and diligent approach to solving open-ended problems.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and adapt to changing priorities.

ABOUT PELOTON:

Peloton (NASDAQ: PTON) provides Members with expert instruction, and world class content to create impactful and entertaining workout experiences for anyone, anywhere and at any stage in their fitness journey. At home, outdoors, traveling, or at the gym, Peloton brings together innovative hardware, distinctive software, and exclusive content. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in New York City, Peloton has millions of Members across the US, UK, Canada, Germany, Australia, and Austria. For more information, visit www.onepeloton.com.

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