Senior Financial Analyst (Contract)

LULULEMON; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health and dental benefits

Paid time off

Retirement plan matching

Employee discount

Fitness & yoga classes

Parenthood top-up

Development courses

Mentorship programs

Job summary

lululemon is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to lead FP&A activities for the EMEA Retail channel, partnering with cross-functional teams to forecast revenue across 50+ locations and support business cases for new stores.

This contract spans Dec 2026 to Mar 2028. The role requires advanced Excel, ERP/Hyperion, and Power BI skills, with a focus on cost optimization, budgeting, and strategic analysis; you will work in a hybrid setup, onsite at least four days a week.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of finance, analytics, and reporting in fast-paced environments.
• ACCA/ACA/CIMA/CPA qualification is required.
• Excel expertise is required.
• Retail experience is an asset.
• Oracle, Hyperion and Power BI knowledge is a plus.
• Strong analytical, modeling, and problem-solving skills.
• Highly organized and able to manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Manage ongoing revenue forecasting for 50+ retail locations in the EMEA channel.
• Support business cases for new stores, proformas, and store development approvals.
• Oversee occupancy, capex, and maintenance costs with store real estate teams to drive cost efficiency.
• Partner with Store Development teams to answer queries and provide analyses.
• Support monthly and quarterly reporting, analytics and regional commentary.
• Represent FP&A in cross-department initiatives affecting retail channels.
• Conduct ad-hoc analyses to support strategic decision making.
• Collaborate with cross-functional SSC teams on annual budgeting and reforecasts.

Skills

Financial analysis

Forecasting

Stakeholder communication

Excel

Time management

Education

ACCA/ACA/CIMA/CPA qualified

Tools

Oracle

Hyperion

Power BI

Job description

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 partners 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.

Core responsibilities

Reporting to the Senior Manager of FP&A, the Senior Financial Analyst is responsible for executing financial planning and analysis activities for the EMEA Retail channel and cross-channel business partners.

This is a contract role. Contract dates: Contract: Dec 2026 - March 2028 (16 months)

• You manage the ongoing revenue forecasting processes for all associated revenue for 50+ locations within our retail channel, partnering with cross-functional partners to ensure accurate forecasting and identifying areas of opportunity and risk.
• Support on the preparation of business cases affecting the retail channels, including new location proformas, works closely with the Store Development team to obtain senior leadership approval and make recommendations.
• You manage our occupancy, capex, and repairs and maintenance store costs, including closely partnering with the store real estate team. You will identify opportunities for cost optimisation and how to drive efficiency in our processes.
• You are a trusted business partners to our Store Development Teams assisting in queries and analysis when required.
• You will support with monthly and quarterly reporting, analytics and commentary on regional performance.
• Represent FP&A in cross-departmental initiatives that impact on our retail channels.
• Conduct ad-hoc analysis supporting strategic decision making as directed by the Senior Manager of FP&A.
• Partner with cross-functional SSC teams, supporting them through the annual budget, and monthly re-forecasts. Identify opportunities for cost optimization and process improvements.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive finance, financial analysis, and reporting experience in fast-paced business environments.
• ACCA, ACA, CIMA, or CPA qualified.
• Expert knowledge of Excel is required.
• Retail industry experience is an asset.
• Oracle, Hyperion and Power BI knowledge are a plus.
• Strong financial background, with analytical, modeling, and problem-solving skills.
• Extremely organized, detail-oriented, and takes pride in quality.
• Proven ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks in a time-sensitive manner.
• Excellent team player with the ability to work independently.
• Effective communication skills (written and verbal).

Must haves

• Acknowledge the presence of choice in every moment and take personal responsibility for your life.
• Possess an entrepreneurial spirit and continuously innovate to achieve great results.
• Communicate with honesty and kindness and create the space for others to do the same.
• Lead with courage, knowing the possibility of greatness is bigger than the fear of failure.
• Foster connection by putting people first and building trusting relationships.
• Integrate fun and joy as a way of being and working, aka doesn’t take yourself too seriously.

Additional notes

Authorization to work in UK 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. 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 and equity offerings, subject to program eligibility requirements.

• 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

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