Analyst Financial Services

PUMA Group; Somerville (MA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

PUMA Group in the United States is seeking an Analyst to manage the North America marketing budget and support other finance functions. You will handle planning, submission, and analysis of the marketing budget, and lead month-end and year-end processes with budget owners.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance and 3+ years in finance or accounting, with strong Excel proficiency and a detail-oriented, proactive mindset.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (or related field).
• 3+ years’ experience in accounting and/or finance related role or internship.
• Strong teamwork skills.
• Must be detail-oriented, proactive and organized.
• Excellent written and verbal skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel.
• Proven ability to multi-task.
• Should be self-motivated.
• Experience in budgeting, a plus.

Responsibilities

• Plan, finalize and submit the Marketing budget during each forecast for PUMA North America.
• Serve as the go-to team member for the Marketing organization including analysis and reporting.
• Own monthly budget meetings with budget owners to understand investments and confirm expenditures are properly reflected using an internal tracking system.
• Manage year-end budget marketing accrual process.
• Maintain and enhance existing processes, documentation and team reference files.
• Lead budget onboarding for new marketing team members.
• Manage month-end processes for relevant areas.
• Gain an understanding of the warehousing budgeting process and support as needed.
• Support team members on ad hoc projects.

Skills

Budgeting

Excel

Teamwork

Detail-oriented

Proactive

Organized

Multi-tasking

Self-motivated

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

SPEED & SPIRIT is what we look for in our candidates, defined by some simple values that inspire us to BE DRIVEN in our performance, BE VIBRANT in our sporting legacy, BE TOGETHER in our team spirit, and BE YOU to let our individual talent and experience shine. Applying for a job at PUMA is easy and all genders are welcome.

YOUR MISSION:

The financial services team is looking for an Analyst who is detail oriented and eager to join a fast-paced environment. The role will focus on managing the PUMA North America marketing budget and supporting other financial functions.

• Plan, finalize and submit the Marketing budget during each forecast for PUMA North America.
• Serve as the go-to team member for the Marketing organization including analysis and reporting.
• Own monthly budget meetings with budget owners to understand investments and confirm expenditures are properly reflected using an internal tracking system.
• Manage year-end budget marketing accrual process.
• Maintain and enhance existing processes, documentation and team reference files.
• Lead budget onboarding for new marketing team members.
• Manage month-end processes for relevant areas.
• Gain an understanding of the warehousing budgeting process and support as needed.
• Support team members on ad hoc projects.

YOUR TALENT:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (or related field).
• 3+ years’ experience in accounting and/or finance related role or internship.
• Strong teamwork skills.
• Must be detail-oriented, proactive and organized.
• Excellent written and verbal skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel.
• Proven ability to multi-task.
• Should be self-motivated.
• Experience in budgeting, a plus.

The hiring range base pay for this position is $62,700 - $87,140 + Bonus + Benefits

(Benefit Summary Corporate)

Pay may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

PUMA provides equal opportunities for all job applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, or disability. Equality for all is one of the core principles at PUMA and we do not tolerate any form of harassment or discrimination.

At PUMA, every application is reviewed by real people who are committed to fairness, transparency, and equal opportunity - no matter your background, identity, or experience. To ensure our process stays true to these values, no automated systems or AI tools are used to make hiring decisions. Every decision is made by real people -with real judgment and accountability. We may use functions supported by Artificial Intelligence (AI) to carry out isolated organizational steps, such as scheduling interviews. These functions have no influence on decisions in the application process. We believe in creating spaces where everyone is welcome, celebrated, and empowered to contribute authentically. Because at PUMA, whoever wants to play, can play.

PUMA is a global sports brand creating footwear, apparel, and accessories that inspire athletes and everyday movers. The PUMA Group owns PUMA, Cobra Golf, and stichd, operates in 120+ countries, and has around 22,000 employees worldwide.

PUMA is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of PUMA to prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, gender, physical or mental disability, veteran-status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.