Financial Analyst (Hybrid)

Lands' End; Dodgeville (WI); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

Lands' End is seeking a Financial Analyst to deliver robust financial planning and analysis, market insights, and strategic support for the business. The role blends financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting with cross-functional engagement to drive performance.

The ideal candidate will refine data, develop financial models, and partner with departments to optimize outcomes in a dynamic hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field is required.
• Recent graduates or up to 2 years of related experience are acceptable.
• Strong budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis skills expected.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and publish daily, weekly, and monthly divisional reports including income statements and operational reporting.
• Develop monthly reporting, ad hoc requests, and expense allocations.
• Create dashboards and visualizations to present financial data clearly.

Skills

Microsoft Excel proficiency

Forecasting

Financial analysis

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Power BI

SAP

Oracle

Hyperion

Job description

*This is a hybrid role with three weeks per month onsite (Mon. - Thurs.). The fourth week is fully remote.

The Financial Analyst position as Lands' End demands a level of both technical competency and interpersonal skills. A successful individual in this role will provide analysis, assimilate data effectively, and partner with the business operational team to offer pragmatic financial solutions to various business issues. Financial analysis responsibilities include financial reporting, budget and forecast analysis, and divisional operations analysis.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining, updating, and publishing daily, weekly, and monthly divisional reports including but not limited to daily sales and margin reporting, weekly margin and expense reporting, monthly income statements and operational reporting.
• Developing and maintaining monthly reporting, ad hoc requests, and expense allocations.
• Completing Ad Hoc reporting requests out of multiple systems to assist with business analysis, month-end close processes, and financial audit.
• Creates dashboards and visualizations to present financial data clearly and effectively.
• Budget and Forecast Analysis
• Partnering with cross functional partners to create forecasts and budgets for income statement line items.
• Maintaining and updating financial systems with forecast and budgets.
• Consolidating and publishing divisional reports for executive review.
• Monitors budget performance and provides insights into variances.
• Participate in the annual budgeting process, including the collection and analysis of departmental budget submissions.
• Operations Analysis
• Analyzes financial data and performance metrics to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement.
• Prepares financial models, forecasts, and budgets for leadership review.
• Help in evaluating financial performance by comparing actual results with forecasts and budgeted amounts.
• Assisting in the analysis of strategic initiatives to provide insight and the financial impact of business decisions.
• Partnering with cross-functional teams and cross-divisional finance teams to gain further understanding and build efficiencies/effectiveness in current processes.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration:
• Work closely with other departments, including accounting, operations, and cross functional business teams to gather financial information and support decision-making.
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to support business strategies and objectives.

Skills

• Basic understanding of business and financial analysis including the budgeting and forecasting process.
• Proficiency in Microsoft applications (e.g. Excel, PowerPoint, Office365, Power BI) and financial analysis tools and software (e.g. SAP, Oracle, Hyperion)
• Good communication skills - both verbal and written
• Strong sense of urgency and initiative, as well as personal commitment and work ethic
• Strong analytical and quantitative abilities with the ability to interpret financial data, intellectual curiosity
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship building skills
• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy in work
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and adapt to changing project requirements.
• Willingness to learn and grow within the finance field.
• Proactive and resourceful approach to work, with a desire to take on new challenges and responsibilities.
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic.

Education & Experience Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in related area (Accounting, Finance, Business, Economics, etc.)
• Recent graduate with relevant internships or coursework or up to 2 years of related work experience.

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