Retail Finance- Financial Analyst - WW Stores

Apple, Inc.; Cupertino (CA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 173,000; Full time

Job summary

Apple in Cupertino, CA is seeking a finance professional to lead the Store Level Sales Forecast (SLSF) for 500+ retail stores worldwide, shaping staffing and resource planning with the Stores leadership.

You will partner with Retail Finance, Ownership Ops and Analytics to build store-level forecasts, present findings to VP Stores, and drive commercial performance with new tools like the Apple Retail Sales Dashboard.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in FP&A or a related quantitative field.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business, Accounting, or equivalent practical experience.
• Understand and work with complex data sets.
• Experience leveraging AI tools to transform processes and drive efficiencies in an organization.
• Analytical thinker and quick learner with demonstrated problem solving skills.
• Demonstrated success managing multiple activities, projects and priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Independent and self-motivated.
• Ability to build effective partnerships in a cross-functional organization.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including executive level presentations.
• Experience with visualization and analytical tools such as Tableau.

Responsibilities

• Model SLSF forecast scenarios reflecting macro trends and country/store initiatives.
• Build detailed stores level forecasts adjusting for local factors with Geo Finance and Ownership Ops partners.
• Present assumptions, risks and opportunities to Retail Leadership including the VP of Stores.
• Share insights and analyze intra-quarter store-level trends to support decision making.
• Collaborate with WW Ownership Ops and Retail Store Analytics to evolve tools and metrics (e.g., Apple Retail Sales Dashboard).

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Executive communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Data visualization

AI in finance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business, Accounting, or equivalent practical experience

MBA

Tools

Tableau

Datakit

Job description

Cupertino, California, United States Corporate Functions

Imagine what you could do here. At Apple, new ideas have a way of becoming phenomenal products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Bring passion and dedication to your job, and there's no telling what you could accomplish.Do you love thinking analytically? Are you passionate about using your financial knowledge to navigate complex challenges? Just as our customers find value in Apple products, the Finance group finds value for both Apple and its shareholders. As part of this group, youʼll play an integral role in ensuring our day- to-day financial health.

Description

This role will lead the creation of the Store Level Sales Forecast (SLSF) for 500+ retail stores Worldwide, informing staffing strategy / resource optimization and benchmark setting to drive commercial performance. It involves a mixture of weekly / quarterly responsibilities and project based / innovative time. Key business partners include: VP of Stores, WW Ownership Operations, Retail Store Analytics and Retail Finance teams.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with Retail Finance teams (DF&A, People, FP&A) to model SLSF forecast scenarios, reflecting macros trends and country / store specific initiatives
• Build out detailed stores level forecasts adjusting for local factors, partnering with Geo Finance and Ownership Ops teams to assess and adjust
• Deliver written and verbal presentations to Retail Leadership, including the VP of Stores, on assumptions, risks and opportunities and recommendation on likely plan
• Be responsible for sharing insights and analyzing intra quarter store level trends, to support teams and Retail Leadership in making decision / changes that directly impact our stores performance
• Partner with WW Ownership Ops and Retail Store Analytics to evolve and create new tools and metrics utilized by field teams and GRS e.g. Apple Retail Sales Dashboard to assess and drive commercial performance

Minimum Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in finance, financial planning & analysis (FP&A), or a related quantitative field.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business, Accounting, or equivalent practical experience.
• Understand and work with complex data sets.
• Experience leveraging AI tools to transform processes and drive efficiencies in an organization.
• Analytical thinker and quick learner with demonstrated problem solving skills.
• Demonstrated success managing multiple activities, projects and priorities in a dynamic, fast-growing, results-driven environment.
• Independent and self-motivated.
• Ability to build effective partnerships in a cross-functional organization.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including executive level presentations.
• Experience with visualization and analytical tools such as Tableau

Preferred Qualifications

• MBA
• Experience using Datakit

At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $114,900 and $172,700, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple’s discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You’ll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits

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