Senior Finance Analyst - Retail - Remote

UNFI; Stillwater (MN); Remote; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Flexible PTO plan

Health benefits

Mentorship program

Mentorship program

Job summary

A leading grocery wholesaler is looking for a Senior Finance Analyst – Retail to support FP&A processes and improve reporting. This remote role involves developing financial models, automating reports, and building dashboards using Power BI. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in FP&A, strong SQL skills, and is capable of translating data into insights. Join a company committed to innovation and growth in the grocery sector.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years FP&A, corporate finance, analytics, or related experience.
• Experience in retail or multi-unit environments is strongly preferred.
• Experience with SmartView and Essbase, including queries and templates.

Responsibilities

• Support creation and enhancement of Retail forecast models.
• Develop and automate enterprise reporting for KPIs.
• Build and maintain KPI dashboards using Power BI or Tableau.
• Prepare financial analysis connecting trends and operational drivers.

Skills

FP&A fundamentals

Data analytics

SQL proficiency

Power BI or Tableau

Excel and modeling

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field

Tools

SmartView

Essbase

Job description

Senior Finance Analyst – Retail – Remote

The Senior Finance Analyst – Retail supports the Manager Finance – Retail through ownership of key forecasting processes, segment reporting, KPI development, and data‑driven analytics that enable better visibility and improved decision making across the Retail organization. This role partners closely with Retail Commercial Finance, Retail Operations Finance, and the Retail Executive Team to provide actionable insights, automated reporting, and forward‑looking financial models. The position blends traditional FP&A responsibilities with advanced data analytics, dashboard creation, and process automation to support a cohesive and accurate view of Retail performance.

A role on our Finance and Accounting team involves helping UNFI maintain and grow its financial health as we continue to transform and scale. We need to ensure that our financial analysis and statements revolve around constant communication with our partners within the organization as well as outside to provide the most current statistics for our business health. By being attentive to details, trends, and inefficiencies, and communicating with our teams, you’ll be key to our success and continued growth as North America’s premier grocery wholesaler.

Job Responsibilities

• Support creation, maintenance, and enhancement of Retail forecast models including scenario modeling, trend analysis, and driver‑based forecasting.
• Develop and automate enterprise reporting for weekly, monthly, and quarterly reporting cycles, including consistent refresh of KPIs and dashboards for the Retail Executive Team.
• Build and maintain KPI dashboards using Power BI or Tableau, including data models, visualizations, and automated refresh logic.
• Own centralized reporting for Retail, consolidating inputs from Commercial Finance and Operations Finance to produce a unified view of financial performance.
• Partner closely with both Commercial Finance and Operations Finance to gather insights, validate assumptions, and ensure alignment in forecast inputs and reporting outputs.
• Prepare financial analysis that connects performance trends, operational drivers, and cross‑functional impacts for executive consumption.
• Utilize SQL, Essbase, and SmartView to extract, transform, and synthesize large datasets into actionable analysis.
• Serve as a SME on Retail reporting data sources including Essbase cubes, SmartView templates, SQL tables, and BI datasets; recommend enhancements to improve accuracy and efficiency.
• Take a leadership role in improving data governance, reporting standardization, and automation within Retail FP&A.
• Support monthly close activities including variance analysis, reporting, insights, and review packages for senior leadership.
• Produce executive‑ready reporting decks, summary materials, and insights for forecast reviews, budget cycles, and performance updates.
• Partner with the Retail Senior FP&A Manager to drive process improvements, enhance planning tools, and elevate analytics maturity.
• Work cross‑functionally on special projects related to reporting modernization, model upgrades, and dashboard enhancements.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

Education / Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field; Advanced degree or MBA preferred.

Experience

• Minimum 5 years FP&A, corporate finance, analytics, or related experience.
• Required experience with SmartView and Essbase, including building queries, retrieving financials, and managing templates.
• Demonstrated experience improving reporting processes and implementing automation enhancements.
• Experience in retail or multi‑unit environments is strongly preferred.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Strong understanding of FP&A fundamentals including forecasting, budgeting, variance analysis, and financial modeling.
• Advanced data analytics skill set including SQL proficiency for data extraction, transformation, and automation.
• Power BI or Tableau dashboard development experience including visuals, DAX or calculated fields, and data model construction.
• Strong Excel and modeling skills including driver‑based forecasting and sensitivity analysis.
• Ability to translate complex data into executive‑ready insights and clear, concise explanations.
• Strong communication skills with proven ability to partner across multiple finance teams and executive leadership.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities within tight deadlines and provide accurate deliverables.
• High attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and ability to ensure data integrity across reporting systems.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across Retail Finance and cross‑functional partners.
• Good judgment required; direct supervision may not be immediately available at times.

Work Environment

Remote Role

• This position is classified as remote where the associate will perform remote work from their primary residence. Remote associates are welcome to work from the office but are not required to do so. While remote associates are not required to work from an office on a regular basis, they may be required to come to the office or other UNFI locations for necessary business reasons or if directed to do so by their manager.

Travel (minor)

• This position may require the associate to travel to company offices, distribution centers, or other locations for specific meetings or other business reasons.

Physical Environment / Demands

• Most work is performed in a temperature–controlled office environment.
• Incumbent may sit for long periods of time at a desk or computer terminal.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.
• Incumbent may use calculators, keyboards, telephones, and other office equipment in the course of a normal workday.
• Stooping, bending, twisting, and reaching may be required in the completion of job duties.

About UNFI

We are North America’s premier grocery wholesaler, delivering the widest variety of fresh, branded, and owned brand products to community grocers and retail chains alike. A pioneer in natural and organic foods, we are growing and transforming to meet the needs of an evolving workplace. Our 29,000+ employees work across America in our 50 Distribution Centers and corporate offices.

Benefits

401(k), Flexible PTO plan, Remote work, Health benefits – first of the month following 30 days of employment, mentorship program/developmental opportunities.

Compensation

UNFI anticipates paying the above–referenced pay rate (or within the above–referenced pay range) for this position. Actual pay, where applicable, will depend on a number of factors, including, but not limited to, education, experience, training, and any requirements under applicable collective bargaining agreements. UNFI is committed to transparency in pay in compliance with applicable state and local laws.

Equal Opportunity / EEO Statement

UNFI is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment for all. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other protected ground. Accommodation is available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the job selection process. – M/F/Veteran/Disability. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

Fair Chance Disclosure

Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.