Sr. Analyst, Financial Business

Tractor Supply; Brentwood (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Tractor Supply Company is seeking a Sr. Financial Analyst to develop models and reporting that provide financial insights to executive and finance leadership.

The role supports budgeting, forecasting, and FP&A consolidations, influencing decisions across Finance, Merchandising, and Marketing. Ideal candidates have 4–6 years of related experience, strong Excel and business reporting skills, and the ability to communicate findings clearly to leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business-related field.
• 4–6 years of related business or retail experience.
• Experience using budgeting/forecasting tools and reporting software.
• Strong communication, analytical and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide analytical support to leadership by analyzing performance and developing recommendations.
• Evaluate promotions and merchandising programs for ROI and profitability.
• Prepare and communicate recurring sales, gross margin, and financial forecasts.
• Analyze sales trends, customer behavior, and external market drivers to inform forecasts.
• Prepare period-end analyses and reporting on initiatives such as Big Ticket, Private Label, Inventory Valuation, and Direct Imports.
• Conduct financial and statistical studies in coordination with other departments.
• Support annual strategic planning and budgeting with validated assumptions.

Skills

Strong communication

Analytical thinking

Presentation skills

Detail-oriented

Excel (Power user)

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/related field

Tools

Business Objects

Cognos Planning

SAP FICO

Excel

Job description

The finance team at Tractor Supply Company is a strategic partner of the executive and functional leadership teams. We influence decisions and strategy through data with the goal of benefiting our customers and shareholders. The Sr. Financial Analyst will develop models and reporting mechanisms that provide financial insights to executive and finance leadership as well as support budgeting, forecasting, and FP&A consolidations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (Min 5%)

• Provide analytical support to leadership across various functions, including Finance, Merchandising, and Marketing, by analyzing business performance, identifying key drivers, and developing actionable recommendations.
• Evaluate the financial performance and impact of promotions, marketing events, seasonal initiatives, and other merchandising programs. This may include analysis of sales lift, profitability, return on investment, and performance across stores, geographies, and merchandise categories.
• Prepare, maintain, and communicate recurring sales, gross margin, and financial forecasts; analyze actual results versus forecast and budget; and identify risks, opportunities, and key drivers of performance.
• Perform complex research and analysis of sales trends, customer behavior, category performance, and external business drivers, including economic conditions, weather, and market trends, to quantify potential impacts and inform forecasts and business decisions.
• Prepare and present period-end analyses and reporting on key business initiatives, such as Big Ticket, Private Label, Inventory Valuation, and Direct Imports.
• Conduct and present special financial and statistical studies as directed in coordination with other departments.
• Support the annual strategic planning and budgeting process by developing and validating key assumptions and coordinating with business partners to ensure financial plans accurately reflect business expectations

Required Qualifications

Experience: 4 -6 years of related business or retail experience.

Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in an appropriate business-related field of study. Any suitable combination of education and experience will be considered.

Preferred knowledge, skills or abilities

• Strong communication, analytical and presentation skills
• Detail-oriented approach to work
• Strong technology skills to build budget/forecast models, as well as reporting
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly an Excel Power user
• Proficient with software such as Business Objects, Cognos Planning, and SAP FICO

Working Conditions

• Normal office working conditions

Physical Requirements

• Standing (not walking)
• Walking
• Reaching overhead
• Lifting up to 20 pounds

Disclaimer

This job description represents an overview of the responsibilities for the above referenced position. It is not intended to represent a comprehensive list of responsibilities. A team member should perform all duties as assigned by his/her supervisor.

Company Info

At Tractor Supply and Petsense by Tractor Supply, our Team Members are the heart of our success. Their dedication, passion, and hard work drive everything we do, and we are committed to supporting them with a comprehensive and accessible total reward package. We understand the evolving needs of our Team Members and their families, and we strive to offer meaningful, competitive, and sustainable benefits that support their well‑being today and in the future.

Our benefits extend beyond medical, dental, and vision coverage, including company‑paid life and disability insurance, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, and family planning resources such as adoption and surrogacy assistance, for all full‑time Team Members and all part‑time Team Members. Part time new hires gain eligibility for TSC Benefits by averaging at least 15 hours per week during their 90‑day lookback period. The lookback period starts the first of the month following the date of hire. If the 15‑hour requirement was met, the benefits eligibility date will be the first day of the month following 4 months of continuous service.

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Our Mission and Values are more than just words on the wall - they're the one constant in an ever‑changing environment and the bedrock on which we build our culture. They're the core of who we are and the foundation of every decision we make. It's not just what we do that sets us apart, but how we do it.

We believe in managing your time for business and personal success, which is why we empower our Team Members to lead balanced lives through our benefits and total rewards offerings. Forfull‑time and eligible part‑time TSC and Petsense Team Members. We care about what you care about!

A lot of care goes into providing legendary service at Tractor Supply Company, which is why our Team Members are our top priority. Want a career with a clear path for growth? Your Opportunity is Out Here at Tractor Supply and Petsense.