Strategic Finance Analyst: Inventory & Forecasting Partner

The Home Depot; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 49,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

The Home Depot is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to influence decisions for key leaders through financial data and insights, and to serve as the main point of contact for findings and recommendations to the senior leadership team and CFO. This role partners with finance and merchandising to forecast, analyze inventories, and drive bottom-line improvements.

Ideal candidates will bring strong Excel/Access skills, 3–5 years of experience, and the ability to create meaningful reports and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience.
• 3–5 years of financial analysis or related experience.
• CPA designation is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Plan, forecast and manage average inventory and inventory turns for the merchandising portfolio.
• Prepare financial analyses and forecasts for business decisions.
• Liaise with business partners to ensure effective communication with senior leadership and CFO.
• Develop new reporting methods to aid proactive problem solving.
• Support budget preparations and maintain company records per accounting principles.
• Provide value-added analysis to drive strategically sound decisions.

Skills

Excel

Access

Analytical skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

The Home Depot is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to influence decisions for key leaders through financial data and insights, and to serve as the main point of contact for findings and recommendations to the senior leadership team and CFO. This role partners with finance and merchandising to forecast, analyze inventories, and drive bottom-line improvements.

Ideal candidates will bring strong Excel/Access skills, 3–5 years of experience, and the ability to create meaningful reports and