Sr. Financial Analyst, FP&A - Jared; HYBRID

Signet Jewelers is the world's largest retailer of diamond jewelry, operating more than 2,800 stores worldwide under the iconic brands:
Kay Jewelers, Zales, Jared, H.Samuel, Ernest Jones, Peoples, Banter by Piercing Pagoda, Rocksbox,  and Diamonds Direct. We are a people‑first company and this core value is at the heart of everything we do, from empowering our valued team members to collaborating with our customers and fostering the communities in which we live and serve.

The Analyst will help provide financial forecasting, reporting, and analysis for our Jared Brand. This role will work cross‑functionally with our various business partners to provide revenue, operating expenses, and departmental cost to support the Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) function. The Analyst works with complex data sets and financial models to produce accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting, identifies financial trends, and delivers insights and recommendations to senior management.

The Analyst also plays a key role in designing, enhancing, and implementing ongoing process improvements for reporting and forecasting tools used within the department.

• Execute, maintain, and enhance financial forecasting and reporting models to support accurate and timely budgeting and forecasting throughout the year; prepare and analyze financial results versus budget, forecast, and prior year performance.
• Perform detailed variance and trend analysis on financial statements and key performance indicators; clearly communicate findings, risks, and opportunities to leadership.
• Provide comprehensive performance analysis of the full profit and loss (P&L) statement during the monthly close process.
• Develop, distribute, and maintain monthly revenue targets for the store fleet, supporting the organization’s compensation model; ensure revenue targets reflect current business conditions through timely updates.
• Partner with field and brand leadership to assess store‑level and business trends, evaluate impacts of internal and external events, and provide ongoing analytical support.
• Prepare and analyze revenue, expense, and budget/forecast accounts; develop and distribute department expense budget templates to support brand and corporate leaders during annual and ongoing budget/forecast cycles.
• Deliver financial analyses to support ongoing programs, new initiatives, and special projects, ensuring adherence to budget guidelines and financial objectives.
• Provide ad‑hoc financial analysis, including conclusions and actionable recommendations, in response to management requests.
• Identify, develop, and implement continuous process improvements across financial reporting and forecasting activities to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and alignment with business operations; leverage technology and automation solutions to support scalable, long‑term improvements.

• Education:
  
  Bachelor of Finance or Accounting.
• 3–5 years of hands‑on experience as a Sr. Financial Analyst, FP&A, or in accounting.
• Excellent Excel skills (including Pivot table & V‑lookup).
• Alteryx experience (preferred).
• Tableau experience (desired).
• SAP experience (preferred).
• Local to the Akron, OH area with the ability to be on‑site for hybrid office days.

• Comprehensive healthcare, dental, and vision insurance available day 1 of employment.
• Fertility benefits up to $15,000 for participants in U.S. medical or prescription plans.
• Generous 401(k) matching after one year to help secure financial future.
• Paid time off plus seven holidays.
• Exclusive discounts on premium merchandise.
• Diverse learning and development programs to support growth.