Manager, Finance - OG&A Technology

Overview

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. This position is part of the Finance team supporting the company’s Technology organization.

The Finance team ensures accountability and strategic alignment, forecasting, operating expense management, and analysis across business units. The team supports cross‑functional partners to drive Pet Smart’s growth initiatives.

This role is based at the Phoenix Home Office. Employees are expected to work a minimum of four days in the office each week, with up to one remote “flex day” approved by the leader.

The Manager, FP&A – Technology & OG&A serves as the primary strategic finance partner to Pet Smart’s Technology organization, providing financial leadership across operational expenses, project investments, and long‑range planning.

• Serve as the key finance advisor to Technology leadership, translating financial data into insights that influence strategy, prioritization, and operational decisions.
• Provide clear and timely visibility into spending trends, investment performance, and risk/opportunity.
• Lead the annual planning cycle for Technology OG&A, coordinating across multiple business partners and ensuring alignment to enterprise financial targets.
• Own monthly and quarterly forecasting processes; deliver accurate variance analysis with actionable recommendations.
• Build and evolve reporting dashboards that improve transparency, reduce manual work, and support faster decision‑making.
• Develop robust business cases and financial models to evaluate Technology initiatives, capital investments, and strategic programs.
• Use trend analysis to proactively identify performance drivers and emerging issues.
• Streamline and standardize financial processes, improving forecasting accuracy, reporting automation, and communication across stakeholders.
• Support the creation of executive presentations for senior leadership.
• Coach, mentor, and develop direct reports, fostering a culture of curiosity, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Provide direction on analytical best practices, stakeholder engagement, and career growth.

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Economics, or related field required;
  Master’s or CPA preferred.
• 5+ years of progressive finance, FP&A, or analytical experience; experience supporting Technology or corporate functions is a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate complex topics clearly and influence non‑financial partners.
• Strong financial modeling, analytical thinking, and data storytelling skills.
• High proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and other analytical tools; experience building dashboards or databases is a plus.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment and consistently meet deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a collaborative, customer‑focused approach.

• This role requires collaboration, teamwork, and face‑to‑face interaction with colleagues, leaders, and/or clients.
• Being in the office ensures access to leaders, cross‑functional partners, and resources necessary to make timely decisions and drive results.
• On‑site presence in accordance with our Flex Smart policy supports our culture of innovation, mentorship, and engagement, which is integral to our success in developing the best team.
• This is not intended to be an all‑inclusive, exhaustive list of all essential job functions for this position. Pet Smart retains the right to change or assign other required job duties to this position.

Pet Smart empowers teams with the resources, tools, and opportunities to grow and succeed. Our culture is built on belonging and shared purpose, where every voice and experience matters.

• Pet‑friendly workplace with on‑site dog park.
• On‑site events, adoption days, and community celebrations.
• Top‑dog gym, fitness classes, and wellness spaces.
• On‑site café and dining options.
• On‑site childcare facility.
• Volunteer opportunities and print/business services.

Pet Smart provides an equal opportunity for all associates and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other legally protected characteristics.