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Sr. Finance Operational Analyst - Remote
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Sr. Finance Operational Analyst - Remote
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UNFI
Job Overview The Senior FP&A Analyst provides financial support for critical areas and time‑bound processes such as the annual budget, periodic forecasts, and month‑end close cycle. Assists in preparation of financial activities including data gathering, trending, modeling, forecasting, planning and reporting. Collects information from various areas across the company to build models and provide insight into underlying business dynamics.
What does it mean to be part of our Finance/Accounting Team? 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
Prepares and reviews accurate and timely financial and business‑related analyses, research, and forecasts.
Performs advanced trend and variance analyses and translates findings into process improvements.
Responsible for weekly/monthly/quarterly reporting and updates to management team and maintenance of KPIs for assigned area.
Provides insights into the performance of the business and translates findings into potential action plans for area supported.
Completes a variety of financial evaluation research and analysis activities requiring the compilation of data and information from a variety of internal and external sources.
Presents results of research and analysis to management.
Provides key support to the annual budgeting and periodic forecasting of the assigned business area including variance analysis and sensitivity testing.
Plays leadership role in critical planning and analysis processes.
Develops and provides ownership of complex short‑term (1 year) and long‑term (3‑5 year) forecasting models.
Leads process improvements and strategic initiatives within functional area under the direction of supervisor.
Acts as an internal consultant and interacts with management at all levels.
Performs other relevant job duties as required.
Job Requirements Education & Certifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting or related field.
MBA or CPA preferred.
Experience & Skills
5+ years FP&A experience required.
Experience with data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI) is a plus.
Experience with Oracle and UFIN Financial Reporting & Planning tools is a plus.
Strong strategic planning, financial and operations/business background.
Financial modeling experience.
Budgeting and forecasting experience a plus.
Demonstrated success in multiple, difficult, and complex financial analysis.
Work Environment Remote Role
Position classified as remote; primary residence work.
Remote associates may occasionally be required to travel to UNFI locations for business reasons.
Travel (minor)
May require travel to company offices, distribution centers, or other locations for specific meetings.
Physical Environment/Demands
Most work performed in a temperature‑controlled office environment.
Incumbent may sit for long periods at a desk or computer terminal.
May be required to stoop, bend, twist, and reach to complete 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.
Benefits Competitive 401k, Flexible PTO plan, Remote, Health benefits – first of the month following 30 days of employment, mentorship program/developmental opportunities.
Equal Opportunity Employer 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.
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Sr. Finance Operational Analyst - Remote
role at
UNFI
Job Overview The Senior FP&A Analyst provides financial support for critical areas and time‑bound processes such as the annual budget, periodic forecasts, and month‑end close cycle. Assists in preparation of financial activities including data gathering, trending, modeling, forecasting, planning and reporting. Collects information from various areas across the company to build models and provide insight into underlying business dynamics.
What does it mean to be part of our Finance/Accounting Team? 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
Prepares and reviews accurate and timely financial and business‑related analyses, research, and forecasts.
Performs advanced trend and variance analyses and translates findings into process improvements.
Responsible for weekly/monthly/quarterly reporting and updates to management team and maintenance of KPIs for assigned area.
Provides insights into the performance of the business and translates findings into potential action plans for area supported.
Completes a variety of financial evaluation research and analysis activities requiring the compilation of data and information from a variety of internal and external sources.
Presents results of research and analysis to management.
Provides key support to the annual budgeting and periodic forecasting of the assigned business area including variance analysis and sensitivity testing.
Plays leadership role in critical planning and analysis processes.
Develops and provides ownership of complex short‑term (1 year) and long‑term (3‑5 year) forecasting models.
Leads process improvements and strategic initiatives within functional area under the direction of supervisor.
Acts as an internal consultant and interacts with management at all levels.
Performs other relevant job duties as required.
Job Requirements Education & Certifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting or related field.
MBA or CPA preferred.
Experience & Skills
5+ years FP&A experience required.
Experience with data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI) is a plus.
Experience with Oracle and UFIN Financial Reporting & Planning tools is a plus.
Strong strategic planning, financial and operations/business background.
Financial modeling experience.
Budgeting and forecasting experience a plus.
Demonstrated success in multiple, difficult, and complex financial analysis.
Work Environment Remote Role
Position classified as remote; primary residence work.
Remote associates may occasionally be required to travel to UNFI locations for business reasons.
Travel (minor)
May require travel to company offices, distribution centers, or other locations for specific meetings.
Physical Environment/Demands
Most work performed in a temperature‑controlled office environment.
Incumbent may sit for long periods at a desk or computer terminal.
May be required to stoop, bend, twist, and reach to complete 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.
Benefits Competitive 401k, Flexible PTO plan, Remote, Health benefits – first of the month following 30 days of employment, mentorship program/developmental opportunities.
Equal Opportunity Employer 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.
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