Financial Analyst

• Analyze trends in key performance indicators including revenue, cost of sales, expenses, and capital expenditures.
• Monitor performance indicators, highlighting trends and analyzing causes of unexpected variances.
• Participate in implementation of Annual Budgeting, Financial Forecasting, Operating Plan, and Modeling Tools
• Maintain financial models and analyses to support strategic initiatives.
• Prepare presentations to Senior Management Team.
• Analyze complex financial information and reports to provide accurate and timely financial recommendations to management for decision-making purposes.
• Benchmark the company’s financial data for key insights on opportunities to strengthen bottom line results.
• Assist with the development of new organization and account hierarchies in Oracle PBCS application.
• Protect operations by keeping financial information confidential.                                
• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results, as needed.
• Assist with other projects, as necessary.
• Recommend and implement new and improved processes.

• Bachelor’s degree in finance or related field required, MBA preferred.
• This position requires an ability to work independently in a fast-paced dynamic environment where attention to detail, analytical skills with a strong ability to exercise discretion and judgment, intellectual curiosity, change management skills, highly driven, self-motivated, and strong communication skills are essential.
• Intermediate Microsoft Excel and Office suite skills required; advanced Microsoft Excel skills desired.
• Experience with Oracle ERP, desired.
• Must have the ability to analyze data and provide actionable insight.
• Must be well organized and dependable.
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy, and work effectively under strict deadlines.
• Ability to maintain strictest confidentiality and exhibit professional conduct.
• Must have excellent problem-solving skills.
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and/or written instructions, perform routine and repetitive tasks and have constant contact/interaction with various levels of individuals daily.
• Ability to attend on-site work during normal business hours, in the typical work week, as well as extra time as needed to fulfill job duties through regular attendance.

Food City is a privately held, family-owned company with a driving mission to "run the best store in town." Dedicated to giving back to the communities we serve, we encourage our associates to get involved with their local civic organizations. We consider our associates to be our greatest asset. Over 13% of the company is currently owned by our associates through our employee stock ownership plan, promoting tremendous pride in the services and products we provide. Whether your passion is baking, accounting, or trucking, Food City has a promising career opportunity for you. We offer flexible schedules to ensure our associates have ample time to spend with family and friends. If you're looking for a great career or the opportunity to try something different, consider becoming part of the Food City family.