Chewy

Senior Financial Analyst

Chewy$85K — $110K *
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, or related field.
  • 3+ years of experience in FP&A, Corporate Finance, or similar roles.
  • Advanced analytical and financial modeling skills with large datasets.
  • Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and data visualization techniques.
  • Experience in budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
  • Strong communication and influencing skills for senior audiences.
  • Ability to navigate ambiguity and drive analysis independently.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as a Finance Business Partner for G&A functions, providing data-driven financial support.
  • Steward payroll and G&A expenses, owning key performance indicators.
  • Translate business strategies into financial plans and actionable recommendations.
  • Maintain financial models for various corporate expenses.
  • Support financial processes through developing assumptions and evaluating business drivers.
  • Lead monthly close activities, including variance analysis and reporting.
  • Drive improvements in planning and reporting across key spend categories.

Benefits

  • Opportunity for professional development and growth.
  • Supportive work environment focused on teamwork and collaboration.
  • Access to advanced financial modeling and analytical tools.
  • Flexible work arrangements.
  • Engagement in strategic initiatives that impact organizational decisions.
Full Job Description
Job Description:

What You'll Do:
  • Serve as a Finance Business Partner for enterprise G&A functions, providing trusted, data-driven financial partnership and guidance to senior leaders and cross-functional stakeholders.
  • Steward payroll and G&A expenses across the supported functions, with ownership of key performance indicators and mechanisms that drive accountability to financial targets.
  • Translate business strategies and executive priorities into financial plans, tradeoffs, and actionable recommendations, while proactively identifying risks, opportunities, and dependencies.
  • Own and maintain detailed financial models for headcount and payroll, professional fees, business matters, settlements, insurance, software, and other corporate expenses.
  • Support target setting and annual, quarterly, and rolling forecast processes by developing assumptions, evaluating business drivers, and influencing prioritization through clear financial insights.
  • Lead monthly close and management reporting activities, including variance analysis, accrual support, forecast updates, and preparation of accurate, timely, and decision-relevant executive summaries.
  • Create inspection mechanisms for budgets, forecasts, headcount, and actual results to improve forecast accuracy, financial visibility, data quality, and accountability to plan.
  • Partner with functional stakeholders to improve planning and reporting across key spend categories, including professional services, business matters, settlements, insurance, and other corporate expenses.
  • Provide ad hoc financial analysis and decision support for strategic initiatives, investment requests, cost optimization opportunities, and organizational changes. Develop standardized reporting and dashboards that translate complex financial data into actionable insights and ensure consistent communication with business partners and stakeholders.
  • Drive continuous improvement and automation across reporting structures, close processes, governance, and planning mechanisms to increase efficiency and scalability.
  • Extract, reconcile, and analyze data from central systems and databases using tools such as Hyperion SmartView, Oracle ERP, Tableau, Excel, and SQL.


What You'll Need:
  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, or a related field.
  • 3+ years of progressive experience in FP&A, Corporate Finance, Finance Business Partnering, Accounting, or a related analytical role, with an understanding of GAAP and financial statements.
  • Advanced analytical and financial modeling skills, including demonstrated experience building complex models from the ground up and working with large, detailed datasets.
  • Advanced Excel skills, including lookups, SUMIFS, pivot tables, scenario modeling, and large-data analysis; strong PowerPoint and data visualization skills.
  • Experience with budgeting, forecasting, headcount and payroll analysis, key performance indicators, variance analysis, and financial controls.
  • Confidence interacting with senior business leaders and the ability to distill complex analyses into clear, concise insights and recommendations for senior and executive audiences.
  • Strong influencing, written, and verbal communication skills, with sound business judgment and the ability to build effective working relationships and drive data-backed decisions.
  • Ability to independently navigate ambiguity by framing problems, setting priorities, and driving analytical work forward in the absence of established templates or clear precedent.


Bonus:
  • MBA, CPA, or other relevant advanced degree or certification.
  • Experience supporting executive or corporate functions.
  • Familiarity with an e-commerce or retail business model.
  • Experience with Hyperion SmartView, Oracle ERP, Tableau, SQL, or similar financial and analytical tools.
  • Experience improving or automating financial reporting and planning processes.

About Chewy

At Chewy, we view pets (and pet parents) as family and are obsessed with meeting their needs and exceeding customer expectations through every interaction. Customers love shopping our wide selection of products including more than 65,000 items (including our Private brands and Healthcare products), which we offer at competitive prices and fast 1-2 day shipping. Chewy’s commitment to customer service is the core of our brand, and our customers love us for it. We “WOW” pet parents through 24/7 assistance, advice and encouragement every day of the year. We make pet parenting easy with our convenient Autoship subscription program—which allows our customers to schedule their orders, so they never run out of their pet food, supplies and medication they need. Chewy is an experience company built on the back of product and technology. Innovation drives our operations and our team is constantly striving to find new and better ways to improve. From an easy-to-navigate website and highly-rated mobile apps, to detailed order tracking and personalized “Pet Profile” features, we are transforming the way pet parents shop.

Chewy Careers

Join the vibrant team at Chewy, where we offer exceptional job opportunities to advance your career in the dynamic world of e-commerce. As a leading company in the pet industry, Chewy is dedicated to making pet care easier and more enjoyable for pet parents everywhere. Work You’ll Do At Chewy, we are constantly on the lookout for passionate, driven professionals to join our diverse team. Whether you're seeking a position in IT, customer service, marketing, or logistics, Chewy provides a platform for professional growth and innovation in every career path. Our commitment to leadership and diversity training ensures that every team member is equipped with the skills to lead and innovate. By joining Chewy, you will work alongside a team of dedicated professionals who are always pushing the boundaries of what's possible in e-commerce and customer service. Internship and Employment Opportunities Chewy offers a variety of internship and employment opportunities that cater to a wide range of skills and interests. Our internships provide invaluable hands-on experience, helping you to enhance your resume and prepare for a full-time position within our company. Chewy is not just about hiring employees; it's about nurturing future leaders. Benefits and Culture At Chewy, we believe that the well-being of our team is paramount. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that supports the health, financial security, and work-life balance of our employees. Our culture is centered on open communication, respect, and a shared passion for our mission. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members. Innovation and Growth Chewy is at the forefront of innovation in the pet industry. We are constantly exploring new technologies and strategies to enhance our services and expand our market reach. This focus on innovation drives our company's growth and offers our team members numerous opportunities to get involved in exciting projects and advance their careers. Networking and Professional Development We encourage our employees to engage in networking and professional development activities that can enhance their career prospects. Chewy supports various initiatives, including workshops, seminars, and training sessions, to help our team members grow their professional network and develop new skills. Join Our Team Explore the job opportunities at Chewy by searching open positions that match your skills and interests. We are looking for curious, creative, and solution-driven team players who are ready to take their career to the next level. Stay Connected Keep up to date with career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights you can put to use today—all from the people who work here at Chewy. Job Alert Emails Personalize your subscription to receive job alerts, latest news, and insider tips tailored to your preferences. Discover the exciting and rewarding career opportunities that await you at Chewy. Chewy is more than a company; it's a community where you can grow your career and make a difference. Join us in our mission to be the most trusted and convenient online destination for pet parents (and partners) everywhere.
Learn more about Chewy
Size
21,300 employees
Market Cap
$15.9 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$174.4 million
Founded
2011
5 Year Trend
+136.6%
Revenue
$6.4 billion
NASDAQ

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