Operational Financial Analyst Jobs in Raleigh, NC

We believeRunning Changes Everything. If you believe that, too, we want to talk. With more than 280 stores and a robust e-commerce site, Fleet Feet is the largest running retailer in the country. Catering to more than runners, we pride ourselves on having an inclusive environment! We believe it’s a privilege to serve and to deliver unmatched service and support when outfitting every customer. We run together to solve problems, reach goals, encourage others and champion our brand.

Fleet Feet is seeking a highly analytical and business-minded Senior Financial Analyst to join our Finance team. This role serves as a trusted financial partner to leaders across the organization, helping drive better business decisions through insightful financial analysis, planning, forecasting, and reporting.

This position plays a critical role in the monthly management reporting process while partnering with department leaders to manage operating expenses, develop forecasts, evaluate investments, and identify opportunities to improve financial performance. The position requires close cross-functional collaboration with accounting, IT, development, purchasing, sales and marketing.

The ideal candidate combines strong technical finance skills with excellent business acumen and communication abilities. They are comfortable presenting financial information to Directors and Vice Presidents, building sophisticated financial models, leveraging AI-enabled productivity tools, and translating complex financial information into actionable business recommendations.

This role is ideal for someone with 3–5 years of progressive FP&A or corporate finance experience within a mid-sized, multi-unit retail, consumer, or omnichannel organization.

This is a hybrid position, with an expectation of working in the office three days per week.

Financial Reporting & Month End Close

• Own preparation of monthly management reporting packages and executive financial summaries.
• Analyze monthly financial results and provide clear explanations of revenue, gross margin, operating expense and EBITA variances.
• Develop insightful commentary highlighting key business drivers, risks and opportunities.
• Partner with Accounting to ensure timely, accurate financial reporting and a smooth month-end close process.
• Continuously improve reporting automation and reporting efficiency.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial and/or management reports and presentations for senior management and key stakeholders.
• Track key performance indicators, maintain dashboards, and provide variance analysis with actionable recommendations.
• Drive continuous improvement in financial processes, systems, dashboard automation and reporting to enhance efficiency and data accuracy.

Business Partnership and Decision Support

• Serve as a finance partner for assigned corporate departments or sales channels.
• Responsibilities include monthly operating expense reviews, budget versus actual analysis, forecast updates, headcount planning, capital expenditure requests, business case development and financial recommendations.
• Conduct cost-benefit analyses, profitability assessments, and investment evaluations to support business strategies.
• Work closely with accounting, operations, and other departments to ensure financial data integrity and alignment with strategic goals.
• Support ad hoc financial, operational and strategic projects, as necessary.

Budgeting and Forecasting

• Lead quarterly forecast updates for assigned functions.
• Support the annual budgeting process and long-range planning.
• Develop driver-based financial models and scenario analyses to assess business performance, identify trends, and support decision-making by department heads and other members of leadership.
• Evaluate staffing requests, technology investments and strategic initiatives.
• Monitor spending trends and identify financial risks early.
• Recommend actions to improve forecast accuracy and financial performance.
• Support system administration for NetSuite Planning and Budgeting module and associated data integrations.

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting or related field
• 3–5 years of progressive FP&A, Corporate Finance or Financial Analysis experience
• Experience supporting multiple business leaders within a mid-sized company ($100M–$1B revenue strongly preferred)
• Experience with AI-assisted Excel analysis and productivity tools
• Strong understanding of financial statements and business performance drivers
• Demonstrated experience preparing monthly management reporting
• Advanced financial modeling skills
• Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to influence without direct authority
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail
• Self-motivated with ability to manage multiple priorities
• Demonstrates a passion for the mission and core values at Fleet Feet and its initiatives, activities, and functions

Technical Skills

Required:

• Advanced Microsoft Excel
• PowerPoint & Google Slides
• Experience with ERP systems (NetSuite, Oracle, SAP, Workday or similar)
• Financial Planning software (Oracle EPM, NetSuite Planning, Anaplan or Adaptive preferred)
• Experience working with large financial datasets
• Comfortable utilizing AI tools to enhance productivity and financial analysis

Preferred:

• Power BI
• Data visualization

• Robust benefits packageincluding medical, dental, vision, FSA, HSA, EAP, and more
• 401(k) with 4% employer match and immediate vesting(available to part- and full-time employees age 21+ at company-owned stores)
• Training and advancement opportunitiesacross the Fleet Feet brand
• Professional development programs, including mentorship, employee resource groups, and monthly learning sessions
• Community involvement and service initiativessupporting local engagement
• Discountson training programs and products
• Supportive, passionate teammateswho live the mission every day
• For full-time employees (30+ hours/week), check out our Fleet Feetbenefits summary for details on healthcare, wellness, and more.

We are an equal opportunity employer and believe having teams in which everyone brings their whole self to Fleet Feet is key to our success. We encourage people of all backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives. Our dedication to inclusion is reflected in our hiring practices, workplace culture, and community engagement.

Fleet Feet utilizes E-Verify in all corporate and company-operated stores as part of the hiring process.