Senior Financial Reporting Analyst

Looking to work for the best in the industry?
Look no further than POOLCORP, the world's leading distributor of outdoor living products. With over 440 Sales Centers in 13 countries and a team with more than 6,000 dedicated employees, we are committed to meeting the needs of our customers with pride and professionalism. Our network includes SCP Distributors, SCP Distributors International, Superior Pool Products, National Pool Tile, Pinch A Penny, and Horizon Distributors.

Why join POOLCORP?
We offer a wealth of opportunities for career growth and advancement, with comprehensive training programs to support your success. As a company, we value integrity, trust, diversity, and innovation, and we strive to foster a family-oriented, hometown culture that is supported by our strong, stable, and growing business. Join us today and experience the best of both worlds!

So, end your job search here – at POOLCORP – Where Outdoor Living Comes to Life!

You want Benefits? You’ve got it! Our generous benefits package includes: 

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug coverage with Flexible Spending Accounts and Wellness Programs

• 401 (k) with generous company match

• 13 days of paid time off (PTO) & 8 Paid Holidays (NOTE: PTO increases with tenure!)

• 100% employer paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Insurance

• Paid Parental Leave

• Fully Funded Tuition Education Programs

• Bonus Programs that include Employee Recognition and Referrals, Summer Madness, and Annual Performance

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

• Employee Discounts and much more!

Location: Corporate Support; 109 Northpark Blvd., Covington, LA 70433

Job Summary:

The Senior Financial Analyst will be part of the Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) group and will be responsible for evaluating large amounts of data and providing insights into business performance and trends. The position will also routinely create ad-hoc financial analyses and prepare materials for Senior Management and across field and corporate support teams.

Responsibilities:

• Prepares financial reports by collecting, formatting, and analyzing data to help understand and forecast sales, gross margin, and expense trends.
• Builds financial databases by identifying sources of information and assembling, verifying, and backing up data.
• Monitors key performance indicators, performs root cause analysis, and evaluates business and process improvement opportunities.
• Works with field management in developing pro-forma financials for potential new location openings.
• Provides ad-hoc financial analysis to assist decision making for executive management.
• Prepares and reviews reports used in monthly financial close processes and Board of Director meetings.
• Works in a team-based setting to provide financial and operational value-add reports for utilization by field and support management.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Computer science or Data Analytics.
• 3+ years of FP&A, Finance or Public Accounting experience.
• Advanced knowledge of Excel, data query and reporting tools.
• Experience with Power BI and IBM Planning Analytics preferred.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and accounting skills.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple assignments in a fast paced, deadline-driven work environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Bilingual, Military, Military Spouses and Veteran applicants are strongly encouraged to apply! Currently, POOLCORP has over one hundred and twenty military personnel serving on our team. We understand the uniqueness of hiring military personnel and veterans and will support him/her in the time of duty or with the transition into new civilian professions. 

All offers to external candidates for employment are contingent upon the successful completion of pre-employment drug testing and background verifications before employment is finalized.

POOLCORP, including all its subsidiaries, is a drug-free company and Equal Opportunity Employer – By Choice. The Company understands, respects, and values diversity – unique styles, experiences, identities, ideas, and opinions – while striving to be inclusive of all people. This commitment is critical to our success as a global company as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. Hiring and promotional decisions are based solely on the qualifications required for the job to be filled.