Sr Financial Analyst

OVERVIEW

Experience something categorically different. With over 1,200 stores throughout the U.S., a thriving digital ecosystem and a growth trajectory that's put Wall Street on notice; Ulta Beauty provides dynamic challenges for those who want to apply their financial acumen to ever-increasing levels of complexity. Professional ownership. Diverse and ever-evolving projects. Greater levels of impact. The ability to influence decisions and organizational direction. It's all part of the daily experience of our Finance & Accounting associates.

If you want a collaborative environment where continual learning, career self-determination and trust are prioritized, where an engaged leadership provides deep levels of support and guidance, Ulta Beauty is uniquely positioned to deliver greater levels of career satisfaction. Are you up for the challenge?

THE IMPACT YOU CAN HAVE:

Perform a wide variety of financial services for effective operation of the IT department. The Sr. Financial Analyst will work closely with the Sr. Manager & Director of IT Finance to handle complex financial responsibilities of the department. Key recurring areas of service include:

• Financial Analysis, Reporting, & Forecasting
• Month-end close (accruals, journal entries, invoice support, etc.)
• Annual Business Planning
• Contracts Administration (SOW / CO Review)
• Ad hoc financial analysis/reporting

YOU'LL ACCOMPLISH THESE GOALS BY:

Financial Analysis & Forecasting:

• Lead the preparation, management, and monitoring of IT budgets and financial forecasts.
• Work with IT leaders to ensure accurate financial planning for capital & operational IT expenses
• Prepare financial reports for management, including financial presentations and KPI / metrics reporting.
• Prepare financial cost models (ROI, NPV) as it relates to evaluating technology solutions

Accounting Close

• Complete month-end accounting activities including accruals, journal entries, reclasses, as well as maintaining the prepaid schedules.
• Maintain internal analysis and respond to questions from Accounting and FP&A regarding results.
• Evaluate actual results vs. plan, generate internal reports, and provide explanations for significant variances.
• Work with vendors to monitor aging items and resolve any issues, including escalations/discrepancies.
• Help ensure compliance with internal control policies and procedures.

Annual Planning:

• Support the IT department with annual business planning, including creating financial templates, communication plans, financial updates to corporate strategy, FP&A, and IT leaders
• Collaborate with IT leaders to identify areas of potential cost savings and optimization
• Develop and track key changes through the annual planning cycle

Contract Administration:

• Review IT contracts (SOWs & Change Orders) for legal compliance and accounting policy alignment (e.g., capital vs. expense).
• Work collaboratively with IT, Project Management, Procurement, and accounting teams

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance
• CPA preferred
• 5 years' experience in financial analysis, with a focus on IT or technology-related projects
• Knowledge of Fixed Assets is plus

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong understanding of IT systems, software, hardware, and IT infrastructure costs
• Strong working knowledge of general accounting concepts, monthly close process, financial reporting, and GAAP concepts.
• Ability to think strategically and understand the business impact of financial decisions in IT
• Experience in creating new processes and implementing them across cross-functional partners.
• Maintains a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to present financial data in a concise and actionable manner.
• Knowledge in Excel and Word, SAP or Ariba knowledge is a plus.
• Planview PPM experience is a plus.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• This is a hybrid role and requires working from the Bolingbrook office 6 days per month

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The pay range for this position is $76,100.00 - $95,000.00 / Year with the opportunity for eligible associates to earn additional compensation pursuant to the Company's bonus plan. Exact pay will be based on factors including, but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, level, shift, geographic location, and business and organizational needs. Full-time positions are eligible for paid time off, health, dental, vision, life and disability benefits. Part-time positions are eligible for dental, vision, life, and disability benefits. For additional information concerning our benefits, visit our Benefits and Career Development page: https://learn.bswift.com/ulta

ABOUT

At Ulta Beauty (NASDAQ: ULTA), the possibilities are beautiful. Ulta Beauty is the largest North American beauty retailer and the premier beauty destination for cosmetics, fragrance, skin care products, hair care products and salon services. We bring possibilities to life through the power of beauty each and every day in our stores and online with more than 25,000 products from approximately 500 well-established and emerging beauty brands across all categories and price points, including Ulta Beauty's own private label. Ulta Beauty also offers a full-service salon in every store featuring-hair, skin, brow, and make-up services.

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest records, conviction records, or other criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of any applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York City Fair Chance Act.