FPA Analyst

About Upshop:

Upshop is the market leader in Total Store Operations solutions for the Grocery and CStore markets. We offer an AIpowered SaaS platform connecting Fresh Center eCommerce and DSD department operations to deliver a simplified smarter more connected store experience. Customers running Upshop realize significant improvements in sales shrink food safety and sustainability across the entire store. 450 retail chain accounts trust our software in over 50k stores 35 countries and 3 continents.

Overview of the role:

Join our dynamic FP&A team as a FP&A Analyst. As a key member reporting to the Manager FP&A youll play a pivotal role in driving datadriven decisionmaking for our leading SaaS grocery retail platform. Were seeking a curious motivated and detailoriented financial professional eager to contribute to our innovative organization.

Are you the right fit

• You breathe numbers calculations and interpretations and have the tools to help Upshop be more nimble more capable more productive and more data driven
• You have unwavering attention to detail both in terms of numbers and visual presentations
• You are inquisitive interpreting complex data and turning it into actionable insights.
• You know how to collect organize analyze and interpret data and simplify complex information
• You are comfortable in creating compelling presentations documents memos and other forms of internal communications in a well written visually appealing and persuasive way
• You are comfortable presenting your findings and collaborating with both financial and nonfinancial team members

If youre passionate about financial analysis we encourage you to apply. Note that this is a hybrid position (minimum requirement of 2 days onsite).

Responsibilities:

• Conduct monthly variance analysis to identify trends and anomalies enhancing financial performance and operational efficiency.
• Create and manage reporting templates financial models and documentation for both internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborate with senior management to provide datadriven analysis that supports operational and strategic decisionmaking.
• Develop and present compelling presentations of quarterly financial results and forecasts to executives.
• Support the annual budgeting process and monthly reforecasting activities.
• Identify industry trends and market dynamics to provide strategic insights for crossfunctional teams.
• Drive process improvement initiatives ensuring financial processes are efficiently streamlined documented and implemented.
• Perform other ad hoc analysis as required.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Accounting Economics Commerce or relevant degree.
• 2 Years of professional experience in Finance or related field.
• Financial Modeling: Be able to understand and update financial models that follow industry best practices.
• Data Analysis: A passion for understanding business questions and making data driven insights. Excellent analytical skills.
• Expertise in Excel and PowerPoint.
• Business Partnership: Consistent track record of using quantitative analysis to impact key business decisions.
• Communication: Ability to present financial data concisely using detailed reports and charts and through written and oral communication.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Progression to a relevant certification (e.g. CFA/CPA) is a plus
• Handson experience with NetSuite is a plus
• Experience within retail preferably grocery and/or food & beverage
• Experience with inventory supply chain and retail operations
• Experience with SaaS technology solutions

Why Upshop

• Competitive compensation and flex hours and location
• We take great pride in our firstclass team and culture. Opendoor approach at all levels
• Entrepreneurial and rapid growth company with opportunities to work with senior executives
• Work hard/Play hard mentality; we thrive on change and continuously strive for excellence
• Realtime coaching and feedback growth opportunities and a supportive and collaborative team