Job Description

About the Job

Hello, potential PriceSmart candidate. We’re on a mission to hire the very best, and are committed to creating exceptional employee experiences where everyone is respected and has access to equal opportunity. We realize the greatest contributions to the company can come from anywhere in the organization, and we know that the next one could be yours!

The FP&A Manager supports monthly, quarterly, and ad hoc reporting for internal stakeholders as well as analysis of key priorities to the executive team. Responsibilities include month-end close reporting and providing actionable insights, communicating financial results to finance leadership, and providing key support related to forecasts and headcount planning. The successful candidate will have excellent verbal and written communication skills with the demonstrated ability to influence both peers & leaders, a constant sense of curiosity about the business, strong sense of ownership, and a strategic mindset. This position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and commitment to data integrity.

What You'll Do

The FP&A Manager performs a wide range of duties that may include, but are not limited to:

• Support key internal and external reporting deliverables including monthly close, monthly business review, and quarterly earnings analysis to our executive team.
• Support the quarterly rolling forecasting and annual plan process, including alignment of targets, processes, and timelines. Assist with the development and maintenance of forecast and budget templates.
• Manage creation & compilation of executive presentations including monthly business review, quarterly materials, and other leadership meetings.
• Support automated reporting and process optimization efforts including internal reporting and executive team KPIs.
• Manage the headcount management financial planning system within Planning Analytics (TM1) and provide timely reporting.
• Develop and maintain a strong knowledge of retail and general industry trends, practices and issues, while assessing and communicating their potential impact on the business.
• Provide ad hoc analyses and special projects supporting finance leadership.

Who You Are

Qualifications:

• Hands-on experience with Planning Analytics, or similar financial planning system or Business Performance system, a plus.
• Exposure to the following is a plus: Data analytics visualization and BI reporting tools, and predictive models, such as IBM SPSS and Python.
• Strong quantitative abilities.
• Solid problem solving and time management skills.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to build relationships.
• Ability to effectively manage and set priorities based on immediate and long-term business needs.
• Comfortable performing ad-hoc research and analysis.
• Detailed oriented with strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong influencing and interpersonal skills.
• High level of commercial acumen.
• Experience with multiple subsidiary structures and working with different functional currencies.

Education, Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, or a relevant field.
• Minimum of 5+ years of relevant analytical experience.
• In-depth knowledge of accounting rules and regulations (including GAAP), as well as best practices for financial analysis.
• Bilingual English/Spanish required.
• Strong analytical and communication skills and demonstrated ability to translate to non-finance/accounting people.
• Proficient in financial management software, with Planning Analytics experience preferred.
• Advanced computer software skills, including Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and other Microsoft applications.

Some Important Intangibles

• You feel connected to our mission and values: Integrity, Respect, Accountability, Passion, Community and Continuous Improvement
• You are a self-starter who doesn’t need direct supervision to motivate you for success
• You enjoy sharing your quirkiness and talents with your coworkers
• Enjoy working hard
• Full of energy for the things one sees as challenging
• The ability to remain calm when dealing with unforeseen constraints.
• The above description is designed to state the general nature and level of work performed in the function. It is not intended to contain or be construed as an exhaustive inventory of all job duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. A complete job description may be made available to you through the hiring process.

Benefits & Perks

We believe taking care of our people is the right thing to do. This is what we can offer for all your hard work:

• Competitive pay
• Medical, Dental and Vision plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Education Assistance Program
• 401K Contributions
• Life Insurance
• LTD
• PriceSmart Membership Card
• Pet Insurance
• Calm Meditation App
• BenefitsHub for Employee Discounts
• Fun events
• Employee recognition
• Supportive, nurturing environment with many opportunities for learning and growth
• ...and more!

Our Commitment

We not only embrace and celebrate the diversity of our membership base and communities, but also strive to achieve the same in our employees. At PriceSmart, we are committed to equal employment opportunity, regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status or any other class protected by applicable law. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Get to know us

PriceSmart was founded with a purpose to inspire and impact the lives and businesses of our Members, our employees and our communities through the ethical delivery of the best quality goods and services at the lowest possible prices.

Throughout the years, we have constantly asked ourselves how we can do more and have a greater impact. We want to prove that we are a company that can grow, be profitable and do good in the world, and we have learned that it takes a great organizational culture to achieve that goal.

At PriceSmart, you can look forward to company events, anniversaries celebrating our employees with more than 20, or 30 years of tenure, volunteering and learning opportunities, and just great company filled with curious, kind folks. Dreaming up and sharing ideas aren’t responsibilities reserved for certain teams or leaders; the challenge of building our own culture is on all of our shoulders. That sense of community and belonging keeps us excited to walk through the door everyday, wherever that door may be, in any of our 13 countries.

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