Sr Financial Analyst

OVERVIEW

Experience something categorically different. With over 1,400 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

• The Senior Financial Analyst, Corporate FP&A – Corporate Functions & SG&A will support financial planning, forecasting, analysis, and business partnership for key corporate functions, with significant exposure to Human Resources, payroll, healthcare and benefits, and other operating expenses.
• This role will partner with business leaders to develop financial plans, understand key cost drivers, evaluate spending decisions, and provide insights that support effective financial management and resource allocation.
• The Senior Financial Analyst will also support enterprise SG&A analysis, helping develop a deeper understanding of historical spending patterns, key cost drivers, and trends across the company's cost structure
• This role requires strong analytical capabilities, financial modeling skills, business partnership, and the ability to translate detailed financial information into clear insights and recommendations.

YOU'LL ACCOMPLISH THESE GOALS BY

• Support budgeting, monthly forecasting, and financial planning for assigned corporate functions, partnering with business leaders to understand priorities, financial commitments, and key business drivers.
• Support period-close activities for assigned functions, including financial actualization, expense analysis, accrual reviews, and understanding key drivers of financial performance.
• Support financial planning and analysis for corporate payroll, healthcare, employee benefits, headcount, and other workforce-related expenses, including evaluation of key assumptions, trends, and financial impacts.
• Develop and maintain financial models, forecasts, and analyses for assigned operating expense areas, including support for Legal and other corporate functions as business needs evolve.
• Build strong relationships with Human Resources, Procurement, Accounting, and other business partners to understand operational priorities, anticipate financial needs, and provide proactive financial support.
• Perform ad hoc financial analyses to support business decisions, evaluate incremental spending requests, assess financial risks and opportunities, and understand trade-offs associated with business priorities.
• Prepare financial reporting, presentations, and leadership materials that clearly communicate financial performance, key business drivers, financial implications, and areas requiring management attention.
• Support business leaders in evaluating financial plans, spending decisions, and strategic initiatives, providing analytical insights and financial perspectives that help inform decision-making.
• Support enterprise SG&A analysis, including evaluation of historical spending patterns, key cost drivers, and trends across functions and expense categories.
• Identify opportunities to improve financial models, reporting, and planning processes through standardization, automation, and more effective use of financial tools and systems.

THE ESSENTIALS FOR SUCCESS

• 3–5 years of professional financial experience, preferably in FP&A, corporate finance, business partnership, retail, consumer products, or a multi-unit business environment.
• Undergraduate degree in Finance, Business, Accounting, Economics, or related field.
• Prior FP&A experience preferred, with exposure to budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, business partnership, or operating expense management.
• Experience supporting Human Resources or other corporate functions, including exposure to payroll, headcount planning, compensation, healthcare, or benefits analysis, is preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to evaluate financial information, identify underlying trends and cost drivers, and develop meaningful insights.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to translate detailed financial analysis into clear business implications and recommendations.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and build effective relationships across Finance and cross-functional business teams.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and deliver high-quality financial analysis in a fast-paced environment.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, with demonstrated ability to build financial models, analyze large datasets, and develop complex financial analyses.
• Proficient in Microsoft PowerPoint and other Microsoft Office applications, with the ability to develop clear, executive-ready financial presentations.
• Experience with SAP, OneStream, Business Intelligence, or other financial planning/reporting systems is a plus

The pay range for this position is $77,600.00 - $105,000.00 / 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.