The Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Financial Analyst will be involved in financial reporting and analysis, budgeting and forecasting, and other special projects. This position has the opportunity to develop into a Senior FP&A Analyst role by demonstrating proficiency in the activities below.

Applications are accepted by the date below, which may be updated if the hiring timeline is extended.

08/20/2025

Main Ingredients:
1. Responsible for elements of the financial close process including reporting, variance analysis and communicating results. This includes working closely with Accounting and department heads in pre-close meetings.
2. Lead meetings that communicate financial performance to Accounting/Finance and the supported departments.
3. Provide strong business partnership to the supported departments; understand the business issues facing the organization and provide financial insights and recommendations.
4. Analyze financial performance by compiling data and monitoring trends from various data sources.
5. Assist with the annual budget process and periodic forecasts, including working with department heads to determine necessary budget needs and forecast adjustments. Includes ownership and projection of select budget expense lines for the company.
6. Take ownership of analysis requirements, including setting deadlines, collecting and analyzing the right data, and effectively communicating key insights.
7. Preparation of reporting and presentation materials for delivery to senior level management.
8. Evaluate and implement systems and processes, including budgeting, planning, reporting, analytical tools.
9. Participate in special projects and ad hoc analysis requests.
10. Additional responsibilities as assigned by the Sr. Manager of FP&A and VP Treasurer.

Although this is a general outline of job responsibilities all employees are expected to be “hands on” and do whatever it takes to get the job done and make the company thrive.

Recipe for Success:

1. Bachelor’s Degree required; finance, accounting, or economics background preferred
2. Minimum of 1 year of quantitative and/or financial analysis experience required
3. Prior experience with modeling and analyzing large data sets required
4. Self-driven with ability to multi-task and work with minimal supervision in a deadline-oriented environment
5. Track record of supporting monthly financial processes, and delivering timely and accurate results
6. Advanced Microsoft Office proficiency, including:
   1. Ability to combine and characterize data from multiple sources
   2. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills to properly organize and structure model to efficiently answer the relevant business question
   3. Experience using a range of Excel functions (statistical functions, logical functions, pivot, lookup/reference functions, text functions, etc.)
7. Strong oral/written communication skills
8. Must have attention to detail with high standards of accuracy and review
9. Proficiency with SAP and/or other ERP systems
10. Proven ability to build relationships with all levels of the organization and departments

This job description is not an employment contract.  It does not guarantee a job or that the above listed duties are the limit of responsibilities.  The job and job description are subject to change with and without notice.  Employees are required to accomplish any and all tasks assigned to them by their Manager and/or other Store Support Center manager that might not be listed in this job description.

Physical and Environmental Demands:

N = Never

O = Occasional; 1-33% of time

F = Frequent; 34-66% of time

C = Constant; 67-100% of time

Physical Requirements:

• Must have the ability to occasionally lift or carry up to 50 lbs.
• Must have the ability to occasionally push or pull up to 30 lbs.
• Must be able to constantly use the computer for data entry and use of mouse.
• Must be able to constantly sit, use fine motor manipulations, and reach outward for the duration of the work shift.
• Must be able to frequently grip, bend, twist, and turn.
• Must be able to occasionally walk, stand, squat, kneel, and reach above chest as needed.

Environmental Requirements:

• Must be able to work occasionally with cold, heat, sharp tools and equipment, noise, contact stress, dust, fumes, and congested worksite.

All Crew Members

• Birthday Bonus Pay 
• Vitamin Bucks (up to $2,080 earned as store credit annually) 
• Holiday Pay for 5 Holidays – Stores Closed
• Paid Time Off (sick days and vacation) that Increases with Tenure 
• Paid Nutrition Education 
• good4u Crew Member Discount  
• {N}power Program (customer appreciation and rewards program) 
• Regular, Scheduled Pay Increases  
• Advancement Opportunities and Career Development 
• Health and Wellness Program  
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)   
• Employee Referral Program

Full-Time Crew Members (30+ hours/week)

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance 
• Paid Parental Leave  
• Paid Medical Leave (through company paid short-term disability insurance) 
• Company Paid Short-Term Disability Insurance  
• Company Paid Life Insurance 
• Voluntary Benefits Including Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Long-Term Disability Insurance, Term Life Insurance   
• Retirement Savings Plan (401k) with discretionary Company Match  
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA)  
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with Company Match 

Diversity Statement

At the heart of Natural Grocers' commitment to our community and crew is this belief: All people should be empowered to experience health and wellbeing! We cannot be true to this conviction without honoring diversity and cultivating inclusion throughout every aspect of our organization.

At Natural Grocers, we honor our differences, embrace diversity, and cultivate inclusion because both individual and societal health are rooted in these principles. Our Crew is diverse not only in gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, abilities, and age but also in cultural backgrounds, thoughts, and ideas. Celebrating our diversity refreshes, expands, and shapes our perspective, energizing our mission of equitable access to health and wellness for all. We welcome everyone who would like to join us in this mission, with gratitude for the unique life experience each person brings to the table. We’re committed to nurturing an ecosystem of diversity and inclusion in which our Crew can continue to thrive.