Strategic Financial Analyst - Strategy & M&A

Financial Analyst

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or related field. 12 years of experience in a finance, economics, or strategy role preferably in a large corporate, shipping / distribution, multifamily, or hospitality setting. Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills required; SQL experience preferred. Experience with CoStar, John Burns, or similar economic / market data platforms. Exposure to Capital IQ or Bloomberg a plus. Strong understanding of scenario modeling, forecasting, and discounted cash flow (DCF) analysis. Ability to distill complex financial and market data into clear strategic insights.

Job Summary

Responsible for providing financial and strategic analysis on a wide variety of critical business initiatives. Contribute to the financial well-being of the business through application of financial tools and analysis.

Major Tasks, Responsibilities, and Key Accountabilities

• Analyzes data to assess strategic decisions, including acquisitions, divestitures, and business initiatives.
• Supports information technology, human resources, investor relations, strategic business development, real estate, and other functions in capital allocation, management reporting, and ad hoc projects.
• Assists with preparing quarterly forecasts and annual strategic planning processes.
• Performs research to provide recommendations on operational issues and collaborates on strategic initiatives.
• Stays abreast of relevant trends in macroeconomic indicators in construction, infrastructure, multifamily, and hospitality end-markets; in sell-side analyst expectations for the organization, customers, suppliers, and industry peers; and in financial markets, including interest rates, currency exchange rates, and commodity inflation rates.
• Gathers, analyzes, synthesizes, and normalizes disparate data from various internal and external sources to create comprehensive financial models for determining projections and trends.
• Assists with developing and preparing strategic and ad-hoc analyses and presentations.

Nature and Scope

Demonstrates skill in data analysis techniques by resolving missing / incomplete information and inconsistencies / anomalies in more complex research / data. Nature of work requires increasing independence; receives guidance only on unusual, complex problems or issues. Work review typically involves periodic review of output by a supervisor and / or direct customers of the process. May provide general guidance / direction to or train junior level support or professional personnel.

Work Environment

Located in a comfortable indoor area. Any unpleasant conditions would be infrequent and not objectionable. Most of the time is spent sitting in a comfortable position and there is frequent opportunity to move about. On rare occasions there may be a need to move or lift light articles. Typically requires overnight travel less than 10% of the time.

Education and Experience

Typically requires BS / BA in a related discipline. Generally 2-5 years of experience in a related field OR MS / MA and generally 2-4 years of experience in a related field. Certification is required in some areas.

Our Goals for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

We are committed to creating a culture that promotes equity, respect, and advocacy for every HD Supply associate. We value the diversity of our people.

Equal Employment Opportunity

HD Supply is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. HD Supply is an Equal Opportunity Minority / Female / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veteran and Affirmative Action Employer. HD Supply considers for employment and hires qualified candidates without regard to age, race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, protected veteran or disability status or any factor prohibited by law.