Finance and Planning Analyst

Company Description

For more than 75 years, Aspen Snowmass has been a destination where mind, body, and spirit can thrive. We sit within Aspen Skiing Company as part of the Aspen One portfolio, which aims to create premium, sustainable, transformative experiences in recreation, nature, and culture. Aspen Skiing Company operates in concert with partner brands Aspen Hospitality, including The Little Nell and Limelight properties; as well as Aspen Innovations, including ASPENX, which offers elevated experiential and retail products.

Job Description

Summary

The Finance and Planning Analyst identifies trends and opportunities within the outdoor industry rental and retail business sector to provide data-driven insights and solutions. This role is part of the business team, and is responsible for rental/retail product forecast and replenishment as well as financial planning and analysis (FP&A) including budgeting, forecasting, and analyzing all areas of the business. This role will work closely with various branches of the Rental/Retail Division including the Buying Team, Merchandising, Store Operations and Warehouse Operations.

The budgeted salary range for this position is $65,800 - $85,540. Actual pay will be dependent on budget and experience, all our salaried roles are eligible for bonus. 

Essential Job Functions 

Finance Functions 

• Partner with Rental/Retail purchasing, warehouse, and store operations to prepare, consolidate, and track annual budgets. 
• Develop, maintain, and analyze financial models that support business operations and strategic initiatives. 
• Present and effectively communicate data-driven insights to influence and inform strategic decisions. 
• Compile capital projects requests, build and analyze ROI models, and assist in submission presentations. Own tracking capital spend progress to budget for approved projects, highlighting risks proactively. 
• Oversee rental and retail pricing trends locally, regionally, and nationally and provide recommendations on adjustments that balances in driving volume and profitability. 
• Perform monthly and annual variance analysis to assess performance and develop forecasts. 
• Build presentations for Senior Leadership that summarize business results 
• Perform ad hoc analyses and reports including, but not limited to: 
• Statistical analysis 
• Economic reports 
• Industry benchmarking & competitive analyses 
• Pricing scenarios 

Planning Functions 

• Produce, review and distribute sales, purchasing, receiving and inventory reports on a weekly basis and as necessary in support of the Buying and Merchandising Teams, Store Operations and Warehouse Operations. 
• Assist Purchasing and Planning manager with creating an Open-to-Buy process and toolset that allows the business to build accurate budgets 18-24 months out. 
• Create rental volume forecasts based on visitation forecasts and rental pricing. Leverage modeling to provide rental buy plans for the purchasing team to execute against. 
• Oversee and maintain Replenishment Systems for store transfers and vendor orders to ensure timely and efficient supply of product. 
• Assist Buying Team with purchasing activities as needed, including Ad-hoc Vendor Replenishment, and database maintenance. 
• Assist in stores during peak holiday seasons and special events. 
• Perform other duties as requested. 
• Other duties as assigned 

Qualifications

• BA/BS degrees in Business Administration, Economics, Finance or Accounting required 
• Minimum of two years’ experience in business finance or planning analysis, retail finance and planning experience preferred 
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, procedures and concepts 
• Ability to work with and build relationships with employees at all levels throughout the Company 
• Relevant experience in ski or resort rental/retail operations desired 
• Proven advanced Microsoft Excel skills with experience in financial modeling, including DCFs, sensitivity analyses, and budgets 
• Familiarity with Microsoft Power BI and PowerPivot 
• Understanding of relational databases 
• SQL, VBA, Python or similar programming languages a plus 
• Experience with Financial and Point of Sale systems (i.e. NetSuite, PowerBI, RTP, JD Edwards, Hubble, Spreadsheet Server) 

Additional Information

Supervision given and received
Supervision given: This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Supervision received: Works under general supervision of the Managing Director, Four Mountain Sports. Receives continuing or individual assignments according to supervisor’s directions and may perform routine tasks. Expectations of the quality, quantity and deadlines are clearly set. Instructions, advice and assistance available as needed. Work is reviewed on demand or during scheduled check-ins. 
 
Work Environment and Physical Demands
Ability to stand, type and sit at desk/computer for most of the work shift executing repetitive movements 
No adverse or hazardous conditions
Not required, but preferred to be able to occasionally lift, push or pull 25 lbs. individually or with assistance 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. By accepting a position with Aspen Skiing Company, you acknowledge that you are able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. To request accommodation during the application and interviewing process, please contact Human Resources at 970-300-7700.

This job description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.

Aspen Skiing Company / ASPENX / The Little Nell / Limelight Hotel is an equal opportunity employer.

For an overview of Aspen Skiing Company's benefits and other compensation visit www.aspensnowmass.com/employment/benefits-and-perks

As of March 11th 2022, Aspen Skiing Company, ASPENX, The Little Nell, and The Limelight Hotels will no longer require all active employees to be fully vaccinated in the workplace. Read more about our policies as it relates to employee safety here