Sr. Manager, FP&A - Merchandising
Five Below
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Philadelphia, PA
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Posted April 2, 2026
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- Develop Senior Analyst talent by managing and prioritizing day-to-day workload and direction; reviewing work output and providing feedback; coaching and mentoring on strengths and opportunities.
- Facilitates the financial forecasting and planning processes with the Merchandise organization that result in quarterly forecast updates, annual plans, and long-range plans (2-3 years) centered around sales and merchandise margin.
- Collaborates across the business to provide root cause analysis and actionable insights based on financial and non-financial data to functional partners and business units.
- Communicates financial and non-financial analysis and insights to leaders by preparing analyses through leveraging multiple data sources; identifying complete, consistent, and actionable insights & recommendations; and translating insights into clear, understandable themes.
- Completes work assignments by applying up-to-date expertise in subject area; leveraging an understanding of policies, data, and resources to support projects or initiatives; collaborating cross-functionally to solve business problems; identifying, recommending, and implementing ways to address improvement opportunities.
- Develop and maintain financial models and tools to support forecasting, budgeting, and decision-making processes for the Merchandising function.
- Provide insightful analysis and recommendations to optimize business performance, identifying opportunities for growth, cost savings, and efficiency improvements.
- Interface with senior leaders within the company to present financial insights, influence decision-making, and drive alignment with strategic priorities.
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Five Below is an Equal Opportunity Employer .
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
Five Below is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities .
If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please submit a request and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. crewservices.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/requests/new
BE AWARE OF FRAUD!
Please be aware of potentially fraudulent job postings or suspicious recruiter activity by persons that are posing as a Five Below recruiters.
Please confirm that the person you are working with has an @fivebelow.com email address.
Additionally, Five Below does NOT request financial information or payments from candidates at any point during the hiring process.
If you suspect fraudulent activity, please visit Five Below's Career Site to verify the posting. fivebelow.com/info/careers
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Requirements
- 5+ years of experience in financial planning & analysis, with a focus on supporting Merchandising or retail operations.
- Previous experience in FP&A, Corporate Finance or Corporate Accounting
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to distill complex financial concepts into clear and actionable insights for non-financial stakeholders.
- Strong proficiency in financial modeling, forecasting techniques, and analytical tools
- Extremely proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, with extreme proficiency in Excel
- Experience in structuring and writing formal documents, developing and delivering group presentations, project planning, and/or cross-functional collaboration
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, managing multiple priorities and deadlines effectively
Preferred Skills
- Previous experience in FP&A, Corporate Finance or Corporate Accounting
- Experience with Power BI a plus
- Experience with Hyperion a plus
Education
- (Not required) – Bachelor's Degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, Economics or related field
At Five Below our growth is a result of the people who embrace our purpose: We know life is way better when you are free to Let Go & Have Fun in an amazing experience, filled with unlimited possibilities, priced so low, you can always say yes to the newest, coolest stuff! Just ask any of our over 27,000 associates who work at Five Below and they’ll tell you there’s no other place like it. It all starts with our purpose and then, The Five Below Way, which is our values and behaviors that each and every associate believes in.
It’s all about culture at Five Below, making this a place that can inspire you as much as you inspire us with big ideas, super energy, passion, and the ability to make the workplace a WOWplace!
Responsibilities
Develop Senior Analyst talent by managing and prioritizing day-to-day workload and direction; reviewing work output and providing feedback; coaching and mentoring on strengths and opportunities.
Facilitates the financial forecasting and planning processes with the Merchandise organization that result in quarterly forecast updates, annual plans, and long-range plans (2-3 years) centered around sales and merchandise margin.
Collaborates across the business to provide root cause analysis and actionable insights based on financial and non-financial data to functional partners and business units.
Communicates financial and non-financial analysis and insights to leaders by preparing analyses through leveraging multiple data sources; identifying complete, consistent, and actionable insights & recommendations; and translating insights into clear, understandable themes.
Completes work assignments by applying up-to-date expertise in subject area; leveraging an understanding of policies, data, and resources to support projects or initiatives; collaborating cross-functionally to solve business problems; identifying, recommending, and implementing ways to address improvement opportunities.
Develop and maintain financial models and tools to support forecasting, budgeting, and decision-making processes for the Merchandising function.
Provide insightful analysis and recommendations to optimize business performance, identifying opportunities for growth, cost savings, and efficiency improvements.
Interface with senior leaders within the company to present financial insights, influence decision-making, and drive alignment with strategic priorities.
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, Economics or related field
5+ years of experience in financial planning & analysis, with a focus on supporting Merchandising or retail operations.
Previous experience in FP&A, Corporate Finance or Corporate Accounting
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to distill complex financial concepts into clear and actionable insights for non-financial stakeholders.
Strong proficiency in financial modeling, forecasting techniques, and analytical tools
Extremely proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, with extreme proficiency in Excel
Experience in structuring and writing formal documents, developing and delivering group presentations, project planning, and/or cross-functional collaboration
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, managing multiple priorities and deadlines effectively
Experience with Power BI a plus
Experience with Hyperion a plus
Explore our benefits site to discover all the perks and support we offer! From health coverage to financial and personal wellness, we've got you covered—check it out today! benefits.fivebelow.com/public/welcome
Five Below is an Equal Opportunity Employer . All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
Five Below is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities . If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please submit a request and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. crewservices.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/requests/new
BE AWARE OF FRAUD! Please be aware of potentially fraudulent job postings or suspicious recruiter activity by persons that are posing as a Five Below recruiters. Please confirm that the person you are working with has an @fivebelow.com email address. Additionally, Five Below does NOT request financial information or payments from candidates at any point during the hiring process. If you suspect fraudulent activity, please visit Five Below's Career Site to verify the posting. fivebelow.com/info/careers
It’s all about culture at Five Below, making this a place that can inspire you as much as you inspire us with big ideas, super energy, passion, and the ability to make the workplace a WOWplace!
Responsibilities
Develop Senior Analyst talent by managing and prioritizing day-to-day workload and direction; reviewing work output and providing feedback; coaching and mentoring on strengths and opportunities.
Facilitates the financial forecasting and planning processes with the Merchandise organization that result in quarterly forecast updates, annual plans, and long-range plans (2-3 years) centered around sales and merchandise margin.
Collaborates across the business to provide root cause analysis and actionable insights based on financial and non-financial data to functional partners and business units.
Communicates financial and non-financial analysis and insights to leaders by preparing analyses through leveraging multiple data sources; identifying complete, consistent, and actionable insights & recommendations; and translating insights into clear, understandable themes.
Completes work assignments by applying up-to-date expertise in subject area; leveraging an understanding of policies, data, and resources to support projects or initiatives; collaborating cross-functionally to solve business problems; identifying, recommending, and implementing ways to address improvement opportunities.
Develop and maintain financial models and tools to support forecasting, budgeting, and decision-making processes for the Merchandising function.
Provide insightful analysis and recommendations to optimize business performance, identifying opportunities for growth, cost savings, and efficiency improvements.
Interface with senior leaders within the company to present financial insights, influence decision-making, and drive alignment with strategic priorities.
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, Economics or related field
5+ years of experience in financial planning & analysis, with a focus on supporting Merchandising or retail operations.
Previous experience in FP&A, Corporate Finance or Corporate Accounting
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to distill complex financial concepts into clear and actionable insights for non-financial stakeholders.
Strong proficiency in financial modeling, forecasting techniques, and analytical tools
Extremely proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, with extreme proficiency in Excel
Experience in structuring and writing formal documents, developing and delivering group presentations, project planning, and/or cross-functional collaboration
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, managing multiple priorities and deadlines effectively
Experience with Power BI a plus
Experience with Hyperion a plus
Explore our benefits site to discover all the perks and support we offer! From health coverage to financial and personal wellness, we've got you covered—check it out today! benefits.fivebelow.com/public/welcome
Five Below is an Equal Opportunity Employer . All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
Five Below is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities . If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please submit a request and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. crewservices.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/requests/new
BE AWARE OF FRAUD! Please be aware of potentially fraudulent job postings or suspicious recruiter activity by persons that are posing as a Five Below recruiters. Please confirm that the person you are working with has an @fivebelow.com email address. Additionally, Five Below does NOT request financial information or payments from candidates at any point during the hiring process. If you suspect fraudulent activity, please visit Five Below's Career Site to verify the posting. fivebelow.com/info/careers