Sr Analyst, Stores Finance
The GapAbout the Role
This is a high-impact role at the center of Athleta’s retail business. As a strategic finance partner to the stores organization, you will lead budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis for store operating expenses across our fleet. You will help shape the financial story of our stores, cutting through complexity to deliver clear, actionable insights to Field Leadership. The role requires strong analytical rigor, close attention to detail, and the ability to build trusted relationships across teams.What You'll Do
Own forecasting, budgeting, and variance analysis for store and field expensesacross the Athleta fleet, partnering closely with field leaders on planning and
spend managementIdentify key drivers of expense variability and translate analysis into clear, actionable recommendations
Help define and evolve store-level KPIs that are practical, focused, and built to drive performance
Deliver analysis and reporting that surfaces trends, informs decisions, and drives stronger execution across the fleet
Support cross-functional initiatives and special analyses as needed to help driveoverall fleet success
Who You Are
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field
3–5 years of financial analysis experience; retail, consumer, or omnichannel experience preferred
Strong analytical thinker who can manage detail without losing sight of the bigger picture
Able to translate financial and accounting concepts for non-finance partners in a clear, practical way that drives understanding and action
Comfortable navigating ambiguity and assessing complex situations to make sound, data-informed decisions
Proven ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders across cross- functional teams
Strong command of Excel; experience with Power BI, Essbase, Hyperion, Anaplan, or similar tools a plus
Clear, confident communicator with the ability to engage effectively at all levels of the organization.