Financial Analyst - Financial Planning & Analysis

The Home Depot Co is seeking a detail-oriented Financial Analyst in Financial Planning & Analysis to strengthen budgeting, forecasting, and strategic decision-making from our Atlanta, GA onsite office. This role focuses on building robust projection models, analyzing variances, and interpreting financial statements to support management and ensure regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain sophisticated financial projection models to support budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning processes.
• Conduct detailed variance analysis reporting to identify trends, discrepancies, and opportunities for cost optimization.
• Prepare and interpret financial statements in accordance with GAAP and IFRS.
• Perform comprehensive profit and loss analysis to evaluate business performance and inform management decisions.
• Support regulatory reporting requirements by ensuring accurate financial data collection and compliance with SOX controls.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on pricing strategies, sales forecasts, and investment analyses to maximize profitability.
• Utilize business intelligence tools to generate insightful reports that enhance financial understanding across departments.
• Assist in the development of financial concepts related to corporate finance, cost accounting, and organizational efficiency initiatives.

Requirements

• Strong understanding of accounting principles including GAAP and IFRS, with experience in financial statement preparation and interpretation.
• Proficiency in financial software applications and advanced Excel skills for financial model development.
• Knowledge of SOX compliance, regulatory reporting, and technical accounting standards.
• Expertise in financial analysis techniques such as variance analysis, quantitative analysis, and cost accounting.
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning processes within a corporate environment.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously under tight deadlines.
• Effective communication skills for clear financial report writing and presentation of complex data insights.
• Solid foundation in corporate accounting practices including public accounting exposure is a plus.

Technologies

• Excel

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Relocation assistance

Pay

$97,275.28 - $117,148.73 per year

Work Location

In person