Senior Financial Analyst en Northern Tool + Equipment

At Northern Tool + Equipment we get up every day to serve the tradespeople who keep our country running strong and the weekend warriors who want to work like them. It’s our mission to make sure they have the right tools for the job, and an easy, hassle-free experience at our store so they can get in, get out and get on with the job at hand. Your top priority as a Sr. Financial Analyst is to serve as a strategic finance partner, delivering high-impact analysis and insights to support decision-making across the organization. This role blends financial acumen with data analytics and business collaboration to drive performance, improve reporting efficiency, and support long-range planning. This individual is proactive, detail-oriented, and comfortable navigating ambiguity while influencing cross-functional teams. Your positive, professional, roll-up-your-sleeves-to-help attitude contributes to our winning culture and makes sure we leave a lasting impression.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Partner with business leaders across departments to provide financial guidance, challenge assumptions, and support strategic initiatives.
2. Lead financial analysis of business performance, including revenue, margin, and expense trends.
3. Develop and maintain complex financial models to support forecasting, scenario planning, and investment decisions.
4. Prepare and present monthly, quarterly, and ad hoc reporting packages with clear variance explanations and actionable insights.
5. Collaborate with FP&A, Accounting, and operational teams to align financial reporting with business needs.
6. Identify opportunities for process improvement and automation in reporting and analytics workflows.
7. Support annual budgeting and long-range planning cycles, including consolidation and executive-level presentations.
8. Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and proactively surface risks and opportunities to leadership.
9. Contribute to cross-functional projects, including system implementations, cost optimization efforts, and strategic planning.
10. Mentor junior analysts and contribute to a culture of continuous learning and improvement.

What you will bring to the table:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
• 3–5 years of experience in financial analysis, business analytics, or corporate finance. Retail experience a plus!
• Strong understanding of financial statements, accounting principles, and business operations.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (modeling, pivot tables, lookups); experience with Power BI, or similar tools preferred.
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., D365, JD Edwards, SAP, Oracle) and financial reporting platforms.
• Ability to synthesize large datasets into clear, actionable insights.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders and present to senior leadership.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated initiative, intellectual curiosity, and a continuous improvement mindset.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across functions.
• Demonstrates Northern Tool + Equipment’s 12 Core Competencies.

About Us

Northern Tool + Equipment is a family business with roots stretching back three generations to Minnesota’s Iron Range, where our blue-collar work ethic and commitment to serving the people who do the tough jobs was born. Our mission is to be the best in the world at serving the professional tradespeople and those who want to work like them. With over 130 retail stores across 24 states, top national brands and global manufacturing operations designed to create our own specialized tools and equipment, we are busting our knuckles to deliver the products, prices and advice our customers need to succeed. We’re looking for people who share our blue-collar work ethic. If you’re the kind of person who likes to put your nose to the grindstone to help your customers and company succeed, we’d love to talk to you about becoming a member of our team.

Northern Tool + Equipment is proud to be recognized by Forbes as a Top Midsize Employer in 2023. We are committed to creating a workplace where your contributions are valued, and your professional growth is encouraged. When you join our team, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive and competitive compensation package that includes: 

• Competitive Pay: Earn $80,600 to $123,390 annually, with your exact compensation personalized based on your skills, experience, and location. We believe in rewarding top talent with pay that reflects your value. 
• Flexible Work Schedule: Achieve the work-life balance you deserve with our full-time, 8-hour shifts, Monday – Friday, complemented by a hybrid work schedule that allows you to work both remotely and in the office. 
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Your health and well-being are our priority. We offer a variety of health plans, so you can choose what best fits your needs. Employees working 30+ hours per week enjoy a robust benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and a 401(k) plan with an enhanced company match to support your financial future. 
• Generous Employee Discount: Love our products? So do we! Enjoy a significant discount on the quality tools and equipment we offer, helping you save on the items you love to use. 
• Get Paid on Your Terms: With our Daily Pay option, you don’t have to wait for payday—access your earnings whenever you need them for added financial flexibility. 
• Paid Holidays: Take time to relax and recharge with 7 paid federal holidays, because we know how important it is to have time for yourself and your loved ones. 
• Incentives: Be rewarded for eligible incentive programs.

When you join Northern Tool + Equipment, you're not just starting a job—you're joining a community that supports your success. Come be a part of a team where your skills, dedication, and passion are recognized and celebrated. Your future starts here!