Financial Analyst III, Merrell

• Delivers detailed and frequent financial reports, transforming large sets of financial data into clear and actionable insights for management decision-making.

• Buildsself-service reporting and dashboards to align with the business needsby translating business questions into scalable reporting solutionswith a focus on continuous improvement.

• Supports global financial analysis effortsand transformation, ensuring reporting is comprehensive and relevant to global business operations.

• Evaluates existing financial processes and recommends workflow improvements, with a particular focus on enhancing accuracy, consistency,and efficiency. 

• Leads and contributes to finance initiatives that implementnew technologyand digital tools, specifically targeting automation, real-time data access, and improved financial reporting capabilities to drive efficiency, growth, and profitabilityaround the globe.

• Conducts variance analysis by preparing detailed schedules that compare actual financial results or updated forecasts to prior periods and established expectations for sales, margin, SG&A, and other key metrics, clearlyidentifyingand explaining significant drivers and deviations.

• Takescomplex financials and turns them into insightful presentations for leadership.

• Prepares period, quarterly, and annual financial reports.

• Works in conjunction with corporate finance to prepare period-end closing activities including accruals, expense estimates, allocations, and journal entries.

• Maintains accounting controls to ensurethe accuracy, reliability, completeness, and proper recording of financial datain accordance withGAAP and other corporate policies.

• Performs duties consistent with the company’s AAP/EEO goals and policies.

• Performs other duties as required/assigned bymanager.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Strong experience in financial reporting, analysis, and consolidation within a global business environment 

• Demonstrated ability to balance FP&A responsibilities with technical and systems-based work 

• Advancedproficiencyin Excel; experience with SAP, financial planning systems, and reporting tools (e.g., Power BI)required

• Strong understanding of financial systems, data structures, and reporting processes 

• Proven ability toidentifyand implement process improvements and drive efficiency 

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with strong attention to detail 

• Effective communication skills, with the ability to present financial information to senior leaders 

• Ability tooperatein a fast-paced, cross-functional environment and manage competing priorities 

• High levelof integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field 

• Typically4–7+ years of progressive finance experience

• Experience supporting aglobal or brand-based business preferred

• CPA, MBA, or other advanced certifications are a plus

Working Conditions:

Normal office environment.

Wolverine Worldwide has a flexible, hybrid work schedule, with three days in office and two days remote.

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Wolverine World Wide, Inc. (NYSE: WWW) is a global footwear and apparel company driven by a vision to Make. Every Day. Better. Founded in 1883, the Company builds and grows iconic brands including Merrell®, Saucony®, Wolverine®, Sweaty Betty®, Chaco®, Hush Puppies®, Stride Rite®, HYTEST®, and Bates®, along with footwear licenses for Cat® and Harley-Davidson®. Headquartered in Rockford, Michigan, the Company’s products are sold in approximately 170 countries and territories worldwide. For more information, visit www.wolverineworldwide.com.

In 2025, the Company was recognized by Footwear News as Company of the Year, by Forbes as one of America’s Dream Employers, America’s Best Employers for Women, and America’s Best Employers for Company Culture, and by Inspiring Workplaces as one of the Most Inspiring Workplaces Globally.

Wolverine Worldwide is a Certified™ Great Place To Work®.