MBA Consultant, Finance

Job Title: MBA Consultant, Finance Location: Jericho, NY (On-site/4 days in office, 1 day remote) Compensation: $35–$45 per hour Position Overview 1-800-FLOWERS.COM, Inc., a leading provider of gourmet food and floral gifts and a family of iconic brands, is seeking a highly motivated MBA candidate or recent graduate to support a 10-week strategic project focused on financial analysis, business performance, and operational efficiency. This role will partner with finance leadership and cross-functional teams to evaluate financial performance, analyze business trends, and support strategic decision-making across the organization. The consultant will help identify opportunities to improve profitability, optimize spending, and enhance financial visibility through data-driven insights and modeling. This position is ideal for a current MBA student looking to gain hands-on consulting or corporate finance experience while contributing to a high-impact business initiative. Key Responsibilities Conduct research and analysis related to financial performance, budgeting, and business strategy Analyze financial data, trends, and KPIs to identify risks, opportunities, and operational insights Support forecasting, budgeting, and financial planning activities across business functions Build financial models to evaluate revenue growth, profitability, cost optimization, and investment opportunities Gather and synthesize quantitative and qualitative data to support strategic recommendations Develop executive-level presentations, reports, and financial summaries for leadership stakeholders Partner with cross-functional teams including finance, analytics, operations, and merchandising to validate findings and recommendations Identify opportunities to improve financial reporting processes, workflows, and operational efficiencies Assist with scenario planning, variance analysis, and business case development Support project planning, milestone tracking, and deliverable execution Present project findings and recommendations to leadership at the conclusion of the engagement Currently pursuing an MBA or other postgraduate business degree preferred; recent graduates encouraged to apply Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Experience with financial analysis, corporate finance, business strategy, or consulting projects Advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint Ability to translate complex financial information into clear insights and recommendations Strong communication and presentation skills Ability to work independently and manage priorities within a short-term project environment Preferred Prior experience in consulting, corporate finance, FP&A, investment analysis, or business analytics Exposure to budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, or profitability analysis Experience with dashboards, reporting tools, or data visualization platforms Experience working on academic consulting projects, internships, or strategic initiatives Deliverables Deliver a comprehensive analysis of financial performance, business trends, and operational opportunities Develop financial models and reporting enhancements to support strategic decision-making Provide recommendations focused on profitability improvement, cost optimization, and operational efficiency Present findings, insights, and strategic recommendations to leadership