FP&A Manager

The FP&A Manager is responsible for end to end financial support for the Outlet channel in EMEA.  This position reports to the FP&A DTC Lead and will work together with key business partners and Senior Management to support the group’s baseline financial operations including responsibility for divisional budgeting/long range planning, monthly forecasting, and monthly financial close and reporting processes.

·         Lead the overall forecasting, long range planning/budgeting, and reporting processes across the full P&L including net revenue/gross profit and operating expenses across Outlet channel.

·         Partner with divisional leads across planning, store operations, workforce management, real estate and other cross functional accounting and FP&A teams to develop budgets, and prepare supporting analyses and bridges

·         Own all month end close processes including accruals/re-classes and variance analyses; ensure accuracy of accruals and other adjustments and communicate results to management in a clear and timely manner

·         Track performance metrics and proactively analyze and assess business risks and opportunities to drive operational and financial performance and deliver against targets.

·         Review monthly expense results with functional department heads; act as the lead finance business partner for channels and establish a track record of clear communication and sound follow-up

·         Support decision making and provide guidance for new business initiatives and key investments for growth

·         Establish and maintain strong business partnerships across divisional finance teams to promote teamwork and organizational alignment including sharing best practices across divisions

·         Anticipate needs of business partners and prioritize efforts to deliver results

·         Support and prepare ad hoc analyses and special projects for Corporate and Senior leadership

·         University Degree in Finance/Accounting or working equivelant

·        Post qualification experience in Finance/Accounting; FP&A in a multinational or retail company preferred

·         Strong communication and presentation skills (oral, written, and formal) with the ability to develop professional relationships with varying levels of management

·         Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and adapt to a changing, fast paced environment; detail oriented with strong organization skills

·         Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills; high degree of accuracy with a strong attention to detail

·         Self-motivated/pro-active, follow through with responsibilities and be accountable for results

·         Mandatory: Advanced competency in Excel and other Microsoft applications

·         Preferred: SAP, Insight, and Hyperion Essbase