Berkshire Hathaway

Manager, Finance - Brand Portfolio

Berkshire Hathaway$90K — $130K *
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Accounting and/or Finance degree, CPA or MBA preferred
  • 5-7 years experience in accounting/financial planning & analysis
  • Experience collaborating with key business partners
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel, Word, PowerPoint; SharePoint experience is a plus
  • Familiarity with SAP/BPC or similar financial systems

Responsibilities

  • Prepare timely and accurate financial plans and forecasts with realistic assumptions
  • Develop analyses on sales, gross margins, operating expenses, and investments
  • Analyze budget variances during month-end close in collaboration with Wholesale Accounting
  • Identify unusual trends and risks, and create action plans for mitigation
  • Support Finance leadership with ad-hoc analyses for business decisions and reviews
  • Conduct profitability reporting across various perspectives to highlight actionable issues
  • Monitor key performance indicators including sales, margins, and inventory

Benefits

  • 30% Associate Discount across Famous Footwear and Caleres brands
  • Comprehensive benefits starting from day one, including 401k and health benefits
  • Access to earned wages before payday
  • 24/7 confidential mental wellness support through CompPsych EAP
  • Relaxed dress code to promote authenticity and personal style
Full Job Description
Join our dynamic and thriving footwear company as a Manager, Finance - Brand Portfolio in New York City where you'll have the opportunity to make an impact and shape the future of our renowned brands. If you have a passion for fashion, eager to learn and have an eye for detail, this is the perfect role for you! As a member of our team, you'll be part of a company that values results, caring and learning.

What will you be doing?
  • Planning and forecasting: Prepare timely and accurate financial plans and forecasts that are appropriately supported by realistic and well-documented assumptions
  • Design relevant analysis: Develop analysis over sales, gross margins, controllable operating expenses and key investments (capital spending, inventory, etc.) and initiate appropriate communication and follow-up
  • Partner with Wholesale Accounting: Through month-end close process, analyze variances to budget and forecast and determine impact on future financial forecasts
  • Partner with business and Finance team: Identify and evaluate unusual results, trends, risks and opportunities for further action and develop action plans to mitigate unfavorable performance
  • Develop ad-hoc analysis: Support Finance leadership and key operational partners with ad-hoc analysis for use in business decision-making, business reviews, board and investor meetings, etc.
  • Profitability reporting and analysis: Develop analysis from multiple perspectives such as customer, channel, brand, product type, Account Executive, etc., and identify actionable issues for discussion with key stakeholders
  • Monitor key areas of performance: Actively review sales, margins, operating expenses, and inventory to assure optimal financial return and initiate action as needed


Perks you will enjoy!
  • Our Shoe Discounts: No matter your style, we've got your perfect fit covered with a 30% Associate Discount across Famous Footwear and Caleres brands
  • Benefits that Start Day One: To learn more details about our total rewards including 401k, health benefits and PTO, visit yourcaleres.com
  • Get Paid When You Want: Access your money as you earn it and request your earnings before payday
  • Mental Wellness: Your mental health is important to us, and we offer free, 24/7 confidential support and resources through CompPsych EAP for eligible associates
  • Relaxed Dress Code: At Caleres, we believe that the right shoes can take you anywhere, and your authentic self is always in style. Feel free to leave your professional attire in the back of your closet!


Qualifications that make you the perfect fit!
  • Accounting and/or Finance degree, CPA or MBA a plus
  • 5-7 years experience in accounting/financial planning & analysis
  • Ability to work with key business partners
  • Strong communication (written and verbal) skills
  • Microsoft Office, Excel, Word, PowerPoint (Sharepoint a plus)
  • SAP/BPC or strong experience with similar / related systems


Caleres is invested in our Associates. We regularly review our pay matrices and update appropriately based on need. Starting pay is determined by several factors, including relevant skills, qualifications, and experience. The actual pay will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Please visit yourcaleres.com to review all associated benefits.

Fraudulent Recruiting Disclaimer: Please beware of fraudulent recruiting. Legitimate Caleres, contacts will use [redacted].com email address. We do not request money, checks, equipment orders, or sensitive personal data during the recruitment process. If you have been asked for any of the above, or believe you have been contacted by someone posing as a Caleres employee, please refer to our fraudulent recruiting statement found here: https://www.caleres.com/careers/be-aware-of-recruiting-fraud

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Learn more about Berkshire Hathaway
Market Cap
$673.2 billion
Industry
Net Income
$42.5 billion
Founded
1839
Revenue
$245.5 billion
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