Requisition ID: 933040
Store #: X00413 Central FP&A & Systems - DAL-C
Position: Full-Time
Total Rewards: Benefits/Incentive InformationGENERAL FUNCTION
Leads financial planning and analysis activities, serving as the subject matter expert for areas of responsibility with a thorough understanding of the key cost drivers, assumptions, accounting processes and variances. Evaluates and provides insight to brand/shared partners to resolve issues and drive change. Improves the accuracy and efficiency of the planning process.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES- Overall responsibility for development of financial plans, forecasts and estimates
- Develops key assumptions for strategic plan consistent with overall brand strategies
- Oversees and delivers plans, forecasts and estimates for areas of responsibility, tracking key assumptions, contingencies, etc
- Financial partner for cost center owners and brands, challenging assumptions where necessary to achieve target/objectives
- Leads coordination of monthly close and results analysis
- Detailed review of actual results against plan/forecast/estimate
- Partners with accounting and cost center owners to obtain variance and timing explanations
- Oversees and prepares monthly variance commentary and provide support for brand MBR presentations
- Participates in or leads special projects
- Partners with brand/shared teams to support business endeavors
- Drives process improvement (accuracy, efficiency, etc) for areas of responsibility
- Develops tomorrow's leaders
- Assess developmental opportunities for direct reports, providing constructive feedback on a regular basis
- Provides stretch assignments designed to help grow skills and prepare direct reports for future roles
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS- 8+ years of relevant experience
- Bachelor Degree in Finance or Accounting
- Demonstrated ability to critically assess and improve processes
- Proven experience delivering efficiencies and managing change
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to influence outcomes
- Exceptional analysis skills, curiosity to research issues and willingness to expand breadth of knowledge
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks
- Systems - advanced excel skills, experience with Business Objects, ERP systems (e.g., SAP) and Hyperion Essbase/Planning
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS- MBA
- Retail financial planning experience
This posting is for an existing vacancy within our business. Employee pay is determined by multiple factors, including geography, experience, qualifications, skills and local minimum wage requirements. In addition, you may also be offered a competitive bonus and/or commission plan, which complements a first-class total rewards package. Benefits may include health care, retirement savings, paid time off/vacation, and various employee discounts.
