Director, Financial Planning & Analysis

Levi Strauss & Co.•San Francisco, CA

4d•$200,000 - $245,400•Hybrid

About The Position

The Director, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) – US & Canada reports to the VP Finance, US & Canada and provides leadership, direction and support for the full breadth of commercial finance and FP&A responsibilities across the cluster. This includes US Bricks, US E-commerce, US Wholesale, Canada and Distribution, as well as the consolidated strategic business plan, annual financial plan, quarterly forecasts, reporting and performance management processes for the cluster. You will bring together sub-channel financial results into one clear US & Canada story, providing guidance on critical financial processes, and partnering with sub-channel finance leaders to interpret performance, risks and opportunities. This role is expected to provide strong financial challenge, connect financial outcomes to business drivers, and support leadership decisions with clear analysis and recommendations. You will also serve as an important liaison between US & Canada Finance and Global Commercial Finance.

Requirements

B.A. or B.S. in Business, Accounting, Finance, Industrial Engineering, Actuarial Science, Economics or a related field.
Minimum 12+ years of progressive financial planning and analysis, commercial finance, accounting or P&L management experience.
Experience in retail, apparel, consumer products or other complex commercial businesses, with a understanding of revenue, margin, SG&A and working capital drivers.
Experience leading finance teams through process, system or planning tool changes, with a focus on improving accuracy, efficiency and decision support.
Working knowledge of SAP and enterprise planning platforms.
You should have a desire and curiosity to learn the fundamentals of the business and demonstrate LS&Co. behaviors and our values.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and must not require current or future employment visa sponsorship.
Candidates with an existing H-1B visa that is eligible for transfer may be considered.

Nice To Haves

Certified Public Accountant designation or Master of Business Administration is a bonus.

Responsibilities

Provide decision support to US & Canada cluster leadership across all subchannels, influencing operating decisions through insightful financial and strategic analysis.
Act as a key finance and strategic partner for the US & Canada commercial organization, shaping decisions across merchandising, marketing, real estate, stores, digital, wholesale, e-commerce, Canada and supply chain.
Champion the use of AI, automation and modern analytical tools to simplify ways of working, reduce manual effort, improve financial insight, and help the organization make faster, better-informed decisions.
Prepare and consolidate weekly, monthly and quarterly financial results, using judgment to understand business flow, economic storylines and the key drivers of financial performance.
Monitor financial performance, providing commentary and analysis of business insights to support US & Canada leadership and Global Commercial Finance reporting.
Partner with subchannel finance leaders to review forecasts and plans, pressure-test assumptions, identify gaps and opportunities, and build a cohesive US & Canada financial story.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify, research and communicate variances to prior periods, budget and forecasts.
Prepare ad hoc financial analyses and executive-ready materials to support decision-making, including channel profitability, SG&A leverage, margin performance, investment choices, promotional trade-offs and capital allocation.
Manage the process and consolidation of quarterly forecasts, the Annual Financial Plan and the Strategic Business Plan for the cluster, including full P&L, balance sheet and capital planning requirements.
Provide business perspective and financial expertise to support scenario analysis and plans to grow the business, improve profitability and allocate resources across the cluster.
Lead the Monthly Business Review process, including expectations, reporting requirements, risks and opportunities, action items and other internal operating review materials.
Ensure integrity and consistency of financial models, reporting, definitions, databases and cluster-level financial submissions.
Work with executive leadership, Global Commercial Finance, Controllership, Human Resources and cross-functional partners on business reviews, planning processes and special projects.
Provide leadership, coaching, performance development and direction to direct reports and help raise analytical standards across the broader finance team.