Manager, Finance - Brand Portfolio

Caleres • New York, NY

22h • $95,169 - $118,961 • Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

• 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

Responsibilities

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

Benefits

• 30% Associate Discount across Famous Footwear and Caleres brands
• 401k
• health benefits
• PTO
• Access your money as you earn it and request your earnings before payday
• free, 24/7 confidential support and resources through CompPsych EAP for eligible associates
• Relaxed Dress Code

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager