Senior Financial Analyst, Marketing

About the position

This position will be responsible for managing the brand's Marketing budget, a key area of focus for Gap. The position will partner directly with the Finance and Marketing organizations (PR, Social Media, Print Production, Photography, and Digital Media) and will report to the Senior Manager of FP&A.

Responsibilities

• In partnership with the brand business partners, develop the monthly forecast, annual budget, and long-range plan for Gap Marketing Divisional expenses
• Identify and research monthly and quarterly variances to budget and forecast, proactively identifying opportunities for improvement
• Perform monthly and quarterly close responsibilities, including preparing and uploading journal entries for marketing accruals, prepaids, reclasses, and preparing close/forecast slides
• Assist in preparing executive presentations for budget and forecast that provide insightful analysis, identify required action items and opportunity to support leadership in making informed business decisions
• Develop and maintain effective relationships with both associated finance business partners and cross-functional teams
• Maximize the use of Anaplan, Essbase, and Oracle Financials in forecasting/budgeting process
• Provide ad hoc analytical support/special projects as needed
• Act as liaison between Finance and Marketing teams using factual/solution based approach

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting
• Minimum 4 Years Finance/Accounting experience
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Detail oriented with strong organizational skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills with proven ability to develop and maintain effective business partner relationships at all levels of the organization
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize assignments, and adapt to a changing, fast paced environment
• Strong sense of accountability and ownership
• Strong proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint
• Experience with Essbase/Oracle (experience with Allocadia particularly desirable)
• Experience with Anaplan desirable

Benefits

• Merchandise discount for our brands: 50% off regular-priced merchandise at Old Navy, Gap, Banana Republic and Athleta, and 30% off at Outlet for all employees.
• One of the most competitive Paid Time Off plans in the industry.
• Employees can take up to five 'on the clock' hours each month to volunteer at a charity of their choice.
• Extensive 401(k) plan with company matching for contributions up to four percent of an employee's base pay.
• Employee stock purchase plan.
• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance.