Sr Manager, Brand Finance - Talbots

Knitwell Group•Hingham, MA

13d•$150,000 - $160,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Manager, Finance serves as the primary finance leader supporting Talbots’ sales, margin, and inventory performance. Working closely with Company Planning, Merchandising, and senior leadership, this role provides financial insights, analysis, and recommendations for decisions involving sales forecasts, inventory investments, receipt planning, merchandise mix, and margin performance. As a liaison between Finance and Company Planning, the Senior Manager connects financial objectives with merchandise and inventory strategies and provides visibility into business performance, risks, and opportunities. The role also oversees broader Talbots P&L reporting and analysis and manages finance team members. This position is based at the Talbots corporate office in Hingham, Massachusetts, and works onsite at least four days per week. The target salary range is $150,000–$160,000. Applicants must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer without sponsorship.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
7–10+ years of progressive experience in Finance, FP&A, Merchandise Finance, Retail Planning Finance, or related analytical roles.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
Strong financial modeling skills and the ability to work independently and provide strategic recommendations.
Demonstrated strategic thinking and ability to connect financial insights to broader business objectives.
Strong attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and communication skills.
Ability to multitask while maintaining high-quality output.
Self-starter who works well independently and collaborates effectively across teams.
Must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States without sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

MBA or CPA.
Experience supporting sales, margin, inventory, merchandise planning, or retail operations.
Experience partnering with senior leaders and cross-functional business teams to support strategic decision-making.
Prior people leadership experience, including developing and managing direct reports.
Experience with Oracle, Hyperion, or similar financial systems.
Innovative mindset and interest in streamlining processes and improving workflow.

Responsibilities

Lead monthly, quarterly, annual, and long-range planning for sales, margin, and inventory, coordinating across Finance, Planning, and Merchandising.
Analyze sales, margin, inventory, and operational trends; identify risks and opportunities; and recommend actions to improve performance and profitability.
Provide financial perspectives and scenario analyses for decisions involving inventory investments, receipt planning, merchandise mix, margin performance, and other business initiatives.
Partner with cross-functional teams to monitor performance, challenge assumptions, and align financial objectives with operating plans.
Develop and maintain financial models, reporting tools, and performance metrics to improve visibility into business drivers and decision-making.
Prepare and deliver executive-level reporting and presentations communicating performance, trends, risks, opportunities, and recommended actions.
Oversee broader Talbots P&L reporting and analysis, including management of team members.
Improve forecasting, reporting, and planning processes to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and business insight.
Develop, mentor, and lead finance team members and foster cross-functional partnerships.

Benefits

Merchandise discount at select KnitWell Group brands, subject to each brand’s discount policies.
Individual development support and career mobility opportunities within the family of brands.
Local volunteer opportunities, annual donation and volunteer match for eligible nonprofit organizations, and philanthropic activities.
Medical insurance.
Dental insurance.
Vision insurance.
401(k).
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Paid time off.
Paid holidays.