VP Financial Planning & Analysis

David's Bridal•King of Prussia, PA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

VP FP&A is a newly created role which is meant to be the right hand to the CFO. The ideal candidate is already doing the job or doing the job and have not been given the title yet. Strong FP&A background, proven promotion/advancement, MUST BE HANDS ON and an expert modeler. You are an expert modeler, skilled dot connector and storyteller, and have a passion for understanding how all parts of the business work and having opinions based on data and personal business acumen The VP will be in HQ one week per month during closing. At David’s Bridal, we empower our customers and our employees to stay true to their dreams and find the one, whether that means the wedding dress that matches her personal style—or the career that’s a perfect fit. We’re looking for leaders with diverse backgrounds and fresh ideas to help create a uniquely personal retail experience. Join a company that dominates the products in their category – 1 out of 3 being sold by them and taking care of them with one of the highest customer service scores in retail! We Make Dreams Happen! General Summary: The VP, Financial Planning & Analysis oversees the global financial planning and analysis function for all channels and countries of operation. The incumbent will partner with Sr. Management inclusive of senior leaders across Sales, Marketing, Merchandising, and Operations to develop financial forecasting scenarios to determine strategies to achieve financial return objectives. Additionally, the incumbent provides analyses of performance verses operating budgets/prior year and presents overall financial results, using this information to drive future decisions. This role provides an opportunity to leverage advanced financial planning and analysis skills to act as a critical contributor within a highly motivated and skilled senior team.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or Finance, required
Minimum 10 years of relevant combined work experience within FP&A functions at companies with international operations
Proven M&A, systems and process integration experience
Experience providing critical input to the CFO and other members of senior management regarding the financial performance of the company, including recommendations for action
Experience developing, implementing and maintaining short, mid, and long-term planning and forecasting models
Proven track record of preparing a reporting package that includes full financial statements, comprehensive Key Performance indicator (KPI) reporting, operational dashboard reporting analysis of key business trends, actual versus budget variances and comprehensive executive level explanations of differences
Experience providing financial modeling, financial analysis and valuation support to Business Development for acquisitions, new product development, and long-term contracts
A history of driving an efficient, effective and comprehensive process for developing financial plans and budgets that link to key corporate objectives, ensuring that all budgets and forecasts are accurate, comprehensive, and completed on time.
A history of success and progression in management
One on one experience with senior leaders
Understanding of P&L reporting fundamentals
Understanding of budgeting/forecasting practices and financial reporting fundamentals
Strong computer skills including MS Office programs Outlook, Word , Excel, and PowerPoint
Superior PowerPoint and storytelling skills
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills combined with the ability to find creative solutions
Strong management and well-developed leadership skills including the ability to mentor develop, and motivate individuals
Advanced interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively work cross-functionally, with a variety of shareholders at multiple levels
Strong attention to detail along with organizational, written and verbal communication skills
Energy and drive to thrive in a fast-paced , high pressure environment
High level of integrity and principles that embrace transparency
Ability to keep teams on track and consistently meet and exceed deadlines
Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality
Ability to communicate promptly and accurately via computer, telephone or similar device with or without assistive technology
Ability to perform sedentary work

Nice To Haves

MBA in Finance, preferred
CPA, preferred

Responsibilities

Leads interactions with Executive Leadership team to provide insightful, timely and accurate updates and recommendations around:
Ongoing financial performance, trends, and KPIs
Financial plans and projections
Predictive Analytics
Strategic projects and financial investments
Ad hoc business analytics
Oversees all budget planning processes inclusive of monthly outlook and review process.
Understands business objectives, creates analysis and tools to identify issues, provide recommendations for improvement and drives decisions to optimize results.
Enhances internal processes and systems
Delivers key data and financial metrics to Sr. Management to drive short and long-term business decisions to sustain and/or augment competitive advantage.
Spearheads various processes and provides financial modeling and forecasting.
Oversees the FP&A brand assignments across the Financial Planning team to facilitate efficient department operations and ensures accuracy of all consolidated data.
Delivers technical expertise to identify, analyze, and provide recommendations to complex accounting and business issues.
Provides direction, guidance, support and training to all members of the Financial Planning team.
Oversees the Real Estate department.
Acts as a backup to all members of the Financial Planning team.
Contributes to the continuous improvement of the overall performance of the Financial Planning team.