Manager of Financial Planning & Reporting

Company Overview:

Our client is a chic, high-end, contemporary men’s and women’s fashion and accessories line that is worn by the modern trendsetter of today.  A favorite of high-profile fashion influencers and tastemakers alike, this brand is your destination for ultimate style and impeccable taste.

Position Overview:                                                                

In this temporary role you will be responsible for all aspects of Financial Planning and Reporting, including summarizing and interpreting financial data for the use of management.

Responsibilities:

• Develops, manages and prepares all company budgets by business unit, which shall include working with department managers in the preparation of budgets and forecasts.
• Develops, manages and prepares all company forecasts by business unit 
• Provides written analysis as required by Senior Management and the BOD related to trends seen in budgets and subsequent forecasts 
• Provides cash flow assessments, in order to properly assess liquidity 
• Prepares all financial statements by business unit, which compare actual month and YTD performance versus budget, forecast and prior year 
• Prepares written analysis of business unit performance, to address material differences between actual

Key Qualifications:

• 4 year degree in related field, CPA preferred, MBA a plus 
• 7+ years of experience in a Wholesale and Retail branded Apparel Company, as a Manager of Financial Planning and Reporting, or its equivalent. 
• Understanding of the proper financial budgeting, subsequent forecast development and financial analysis of reported results
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) 
• Proven leadership skills, with an appreciation of the importance of teamwork