Senior Retail FP&A Analyst

at  New Balance

WHO WE ARE:

Since 1906, New Balance has empowered people through sport and craftsmanship to create positive change in communities around the world. We innovate fearlessly, guided by our core values and driven by the belief that conventions were meant to be challenged. We foster a culture in which every associate feels welcomed and respected, where leaders and creatives are inspired to shape the world of tomorrow by taking bold action today. At New Balance, We Got Now.

MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Produce weekly sales dashboard for EMEA retail.
• Produce month-end reporting and perform variance analysis against the budget /forecast, providing insightful commentary to management.
• Working closely with Merchandise and Planning teams to forecast sales, margin, and ASP for EMEA retail.
• Assisting in forecasting and budgeting across P&L, balance sheet, and CAPEX for EMEA retail.
• Working closely with the expansion team and performing financial modeling for new stores/renewals/refits/relocations.
• Produce management information and KPI analysis to business partners, delivering insights to drive both short-term results and strategic plans.
• Assist in the preparation of DTC (Direct to Consumer) Quarterly Business Review packs.
• Provide reporting to stakeholders in an insightful and actionable way.
• Work alongside the EMEA Finance team as necessary on new projects, systems implementation, systems improvement, regional reporting, and other ad hoc tasks.
• Drive vision and purpose; actively share information with team member(s) and communicate clearly about short-term and long-term business plans and related team goals.

REQUIREMENTS FOR SUCCESS:

• Relevant number of years of experience post-qualified (ACA / ACCA / CIMA / RA / AA or accounting equivalent).
• Master-level degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, Accounting, or similar is preferred.
• Experience within a similar role, involving extensive exposure to FP&A.
• Experience working within a similar Direct to Consumer (DTC) organisation is preferred.
• Proficient English language skills are required.
• Strong communication skills, able to develop and maintain strong relationships with colleagues at all levels.
• Highly organised and structured, with a strong ability to prioritise and manage tight deadlines.
• Motivated with a proactive mindset focused on continuous improvement of reporting.
• High degree of accuracy and eye for detail.
• Advanced Excel & PowerPoint skills.
• Curiosity and willingness to pick up new IT systems quickly.

Please refer the Job description for details