The Financial Planning and Analysis Specialist is responsible for supporting the budget and forecasting processes of our EMEA business. Draws up the financial reporting and provides business/variance analysis aimed to support the periodical business performance review (store sales performance etc.) and operative decision process.

Client Details

A heritage-inspired footwear and apparel brand celebrated for its fusion of retro athletic style and modern design. Known for high-quality craftsmanship and distinctive silhouettes, it appeals to fashion-forward individuals seeking both comfort and statement pieces.

Description

The key responsibilities of this Financial Planning and Analysis Specialist role will be:

• Optimise the use of financial and business information, develop and prepare local management reports to support Business in decision making
• Perform the financial report analysis before monthly closing process finalised by local accounting team
• Analyze monthly/quarterly P&L, Profit Contribution, all kinds of reports and discuss the deviation from budget with relevant business managers; discuss / monitor action plans to overcome negative deviations
• Being the local planning Coordinator and responsible for local internal planning calendar (budget, forecast, mid-term financial plan)
• Support both local/OHQ business team during the planning process with tool support, reviewing and questioning planning result
• Frequent communication with business function to drive strategy forward and achieve target planned
• Periodic forecasting and concrete gap analysis compared to actual result to meet bottom line finalized
• Actively communicate with OHQ finance team for finance related work
• Support both local/OHQ business team with both daily/adhoc request to meet their needs for finance related work
• Addressing Special Issues such as Impairment, Leases, M&A and Provisions
• Ensures J-Sox internal controls are correctly and accurately executed
• Processing invoices and payments to ensure smooth cash flow, and analysing financial data to help manage budgets and suggest ways to reduce costs.
• Support any other tasks that maybe be necessary and requested

Profile

The successful Financial Planning and Analysis Specialist should have:

• 5+ years' experience in Finance/Accountancy and planning
• Experience in retail or fashion industry preferred
• Experience in SAP system is preferred
• Analytical and process oriented
• Good collaboration, interpersonal and communication skill
• Proven problem solving and time management skills with an ability to prioritize
• Self-confident to drive the result
• Teamwork and open-minded
• Intermediate MS-Excel skills

Job Offer

The successful Financial Planning and Analysis Specialist will receive:

• A competitive salary of up to £70,000 per annum
• Hybrid working pattern
• Fixed and discretionary b onus scheme
• Employee discount scheme
• Central London location