Senior Analyst, Finance (Franchise Forecasting)

About the Role

In this role, you will support Franchise Accounting and their overall Finance function for a large, multi-brand retailer in a fast-paced, complex environment. Gap Inc.'s headquarters Finance team provides financial support to various business units and the Executive Leadership teams. You will be responsible for providing guidance, data, and analysis to other areas within the extended franchise team. The teams are responsible for leading several key financial performance management activities for Gap Inc., including the annual budget / operating plan, long-range plan, and monthly forecast. Using these activities as a foundation, they provide the executive leaders and other relevant stakeholders with forward-looking financial projections, performance perspective, and foundations for optimal decision-making.

What You'll Do

• Prepare monthly financial reports to Gap Inc. management and ensuring reports are accurate and distributed in a timely manner
• Deliver financials for the company, whether related to financial close, internal or external reporting, or analysis for key stakeholders in Finance
• Assist in preparation of presentations that provide insightful analysis, identify required action items, and effectively frame decisions to be made
• Deliver accurate financial results, including comprehensive analysis of key expenses during the budget, forecast and close processes
• Provide financial support and analysis to key internal groups such as Corporate Controller's Group (CCG), Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) and Internal Audit.
• Identify and research variances to forecast, budget and prior year expenses, proactively identifying opportunities for improvement and collaborating with others on a solution
• Develop and maintain effective relationships with business partners and cross functional teams at all levels of the organization

Who You Are

• Comprehensive understanding of financial statements including balance sheets and general ledgers, Sarbanes Oxley compliance, and the entire financial close process
• High level of individual accountability and the ability to influence others while maintaining key relationships in the business
• High level of emotional intelligence and be able to work under strict deadlines
• Savvy in entire MS Office Suite; strong Excel and Access skills are needed to manage large amounts of data
• Anticipate operational/program issues and develops preventative measures