Senior Analyst, Finance, SGO

About Gap

Our past is full of iconic moments - but our future is going to spark many more. Our brands - Gap, Banana Republic, Old Navy and Athleta - have dressed people from all walks of life and all kinds of families, all over the world, for every occasion for more than 50 years.

But we're more than the clothes that we make. We know that business can and should be a force for good, and it's why we work hard to make product that makes people feel good, inside and out. It's why we're committed to giving back to the communities where we live and work. If you're one of the super-talented who thrive on change, aren't afraid to take risks and love to make a difference, come grow with us.

About the Role

In this role, you will support the 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. Support financial activities related to the Strategic Growth Office (SGO), including non-standard procurement and movement of inventory, and liaison with the Control Team, the SGO leadership, and outside companies. This role also includes partnership with cross functional teams to understand the impact of the SGO activities, forecast, and close responsibilities.

What You'll Do

• Consults with the SGO business partners to ensure new business initiatives and the related data flow is received by all upstream and downstream systems; maintain a strong internal control environment. Support manual processes until long term automated solve is developed.
• Supports the fiscal closing process in accordance with GAAP. Maintain accurate inventory valuation, sales data, reconciliation activities for the apparel program.
• Prepare month-end journal entries, complex balance sheet reconciliations and comprehensive supporting schedules.
• Provides ad hoc analysis and presents conclusions and recommendations to senior management.

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 skills are needed to manage large amounts of data
• Anticipate operational/program issues and develops preventative measures
• Strong technical aptitude, including ability and desire to learn company systems and tools.
• Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting preferred.
• 5-7 years of financial and business analysis preferred.

Benefits at Gap

• Merchandise discount for our brands: 50% off regular-priced merchandise at Gap, 30% off at Gap Outlet, and the ability to purchase discounted merchandise during international travel at Banana Republic, Athleta, Intermix and Old Navy.
• Pension schemes available, depending on role.
• Market-leading private medical healthcare and well-being programme.*
• Voluntary medical cash plan open to all employees.
• Performance-related discretionary bonuses.*
• Access to our Employee Support Programme for overall well-being.

*For eligible employees

US Candidates - Non NYC
Please note that effective, June 30, 2022, Gap Inc. will no longer require any of its employees to wear face masks or require proof of COVID vaccination, unless required by local or state/provincial mandates or as part of Gap Inc's quarantine guidelines after being exposed to or testing positive for COVID. Therefore, please disregard any language in any job posting that refers to Gap Inc.'s face mask and proof of vaccination policy as said policy is no longer effective.

US Candidates - NYC
Beginning December 27, 2021 the City of New York requires all employees in the City who work on site to provide proof that they are fully vaccinated against COVID-19, unless an exemption from the vaccine requirement is approved due to an accommodation for a disability, a sincerely held religious belief or other legally protected basis (including status as a victim of domestic violence, stalking or sex offenses).