The role involves preparing financial reports, providing analysis, managing large datasets, and supporting financial planning for Gap Inc. while ensuring compliance and accuracy.
About the RoleIn 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. You will be responsible for providing guidance, data, and analysis to other areas of Finance or the brands. 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, quarterly, or annual financial reports for Gap Inc. management and
ensure reports are accurate and distributed in a timely manner
• Provide ad hoc financial support and analysis to key internal groups such as Financial
Planning & Analysis (FP&A), Tax and Internal Audit
• Develop comprehensive analyses of key expenses during the LRP, budget, forecast and
close processes to aid decision-making
• Assist in preparation of presentations that provide insightful analysis, identify required
action items, and effectively frame decisions to be made
• Identify and research variances and underlying trends to forecast, budget and prior year
expenses, proactively identifying opportunities for improvement and collaborating with
others on a solution
• Understand and identify areas of opportunity or risk while comparing expenses amongst
brands and competitors
• Develop and maintain effective relationships with business partners and cross functional
teams at all levels of the organization
• Manage large data sets across multiple currencies, data sources, and/or systems to
ensure accuracy
• Execute, reconcile and maintain accurate records for allocated expenses between
functions and brands
Who You Are
• Comprehensive understanding of financial statements including balance sheets and
general ledgers, Sarbanes Oxley / GAAP compliance, and general retail operation;
apparel industry experience a plus
• Advanced comprehension of development or assessment of in-season and pre-season
forecasts
• High level of individual accountability and the ability to influence others while maintaining
key relationships in the business
• High level of emotional intelligence and ability to work in ambiguous environments
• Highly organized and able to adapt workload plans to the needs of the business
• Savvy in entire MS Office Suite with an advanced level of Excel skills and comfort
working with large amounts of data; Hyperion Essbase knowledge a plus
• Ability to create and enhance dynamic models to assess full P&L impact
• Demonstrated ability to synthesize large, complex sets of data into digestible summaries
• Proven ability to understand and implement new technology systems and retail
operational processes
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, or annual financial reports for Gap Inc. management and
ensure reports are accurate and distributed in a timely manner
• Provide ad hoc financial support and analysis to key internal groups such as Financial
Planning & Analysis (FP&A), Tax and Internal Audit
• Develop comprehensive analyses of key expenses during the LRP, budget, forecast and
close processes to aid decision-making
• Assist in preparation of presentations that provide insightful analysis, identify required
action items, and effectively frame decisions to be made
• Identify and research variances and underlying trends to forecast, budget and prior year
expenses, proactively identifying opportunities for improvement and collaborating with
others on a solution
• Understand and identify areas of opportunity or risk while comparing expenses amongst
brands and competitors
• Develop and maintain effective relationships with business partners and cross functional
teams at all levels of the organization
• Manage large data sets across multiple currencies, data sources, and/or systems to
ensure accuracy
• Execute, reconcile and maintain accurate records for allocated expenses between
functions and brands
• Comprehensive understanding of financial statements including balance sheets and
general ledgers, Sarbanes Oxley / GAAP compliance, and general retail operation;
apparel industry experience a plus
• Advanced comprehension of development or assessment of in-season and pre-season
forecasts
• High level of individual accountability and the ability to influence others while maintaining
key relationships in the business
• High level of emotional intelligence and ability to work in ambiguous environments
• Highly organized and able to adapt workload plans to the needs of the business
• Savvy in entire MS Office Suite with an advanced level of Excel skills and comfort
working with large amounts of data; Hyperion Essbase knowledge a plus
• Ability to create and enhance dynamic models to assess full P&L impact
• Demonstrated ability to synthesize large, complex sets of data into digestible summaries
• Proven ability to understand and implement new technology systems and retail
operational processes
• Anticipate and communicate operational/program issues and develop solutions for
preventative measures
• Exceptional written, verbal and illustrative communication skills
preventative measures
• Exceptional written, verbal and illustrative communication skills
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