Position Overview
The Analyst will be responsible for managing the day to day financial reporting for the Americas, including US, Canadian Retail, DM/Ecommerce, and Business Sales. This role will be responsible for the development of the budget and revisions for the Americas, with a focus on store and occupancy cost. The Sr. Analyst will lead the development of the Americas Capital Plan.
The Analyst must be able to think strategically while also being hands-on in overseeing the day-to-day execution of the agreed upon strategy with a focus on clients, people, and brand desirability. They will be open and approachable and will work with both the central team and the local teams in a transparent, united and mutually supportive manner. They must model and champion our core belief; People Make the Difference and our values; Be Creative & Innovative, Deliver Excellence and Cultivate an Entrepreneurial Spirit.”
Key Accountabilities
Americas Budget and Analysis
- Work with Americas Management, Corporate Financial Planning and other divisions to develop the annual budget, monthly and quarterly business reviews, forecasts and strategic business plans.
- Provide on-going monitoring of the operating performance for the Americas, highlighting any issues / opportunities and providing recommendations to Americas Management.
Capital Planning
- Lead the development of the annual Americas Capital Plan
- Maintain accurate reporting for the Americas region, partner with functional teams to consolidate up-to-date capital spend forecast.
- Lead monthly review meetings with functional teams to review project spend.
Americas Reporting and Analysis
- Prepare Americas reporting packages which includes the P&L, expense variances and the forecast.
- Participate in monthly variations process and Northern America P&L review, with a focus in store expenses and occupancy cost.
- Partner with Northern America accounting to ensure accuracy of P&L.
- Provide financial data and presentation assistance for Executive committee and Americas leadership meetings.
- Lead monthly meetings to review store performance with store heads.
Other Responsibilities
- Act as financial systems subject matter expert - Oversight of financial reporting systems and liaison to supporting IT teams. Work with BO and GFG groups to implement new reports, automate existing reports, and troubleshoot reporting errors
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
- College degree
- 3+ years of business experience
- Strong computer skills in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Powerpoint)
- Knowledge of and experience with multi-dimensional database or other computer-based planning system
- Strong analytical skills
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Ability to interact effectively with management
- Strong diplomacy skills and the ability to resolve conflict in a professional manner
- Sound decision making skills
- Self-motivation with a strong drive for achievement
- Ability to prioritize and work in a highly dynamic, fast paced and team-oriented environment
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree
- Retail or consumer goods background
- Knowledge of Business Objects and other Tiffany systems
The hiring range for this position ranges from $63,420 - $ 117,780 Annually. The rate of pay offered will be dependent upon candidates’ relevant skills and experience.
