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Vuori · 6 hours ago

Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis - Retail

Carlsbad, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$127K/yr - $145K/yr

5+ years exp

Vuori is re-defining what athletic apparel looks like, and they are seeking a Manager of Financial Planning & Analysis for their retail division. This role involves managing financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and analysis to drive retail growth and profitability.

ApparelBrand MarketingE-CommerceFashionMarketingRetailSales

Responsibilities

Manage financial planning and forecasting for Vuori-owned retail stores, ensuring clear visibility into performance versus budget, forecast, and prior year

Lead the full forecast and budget cycle, overseeing key milestones and deliverables while providing ongoing financial guidance to channel and store leadership

Partner with retail leadership to build detailed revenue and expense forecasts, incorporating KPI drivers and identifying trends, risks, and opportunities

Prepare and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial and business results to senior management, highlighting variances, insights, and implications for rolling forecasts

Support the monthly accounting close by reviewing forecast variances and identifying required accruals or financial statement adjustments

Contribute to long-term strategic planning efforts to ensure alignment with company objectives

Collaborate cross-functionally to drive profitability and operational efficiency across the retail channel

Develop and maintain financial models to support strategic decisions and business planning

Partner with the Data & Analytics team to build KPI-driven dashboards and expand financial reporting through automation

Enhance and automate financial processes, models, and reporting; challenge existing assumptions and methodologies to drive continuous improvement

Develop pro forma financial statements and related metrics for real estate and capex investments, providing recommendations based on financial analysis and risk assessment

Build, develop, and lead a high-performing team, providing coaching, development opportunities, and fostering a culture of excellence and accountability

Qualification

Financial PlanningBudgetingForecastingFinancial AnalysisExcelMicrosoft Dynamics 365Retail ExperienceCommunication SkillsProblem-SolvingTeam LeadershipInterpersonal Skills

Required

Bachelor's degree or equivalent degree from an accredited university in accounting or finance

Minimum of 5+ years of progressive finance experience, preferably in retail, consumer goods or another inventory-related field

Proven track record of successfully managing financial operations and driving business results

Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial data, analyze trends, and develop actionable insights

Advanced analysis and Excel skills, and familiarity using and extracting data from various systems

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Excellent problem-solving skills and critical thinking with a natural curiosity to find the answer

Must be detail-oriented and organized, with the ability to maintain multiple versions of forecasts

Strong communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills are important, due to the need to work cross functionally across all levels of the organization

Flexible team player that enjoys hands-on responsibilities, with an ability to be proactive and self-starter

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities with a sense of urgency