POSITION OVERVIEW
We are seeking an experienced finance professional to support Ralph Lauren's Corporate FP+A functions including Global Impact (Sustainability & Citizenship) and Communications, Brand Image, and Integrated Business Planning through financial planning and analysis. This role will be primarily based in our New York office with an in-office requirement of 3 days a week.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Strategic Financial Support
• Partner with business leaders to provide financial insights and analysis
• Support decision-making through detailed financial analysis and recommendations
Monthly P&L Analysis and Reporting (direct controlled cost centers)
• Execute month-end close process and prepare variance analyses
• Develop and maintain financial models for forecasting
• Partner with functional teams to gather inputs for monthly reporting
• Prepare regular financial reports and analyses for leadership review
Quarterly P&L Analysis and Reporting
• Quarterly to prepare and present to leadership consolidated functional reporting to combine directly and indirectly (Regional) controlled cost centers
• As needed provide inputs into indirect/Regional forecast process to ensure global accuracy of actuals and forecast.
• Prepare regular financial reports and analyses for leadership review
Annual Planning Support
• Assist in developing annual financial plans and budgets
• Conduct operational analyses including sustainability metrics tracking
• Support benchmark analysis and financial goal setting
Process Improvement
• Identify opportunities for process enhancement
• Ensure compliance with corporate financial policies
• Support development of standardized reporting tools
Team Collaboration
• May lead small team or project workstreams
• Mentor junior team members
• Partner effectively across functions
EXPERIENCE, SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
• 5-7 years of progressive experience in FP&A
• Strong analytical and financial modeling skills
• Experience in retail/apparel industry preferred
• Knowledge of sustainability initiatives a plus
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel
• Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
