Analyst, Finance HQ
Jersey, NJ - USA
Department:
Job Summary
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assist with the financial planning forecasting reporting and month-end processes including month-end close actuals reporting annual close budget planning and latest estimates.
- Prepare data and initial analyses to support the monthly close review process and monthly reviews with HQ departments including Marketing PR Creative HR and other corporate functions with a focus on tracking accruals and compiling actuals analysis
- Collaborate with the Accounting team to ensure accuracy and integrity of data used in financial records and reported results.
- Assist in the monitoring and analysis of indirect purchasing activities and help ensure compliance with company purchasing policies and procedures.
- Help identify key operating metrics for each function and support the development of dashboards bridge reporting and analyses to monitor performance and identify cost efficiency opportunities.
- Participate in building collaborative and trusted working relationships across HQ departments and other functions within Fresh.
- Conduct ad hoc analyses both in response to management requests and proactively to assess business operations and support recommendations for actions and controls.
- Contribute to efforts to improve and simplify processes while helping identify risks and opportunities that may influence investment and spending decisions.
- Assist in identifying areas for process enhancement and support the implementation of practical solutions. .
What you will learn in the first 6 months:
- Gain a strong understanding of Freshs HQ cost structure central finance processes and monthly and quarterly reporting cycles.
- Learn the key financial drivers planning assumptions and operating metrics across HQ departments including Marketing PR Creative HR and other support functions.
- Build effective working relationships with Accounting HQ stakeholders and the broader Finance team.
- Develop familiarity with Freshs internal reporting tools planning processes and management reporting expectations.
What you will achieve in 12 months:
- Independently support core components of the month-end close forecasting and budgeting cycles for HQ and central finance activities with accuracy and timeliness.
- Become a reliable finance partner to HQ departments by providing clear analysis responsive support and consistent follow-through.
- Contribute to improvements in at least one reporting planning or monitoring process through simplification automation or enhanced analytical support.
- Deliver accurate and timely recurring reporting across monthly quarterly and annual finance cycles.
Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to remain in a stationary position on average of 7.5 hours/day.
- Light to moderate lifting may be required.
- While performing the duties of this job the employee may be regularly required to stand sit reach stoop kneel and operate a computer telephone and keyboard.
Qualifications :
PROFILE
You have:
- 14 years of experience in Finance FP&A accounting-related finance roles or business analysis preferably within a corporate consumer goods retail or multi-market environment.
- A strong ability and genuine interest in connecting financial performance to business performance and in translating analysis into clear conclusions risks opportunities and recommendations.
- The motivation to explore influence and help improve financial performance through thoughtful analysis and business partnership.
- Ability to communicate the story behind the numbers.
- Curiosity and critical thinking with the ability to look beyond reported results to understand the underlying business drivers such as campaign plans organizational changes and other operational factors.
- Experience supporting budgeting forecasting reporting and month-end close processes.
- Strong analytical skills attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- The ability to communicate financial information clearly to both finance and non-finance stakeholders.
- A collaborative mindset and willingness to work across functions.
- An interest in process improvement and continuous learning.
- You are highly proficient in Microsoft Excel including advanced formulas pivot tables and financial analysis.
- Experience with financial systems and reporting tools such as AX SAP Oracle Hyperion Anaplan Power BI or similar platforms is preferred.
- Familiarity with AI tools or emerging technologies is preferred with an interest in applying them to improve reporting analysis and process efficiency.
- Education requirements: Bachelors degree in Finance Accounting Economics or a related field.
Additional Information :
WHAT WE OFFER YOU
Training & Development and Culture
- Fresh and LVMH Sponsored Trainings and Workshops for Personal and Professional Development
- Opportunities for networking and building relationships with LVMH Community and Network
- Opportunities to join internal communities: DEIB Council Sustainability Champions LVMH Employee Resource Groups
Mental Health Support
- Free professional consultation referrals and counseling through the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Free 24/7 confidential mental health support
Paid Time Off and Flexibility
- Flexible paid time off policy inclusive of Summer Fridays
Fertility and Family Planning
- Fertility Services Maternity and Newborn Support Adoption and Surrogacy Assistance including cryopreservation when part of fertility treatment
- Paid Parental Leave (Inclusive of Maternity Paternity Adoption Surrogacy) at eligibility
- Travel & lodging for those who cant access care
- Back-up dependent Care and Tutoring
Fresh and LVMH Perks and Discounts
- Fresh In-Store Discounts and Gratis
- LVMH Group Friends and Family Sales across all divisions within LVMH: Wines and Spirits Watches and Jewelry Perfumes and Cosmetics Fashion and Leather Goods etc.
- Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits through Wage Works
- Additional Health Club Discounts Sporting/Entertainment Ticket Discounts Insurance Discounts (Pet renters home)
Health Care
- Medical dental and vision
Retirement and Additional Benefits
- 401k with Company Match Additional Employer Contribution at eligibility
Fresh provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race color religion religious creed national origin ancestry citizenship sex gender (including gender identity and expression) pregnancy age sexual orientation physical or mental disability medical condition genetic information sexual orientation marital status familial status veteran status or any other legally protected status under applicable federal state or local laws. We are committed to fostering a professional work environment free from discrimination and harassment including discrimination and harassment based on all protected categories.
The salary range for this role is $75000 - $95000 USD.
This role is based in Jersey City NJ.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
About Company
From 1946, people of the House of Parfums Christian Dior in France and around the world embody the spirit of excellence, creativity, and the unique savoir-faire of its creator, the couturier-perfumer Christian Dior. Revolutionizing the codes of French elegance and luxury with its perf ... View more