About the RoleIn this role, you will independently manage Athleta’s store expenses as well as support store reporting and performance analysis. You will be responsible for budgeting, forecasting, variance reporting and analysis of store operating expenses. In a highly visible capacity, you will effectively communicate results to Store Operations and the Field Leadership team to enhance and enable decision making. This role is critical to the success of our stores so we are looking for an individual who is extremely analytical and super attentive to detail, a strong relationship builder, and motivated to drive results.What You'll Do
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Effectively manage and analyze store payroll expenses for Athleta, including the development and communication of expense forecasts to store leadership and internal finance partners
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Partner with Store Operations and central business teams to develop the annual budget and long-range plans for store expenses, aligning with Athleta’s strategic priorities
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Prepare and present dynamic, data-driven updates to broader stores team, highlighting progress, showcasing enhancements, and communicating key milestones
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Engage cross-functional business leads to support and analyze various store related initiatives
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Identify key drivers of store operating expense variability and proactively develop recommendations to mitigate risks and capitalize on opportunities to enhance store productivity
Who You Are
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Ability to work within a lean team in a fast-paced environment that requires a strong work ethic, sense of urgency, flexibility, and commitment to deliver on deadlines
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Ability to articulate financial and accounting concepts to non-finance business partners in a clear and concise manner
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Strategic and analytical thinker that can navigate ambiguity, frame business issues from multiple perspectives and articulate complex situations in a simple way
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Strong technical mindset with proven ability to create, learn, and manage financial forecasts and reports
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Self-starter that anticipates problems, identifies opportunities, and provides creative solutions
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Team player with a positive attitude - open to cross-training and sharing team responsibilities
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to interface with and influence all levels of management
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Minimum of 4 years of experience in Finance or related fields, demonstrating increasing levels of responsibility
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Bachelor’s degree in finance or related field, MBA a plus
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Experience with a large high growth consumer company a plus
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eCommerce/Omnichannel or apparel experience a plus
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Knowledge of Oracle financial systems and Essbase/Hyperion is a plus
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What We Do
In 1969, Don and Doris Fisher opened the first Gap store on Ocean Avenue in San Francisco. They wanted to make it easier to find a great pair of jeans, and they did. Their denim and records store was a hit, and it grew to become one of the world’s most iconic brands. Today we’re represented in more than 1400 stores in over 40 countries, and online. We have headquarters in New York, London, Shanghai, Tokyo, and, of course, San Francisco. Our unique aesthetic is optimistic cool, elevated American style. Our clothes are crafted with care, with focused attention to thoughtful design. We believe in staying true to our heritage while creating what’s next. Don and Doris Fisher always wanted to “do more than sell clothes.” They wanted to support the people who ran their company, to be active in their communities, and to have a positive impact on the world. Their vision helped transform retail, and we’re still following their lead. We stand for freedom and possibility for all; we champion diverse ideas that transcend generations, geographies and genders.
