The Role
Lead Global FP&A for Marc Jacobs HQ, oversee forecasting, P&L, balance sheet and cash flow, manage budgeting and long-range planning, partner with accounting, report to stakeholders and Board, and manage a team focused on US Commercial and HQ expense control.
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OVERVIEW
Marc Jacobs International, powered by the creative genius of Marc Jacobs, seeks a Vice President, Finance to lead the Global Financial Planning & Analysis team based in its New York City (SoHo) headquarters. Marc Jacobs International designs and produces accessories, ready-to-wear, and footwear and distributes worldwide in wholesale and direct to consumer retail markets.
The position reports to the Chief Financial Officer and works closely with colleagues within the accounting and finance teams and business functions across the organization. This position will focus on forecasting, expense controlling, and general analysis of the global P&L, with particular focus on the US Commercial business and HQ departments. This exciting role is positioned within our global Marc Jacobs HQ and as such provides an opportunity for global impact, management, and organization. The position is competitively compensated with a full benefits package.
For over 40 years, Marc Jacobs has been a driving force in fashion with his philosophy: pioneering designs, an irreverent spirit, the everyday and the extraordinary. Today, the brand continues to make its Marc as rebellious, unpredictable, and original. Our work is founded on our core brand pillars: unexpected, utilitarian, urban, unisex, and unique. New York City in design and spirit, our teams thrive off relentless authenticity, an openness to standing out, and inclusivity for all.
RESPONSIBILITIES
The compensation for this position ranges from $200,000-$250,000 (annually). The rate of pay offered will be dependent upon candidate’s relevant skills and experience. Marc Jacobs uses the published salary range as a guideline to provide our employees with market competitive pay while allowing for flexibility to recognize and reward all levels of expertise, performance, and tenure.
Marc Jacobs in partnership with LVMH, offers a comprehensive and generous employee benefits package featuring medical, dental, and vision insurance, short and long-term disability coverage, employee discounts and perks, a 401k plan with employer match and automatic employee contributions.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
This job description is intended to cover the core accountabilities of the position and is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
EEO STATEMENT
Marc Jacobs International was founded on Marc’s vision of celebrating uniqueness and being Perfect as You Are. We are committed to building an equitable and inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, background, and experience – all essential to our spirit of innovation and creativity. In line with this commitment, we believe that the best candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background or may meet the qualifications in different ways.
Marc Jacobs International is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, national origin, religion, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
Marc Jacobs International, powered by the creative genius of Marc Jacobs, seeks a Vice President, Finance to lead the Global Financial Planning & Analysis team based in its New York City (SoHo) headquarters. Marc Jacobs International designs and produces accessories, ready-to-wear, and footwear and distributes worldwide in wholesale and direct to consumer retail markets.
The position reports to the Chief Financial Officer and works closely with colleagues within the accounting and finance teams and business functions across the organization. This position will focus on forecasting, expense controlling, and general analysis of the global P&L, with particular focus on the US Commercial business and HQ departments. This exciting role is positioned within our global Marc Jacobs HQ and as such provides an opportunity for global impact, management, and organization. The position is competitively compensated with a full benefits package.
For over 40 years, Marc Jacobs has been a driving force in fashion with his philosophy: pioneering designs, an irreverent spirit, the everyday and the extraordinary. Today, the brand continues to make its Marc as rebellious, unpredictable, and original. Our work is founded on our core brand pillars: unexpected, utilitarian, urban, unisex, and unique. New York City in design and spirit, our teams thrive off relentless authenticity, an openness to standing out, and inclusivity for all.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Building and managing financial forecast including P&L, balance sheet, and statement of cash flows; drive annual financial operating plan cycle including target setting, guideline creation, managing calendar and milestones
- Refining and aligning global sales reporting; work with key cross-functional stakeholders to develop and track KPIs
- Construction and oversight of long-range strategic planning model including close partnership with international regions and HQ departments
- Partnering with accounting team to ensure timely completion of month-end close and forecasting accuracy across all areas of the company
- Reporting monthly results to department leaders and be primary contact for analysis
- Creating and challenging Payroll and OpEx budgets for HQ departments / retail locations
- Preparation of materials for Board meetings and reporting to key stakeholders
- Performing other ad-hoc analyses to inform key decisions (such as global pricing, store locations, or potential capital expenditures)
- BS/Masters in Finance, Accounting, or other relevant field
- 10+ years experience in corporate finance, FP&A, or business controlling
- Highly skilled in active observation, root cause analysis and written/oral communication
- Experience managing a team; recruiting and developing junior talent for advancement
- Must have strong working knowledge of Excel and general understanding of commonly used systems: ERP, general ledger, business intelligence tools, consolidation tools
- Must be able to effectively communicate across all levels of the organization
- Must maintain integrity throughout work product balancing attention to detail with a connection to the big picture
- Fashion/retail industry experience preferred
- Be capable of building a network of individuals inside Marc Jacobs
- Possess a curious, inquisitive spirit and embrace continuous improvements
- Be a highly motivated self-starter with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to think independently and anticipate needs in an evolving environment
- Have the ability to maintain focus in a deadline-driven environment with ambiguous situations, and demonstrate strong skills in project management
The compensation for this position ranges from $200,000-$250,000 (annually). The rate of pay offered will be dependent upon candidate’s relevant skills and experience. Marc Jacobs uses the published salary range as a guideline to provide our employees with market competitive pay while allowing for flexibility to recognize and reward all levels of expertise, performance, and tenure.
Marc Jacobs in partnership with LVMH, offers a comprehensive and generous employee benefits package featuring medical, dental, and vision insurance, short and long-term disability coverage, employee discounts and perks, a 401k plan with employer match and automatic employee contributions.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
This job description is intended to cover the core accountabilities of the position and is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
EEO STATEMENT
Marc Jacobs International was founded on Marc’s vision of celebrating uniqueness and being Perfect as You Are. We are committed to building an equitable and inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, background, and experience – all essential to our spirit of innovation and creativity. In line with this commitment, we believe that the best candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background or may meet the qualifications in different ways.
Marc Jacobs International is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, national origin, religion, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
Skills Required
- BS/Masters in Finance, Accounting, or other relevant field
- 10+ years experience in corporate finance, FP&A, or business controlling
- Experience managing a team; recruiting and developing junior talent
- Strong working knowledge of Excel
- General understanding of ERP, general ledger, business intelligence tools, and consolidation tools
- Highly skilled in root cause analysis and written/oral communication
- Ability to effectively communicate across all levels of the organization
- Maintain integrity with attention to detail and strategic perspective
- Fashion/retail industry experience
Marc Jacobs Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Marc Jacobs and has not been reviewed or approved by Marc Jacobs.
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Healthcare Strength — Job postings consistently advertise comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage alongside company‑paid short‑ and long‑term disability. This breadth and employer‑funded protection are presented across current listings for eligible full‑time roles.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with employer match and, in some cases, automatic contributions is explicitly promoted. These features indicate meaningful employer participation beyond a basic plan.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Merchandise discounts are standard, with some roles also referencing access to discounts across the broader LVMH family. Deeper periodic discounts for retail associates are noted as an additional draw.
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Born in NYC in 1963, Marc Jacobs graduated from Parsons School of Design, where he was youngest designer ever to receive the CFDA's Perry Ellis Award for New Fashion Talent. In 1992, Jacobs showed his grunge collection for Perry Ellis. In April 1994, he successfully debuted his eponymous collection. Since then, he's spearheaded countless successful ready-to-wear, handbag, fragrance, cosmetics & book launches.
