Position Overview
This is an 18 month Fixed Term Contract
The key focus for the Senior Finance Analyst will be to provide reliable, accurate and timely management information to support business decision making.
Being responsible for key month end close processes, budgeting and forecasting and partnering the wider Finance team and business to provide analysis and insight. This position is an excellent opportunity to develop financial expertise and gain exposure across our business. This role supports our wholesale business within the wider Ralph Lauren Corporation.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Be the key finance contact for staff related and other business expenses, building strong relationships with key stakeholders across the EMEA business;
Financial Planning & Forecasting – support the development of annual budgets, long range plans, and on-going forecasts, collaborating closely with regional teams to gather inputs, challenge assumptions and improve forecast accuracy with a special focus on employee costs and other SG&A expenses. Assist in translating business initiatives into financial outcomes aligning with company goals.
Monthly business review processes – support month end close working alongside the broader Finance team. Ensuring accuracy and completeness, providing commentary on performance, and identifying risks and opportunities. Communicating performance to Finance leadership and our regional teams
Financial stewardship – Gatekeeper for approvals relating to employee costs such as new roles, promotions and other contractual changes. Ownership of financial models and stewardship to understand the business requirements and to ensure budgetary control.
Financial analysis & insights – Provide analytical support on ad hoc strategic and operational initiatives supporting both Finance and regional leaders.
Continuous improvement – Champion improvements in processes, tools, and analysis
Experience, Skills & Knowledge
Professional qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent)
Experience in FP&A or related finance roles
Experience working in a fast-paced business environment is desirable.
Analytical excellence – Strong analytical skills with a keen eye for detail
Communication – Can present information clearly to both finance and non-finance stakeholders.
Collaboration – Team orientated, can build relationships across functions.
Initiative-taking and curious – Self-motivated and forward thinking
This is a hybrid working role with a minimum of two days a week in our Watford office (two days a week in our London office throughout June-26 due to Watford office relocation)