Senior Analyst, FP&A Reporting

About the job

The Senior Financial Analyst will serve as a key member of the corporate financial planning and analysis team with high visibility to senior leadership. The primary responsibilities are to support the Senior Manager, Finance, and all members of the Corporate FP&A team in the development and analysis of the annual budget, strategic plan, and monthly forecasts, and provide reporting and analysis of monthly operating results for global VF. In order to succeed, this individual will utilize both relationship building and strong analytical skill-sets to maintain current reporting and analytics, as well as develop new metrics as needed to support the Board of Directors reviews and other Investor relations.

The company‘s corporate financial planning and analysis group serves as the critical support partner for the executive leadership team (e.g. CEO, COO, CFO). The team is responsible for the development and/or analysis of all strategic, financial, and operational aspects of the company’s brands and businesses that span the globe.

Join the VF Family

We are one of the world’s largest apparel, footwear and accessories companies connecting people to the lifestyles, activities and experiences they cherish through our family of iconic outdoor, active and workwear brands. At the heart of our journey lies our company-wide purpose: We power movements of sustainable and active lifestyles for the betterment of people and our planet. This is our purpose. It’s the reason we come to work every day. It’s a commitment shared by all of our global associates across brands. Our purpose unites us and leads us to pursue our goals, together. This is our calling.

We believe that when you discover the difference between a career and a calling, you get so much more out of life. When those lines begin to blur, you start to limit yourself much less and start aiming for more. That’s what we want for everyone who joins us at VF. And frankly, that’s what it takes to thrive here.

Here you can do the best work of your life. We are purpose led and performance driven, people-focused and supportive. Most importantly, we believe that everyone should be empowered to be their authentic self and we power an internal movement of inclusion and belonging. Our teams are built on a global mindset, sparked by sharp minds of diverse individuals and reflects the global consumers we serve.

Bring your energy and fresh perspective, contribute to our movement and build your future with us.

How you will make a difference:

What you will do:

• Manage Corporate FP&A reporting and analysis with accountability for data accuracy, identification of risks and opportunities, and ownership of schedule definitions. Partner with Corporate Reporting and the BPC Administrator to ensure adjustments necessary for reporting are captured appropriately in the BPC reporting system.
• Prepare monthly journal entries for Corporate-related accounts and create the corresponding forecast utilizing information gathered from tax, treasury, Corporate FP&A, industry trends, foreign exchange rates, etc.
• Create, modify and distribute monthly reporting results in support of Corporate FP&A and the CFO. Ensure alignment with Corporate Reporting.
• Participate in monthly financial reviews and annual Assumption reviews with each of VF’s operating units and evaluate performance.
• Maintain and modify standard reporting from BPC monthly (previously MPC).
• Aggregate and analyze weekly flash reports across Brands and Coalitions for a snapshot of revenue, inventory, Strategic accounts and Direct to Consumer channels throughout the month.
• Build and develop the company’s annual and strategic plan along with the management teams of VF’s more than 30 brands across the globe. Incorporate key business and strategic initiatives, economic and industry trends, understand foreign exchange and tax implications, analyze the competitive set, and drive top quartile returns to shareholders.
• Support the Corporate FP&A team with key strategic initiatives and ad hoc requests through data gathering, analytics and putting together a business case for review by Senior Management.

Skills for Success:

• Years of Related Professional Experience: 3+
• BA/BS in Business, Finance, or other related discipline, and a minimum of 3 years of related professional experience.
• Fortune 500 publicly traded company experience in a matrix organization strongly preferred.
• MBA or CPA preferred.
• Financial and performance analysis experience & strong financial skills required
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Project Planning
• Strong financial modeling skills, especially income statement and cash flow analysis
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
• Outstanding PC skills in Microsoft environment, including spreadsheet, database, word processing and presentation capabilities
• Ability to work closely with the Finance and Operations staffs while driving a results-oriented culture and an atmosphere of accountability
• Ability to handle multiple tasks in a dynamic environment & to be a team player
• Highly organized & achievement-oriented
• Self-starter, able to handle multiple demands & competing priorities
• Detail-oriented with exceptional analytical skills
• Ability to effectively present findings to management in a clear and concise manner

Free To Be,Inclusion & Diversity

As a purpose-led, performance driven company, we strive to foster a culture of belonging based on respect, connection, openness and authenticity. We are committed to building and maintaining a workplace that celebrates the diversity of our associates, allowing them to bring their authentic selves to work every day.

We just have one question. Are you in?

COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement

Unless prohibited by applicable law, this position requires proof of being fully vaccinated for COVID-19 on the first day of employment, absent need for medical or religious accommodation or other exemption as allowed by state or local law. Further information will be provided during the recruitment process.