Kirkland's
Director Financial Planning & Analysis
Kirkland's, Brentwood, Tennessee, United States, 37027
OverviewThe Director of Financial Planning and Analysis will lead the FP&A department. This position is responsible for budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling and analysis, as well as supporting business partners across all functions and driving good decision-making through sound financial judgment.
ResponsibilitiesBudgeting
Develop the long range plan in partnership with the CFO, helping to establish goals for the business and to identify and quantify the initiatives to achieve them
Lead an efficient annual budgeting process for both the P&L and capital expenditures
Provide support to functional department teams in providing financial data required for budget preparation
Refine process for monthly sales and payroll budgeting by store
Forecasting
Lead financial forecast process to maximize financial performance
Maintain forecast model (B/S, P&L, Cash Flow), and model scenarios as appropriate to give management perspective on performance gaps to plan, financial implications of trends, and levels of risk
Adjust capital and expense forecasts as needed based on trends and feedback from functional department heads
Strategic Analysis
Lead in-depth financial, variance, and trend analysis for key business drivers and metrics; Interpret results and articulate actionable recommendations that maximize profitability
Work with Project Management team to assess ROI for suggested projects and help monitor actual versus budgeted spend
Assist Real Estate team with creation of pro formas for potential new stores and store concepts
Complete lease versus buy analyses to ensure appropriate financial decisions
Provide cost/benefit analysis of various financial elements of potential new initiatives
Financial Reporting
Maintain and continuously improve the financial and KPI reporting structure of the business to support decisions and to provide senior leaders visibility into financial and business trends, risks and opportunities
Effectively manage information flows from multiple systems, and partner with management and IS to develop streamlined financial reporting and analytics
Manage the Company's monthly financial variance process, including quarterly cross-departmental review meetings
Prepare presentations, scorecards and dashboards in support of board meetings, senior leadership meetings and various meetings within the Company
Operational Support
Provide support to all functional departments in preparing ad hoc financial analysis and assist with cost reduction initiatives
Communicate with departments regarding financial information and establish strong relationships with departmental peers
Investor Relations
Assist the CFO with creation of investor presentation materials that accurately project the growth opportunity of the Company
Provide support to the CFO and CEO in preparation of quarterly Earnings Release
Management/Leadership
Manage FP&A team members and drive productivity and continuous process improvement in the finance function to deliver greater efficiency and effectiveness
Provide financial leadership, P&L management, and strategic support for business
Champions and demonstrates a commitment to Kirkland’s Values
Qualifications
Bachelors or higher degree in Accounting or Finance, MBA or CPA preferred
Minimum 10 years of finance and accounting experience
Preferred 5+ years’ experience in retail environment
Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
Expertise in Excel, financial modeling, scenario/sensitivity analysis, ROI and NPV analyses
Ability to develop strong cross-functional business partnerships and to lead and influence others outside of direct reporting lines
A sharp eye for evaluating existing processes and identifying gaps and areas for improvement, as well as the ability to develop and implement new processes
Ability to communicate effectively at all levels and articulate ideas, analysis results, and actionable recommendations
Demonstrated success leading a high-performing team and consistently producing results that exceed expectations
Strong knowledge of finance and accounting principles
Excellent project management skills and attention to detail. Able to juggle multiple tasks in a fast-moving environment and re-prioritize with ease
Superior professionalism, discretion, and judgment
Lawson experience a plus
Ability to sit at a computer for extended periods of time
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ResponsibilitiesBudgeting
Develop the long range plan in partnership with the CFO, helping to establish goals for the business and to identify and quantify the initiatives to achieve them
Lead an efficient annual budgeting process for both the P&L and capital expenditures
Provide support to functional department teams in providing financial data required for budget preparation
Refine process for monthly sales and payroll budgeting by store
Forecasting
Lead financial forecast process to maximize financial performance
Maintain forecast model (B/S, P&L, Cash Flow), and model scenarios as appropriate to give management perspective on performance gaps to plan, financial implications of trends, and levels of risk
Adjust capital and expense forecasts as needed based on trends and feedback from functional department heads
Strategic Analysis
Lead in-depth financial, variance, and trend analysis for key business drivers and metrics; Interpret results and articulate actionable recommendations that maximize profitability
Work with Project Management team to assess ROI for suggested projects and help monitor actual versus budgeted spend
Assist Real Estate team with creation of pro formas for potential new stores and store concepts
Complete lease versus buy analyses to ensure appropriate financial decisions
Provide cost/benefit analysis of various financial elements of potential new initiatives
Financial Reporting
Maintain and continuously improve the financial and KPI reporting structure of the business to support decisions and to provide senior leaders visibility into financial and business trends, risks and opportunities
Effectively manage information flows from multiple systems, and partner with management and IS to develop streamlined financial reporting and analytics
Manage the Company's monthly financial variance process, including quarterly cross-departmental review meetings
Prepare presentations, scorecards and dashboards in support of board meetings, senior leadership meetings and various meetings within the Company
Operational Support
Provide support to all functional departments in preparing ad hoc financial analysis and assist with cost reduction initiatives
Communicate with departments regarding financial information and establish strong relationships with departmental peers
Investor Relations
Assist the CFO with creation of investor presentation materials that accurately project the growth opportunity of the Company
Provide support to the CFO and CEO in preparation of quarterly Earnings Release
Management/Leadership
Manage FP&A team members and drive productivity and continuous process improvement in the finance function to deliver greater efficiency and effectiveness
Provide financial leadership, P&L management, and strategic support for business
Champions and demonstrates a commitment to Kirkland’s Values
Qualifications
Bachelors or higher degree in Accounting or Finance, MBA or CPA preferred
Minimum 10 years of finance and accounting experience
Preferred 5+ years’ experience in retail environment
Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
Expertise in Excel, financial modeling, scenario/sensitivity analysis, ROI and NPV analyses
Ability to develop strong cross-functional business partnerships and to lead and influence others outside of direct reporting lines
A sharp eye for evaluating existing processes and identifying gaps and areas for improvement, as well as the ability to develop and implement new processes
Ability to communicate effectively at all levels and articulate ideas, analysis results, and actionable recommendations
Demonstrated success leading a high-performing team and consistently producing results that exceed expectations
Strong knowledge of finance and accounting principles
Excellent project management skills and attention to detail. Able to juggle multiple tasks in a fast-moving environment and re-prioritize with ease
Superior professionalism, discretion, and judgment
Lawson experience a plus
Ability to sit at a computer for extended periods of time
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