What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Financial Planning & Analysis position at La Senza?
About Us
LaSenza International is a leading brand in women's lingerie and intimate apparel, dedicated to empowering women through quality products and an exceptional shopping experience. Our mission is to provide stylish, comfortable, and affordable lingerie that enhances every woman's confidence. We foster a collaborative and innovative culture where creativity thrives, and every team member contributes to our success.
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced and strategic Director of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) to lead our financial planning processes and provide insightful analysis to support decision-making. This role will be instrumental in driving financial performance, enhancing business insights, and fostering collaboration across departments.
Qualifications
LaSenza International is a leading brand in women's lingerie and intimate apparel, dedicated to empowering women through quality products and an exceptional shopping experience. Our mission is to provide stylish, comfortable, and affordable lingerie that enhances every woman's confidence. We foster a collaborative and innovative culture where creativity thrives, and every team member contributes to our success.
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced and strategic Director of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) to lead our financial planning processes and provide insightful analysis to support decision-making. This role will be instrumental in driving financial performance, enhancing business insights, and fostering collaboration across departments.
Qualifications
- Strategic, business-minded finance professional with the ability to analyze and interpret financial results to guide sound business decisions that support La Senza’s goals.
- Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to draw actionable insights from large data sets and make clear business recommendations.
- Skilled in partnering across functions to discuss financial plans and variances, align on targets, identify risks and opportunities, and evaluate business cases.
- Proven ability to drive process improvements across FP&A functions, including reporting, automation, and financial systems.
- Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to clearly articulate financial insights and recommendations to leadership and cross-functional teams.
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and adapt to a fast-paced environment.
- High attention to detail while maintaining accuracy under pressure.
- Experience managing and developing team members, including providing
- Energetic and hands-on leader with a strong sense of ownership and urgency; comfortable rolling up sleeves when needed.
- Operates with a growth mindset, open to new ideas and continuous improvement.
- Flexible, positive, and collaborative attitude with a passion for learning.
- Responsible for managing and analyzing key components of the company’s P&L, including but not limited to; sales, gross margin, store payroll, and occupancy costs.
- Lead the development of sales, margin, and store payroll budgets and forecasts, ensuring timely and accurate financial projections.
- Support the Real Estate organization in creating store pro-forma financials, monitoring capital spend, and analyzing the existing store portfolio.
- Partner closely with business leaders to drive financial performance and support strategic decision-making.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with departments including Merchandising, Planning, Stores, and Real Estate to deliver financial analysis and serve as a trusted advisor.
- Continuously enhance budgeting, forecasting, and reporting processes to improve accuracy and efficiency.
- Implement best practices and leverage technology to streamline financial operations.
- Lead special projects and financial initiatives to optimize business performance and operational effectiveness.
- Build and maintain financial and operational models to support forecasting and scenario planning.
- Partner with a team of finance professionals, fostering collaboration and professional growth across the accounting and finance function.
- Prepare and present weekly, monthly, and quarterly financial reports and analyses to leadership.
- Consolidate and interpret financial results, forecasts, and plans for review with senior leadership.
- Maintain strict confidentiality of all company and customer information.
- Perform other duties and projects as assigned.
- Strong understanding of corporate finance principles and solid accounting knowledge.
- 8–12 years of progressive experience in FP&A, ideally within the retail industry.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and financial modeling.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field (MBA preferred).
- Commitment to scheduled hours with flexibility to work additional hours as needed based on business priorities.