Financial Analyst - Corporate

Knit Well Group, a specialty retail operating company, comprises some of the most iconic brands in America – Ann Taylor, Chico's, Haven Well Within, Lane Bryant, LOFT, Soma, Talbots, White House Black Market. Individually, our brands are unique and strong. Together, we are powerful. Our common thread is our commitment to create exceptional products, provide memorable experiences, and achieve superior results.

Our associates are innovators who thrive through collaboration and are dedicated to excellence. At the heart of it all are the customers we serve. We are dedicated to creating fashion that not only looks good but also makes our customers feel good.

About the role:

This position will assist in financial expense and capital planning for Knit Well Corporate Departmental spend. Responsibilities include budgeting and forecasting, monthly reporting and variance analysis. The financial analyst is expected to develop an understanding of the business and assist with analysis to identify business trends and support key operating initiatives.

• Assist in the execution of the annual budget process (capital and expense) and ongoing monthly forecast update process
• Assist in the preparation of key monthly reporting of both financial and operating metrics to support business partners and Finance; understand variances to expectation
• Assist in the monthly close process, including capital forecast updates and presentation preparation
• Work with key business partners to review, forecast, and analyze spend
• Maintain and analyze key financial and operational metrics to understand and evaluate business trend
• Identify expense savings opportunities and/or profit improvement ideas
• Prepare ad-hoc analyses and participate in other finance projects as needed

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting or related field; 0-3 years progressive finance or public accounting experience
• Proficiency with MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Advanced Excel skills, including experience with pivot tables, filtering & data management formulas.
• Experience with Oracle, SAP and Hyperion preferred but not required
• Financial modeling experience preferred
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Data and detail oriented with a high degree of accuracy
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to organize and manage commitments and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, dynamic retail environment
• Ability to balance multiple priorities and adjust quickly to changing circumstances

• You will be eligible to receive a merchandise discount at select Knit Well Group brands, subject to each brand’s discount policies.
• Support for your individual development plus opportunities for career mobility within our family of brands.
• A culture of giving back – local volunteer opportunities, annual donation and volunteer match to eligible nonprofit organizations, and philanthropic activities to support our communities.
• Medical, dental, vision insurance & 401(K).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Time off – paid time off & holidays.
• The target salary range for this role is: $60,000 – 65,000
• Any job offer will consider factors such your qualifications, relevant experience, and skills.
• Eligibility of certain benefits and associate programs are subject to employment type and role.

This position works in a hybrid model, with a minimum of 3 required days worked in the Talbots office location in Hingham, MA and 2 days remote, as defined by business needs. Applicants to this position must be authorized to work for any employer in the US without sponsorship. We are not providing sponsorship for this position. Corporate Office-Talbots-Hingham, MA 02043

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