Manager – Finance

Overview

Support Center - Irving:
The Manager – Finance is responsible for overseeing the financial operations and strategies within the Michaels organization. This role involves financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, analysis, and reporting. The Manager – Finance will work closely with senior management to provide financial insights and support business decisions that drive profitability and growth.

• Financial Planning and Analysis: Develop and manage annual budgets and financial forecasts; conduct variance analysis to compare actual results to budget and forecast; prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for senior management.
• Financial Reporting: Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Cost Management: Monitor and control operational costs to enhance profitability; analyze cost structures and identify opportunities for cost savings; implement cost control measures and track their effectiveness.
• Business Partnering: Collaborate with department heads to provide financial insights and support; help develop financial models to support new business initiatives and investments.
• Team Leadership: Manage and mentor a team of finance professionals; foster a culture of continuous improvement and professional development; conduct performance evaluations and provide feedback.
• Other duties as assigned.

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience; preferred Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration; MBA or CPA preferred.

5–7 years of experience in financial management, preferably in the retail industry; strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting requirements; proven business partnering, compliance and risk management, team leadership and development.

• Proficiency in financial software and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
• Financial analysis and modeling.
• Budgeting and forecasting.
• Financial reporting.
• Cost management.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities.

Applicants in the U.S. must satisfy federal, state, and local legal requirements of the job.

Michaels is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are here for all Team Members and all customers to create, innovate and be better together. Michaels is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with this commitment, Michaels will assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations.