Financial Planning & Analysis Analyst

Financial Planning & Analysis Analyst Ralph Lauren - 3.8 Nutley, NJ Job Details Full-time $62,000 - $95,931 a year 7 hours ago Qualifications Bachelor's degree Accounting and finance experience Full Job Description Ref#: W176953

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$62,000 - $95,931 annually; actual pay is dependent on experience and geographic location Company Description Ralph Lauren Corporation (

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RL) is a global leader in the design, marketing and distribution of premium lifestyle products in five categories: apparel, accessories, home, fragrances, and hospitality. For more than 50 years, Ralph Lauren's reputation and distinctive image have been consistently developed across an expanding number of products, brands and international markets. The Company's brand names, which include Ralph Lauren, Ralph Lauren Collection, Ralph Lauren Purple Label, Polo Ralph Lauren, Double RL, Lauren Ralph Lauren, Polo Ralph Lauren Children, Chaps, among others, constitute one of the world's most widely recognized families of consumer brands. At Ralph Lauren, we unite and inspire the communities within our company as well as those in which we serve by amplifying voices and perspectives to create a culture of belonging, ensuring inclusion, and fairness for all. We foster a culture of inclusion through: Talent, Education & Communication, Employee Groups and Celebration. Position Overview This FP&A Analyst will serve as a key finance partner to Ralph Lauren's Creative and Production Departments, supporting Corporate FP&A initiatives through comprehensive financial planning and analysis. The role is located in our New York office and follows a hybrid work model with two to three days in the office per week. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Build and maintain financial models to support forecasting and planning activities Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Creative and Production to collect data inputs for monthly financial reporting Create executive-level financial reports and variance analysis for senior leadership review Contribute to cost and forecasting processes, ensuring alignment and accuracy across actuals and projections Lead the development of annual operating plans and budget cycles in partnership with business stakeholders Conduct competitive benchmark analysis and establish financial performance targets Proactively identify and implement process improvements to enhance forecasting accuracy and reporting efficiency Maintain compliance with corporate financial policies, procedures, and internal controls Drive the creation and adoption of standardized financial reporting tools and templates Execute ad-hoc financial analyses and support strategic projects as business needs arise Experience, Skills, and Knowledge Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related business field required Minimum 2 years of progressive FP&A experience in corporate or similar environments Advanced financial modeling and analytical capabilities with keen attention to detail • Advanced competency in Excel and other Microsoft applications, experience with SAP/MicroStrategy, Hyperion/Essbase a plus • Experience in retail/apparel industry preferred Outstanding communication and presentation abilities for all organizational levels Proven relationship-building skills across cross-functional teams Self-starter with intellectual curiosity and continuous improvement mindset