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.
Major Activities
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
Minimum Education
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
Minimum Special Certifications or Technical Skills
- Proficiency in financial software and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
- Financial analysis and modeling
- Budgeting and forecasting
- Financial reporting
- Cost management
Minimum Type of Experience the Job Requires
- Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in financial management, preferably in the retail industry.
- Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting requirements.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Business partnering
- Compliance and risk management
- Team leadership and development
- Proficiency in financial software and ERP systems
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Other
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities.
- Leadership experience with a proven ability to manage and develop a team.
Preferred Education
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration.
- MBA or CPA preferred.