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Job Description
- Req#: R182815
Prepare monthly financial reports to Gap Inc. management and ensure reports are accurate and distributed in a timely manner
Deliver financials for the company, whether related to financial close, internal or external reporting, or analysis for key stakeholders in Finance
Assist in preparation of presentations that provide insightful analysis, identify required action items, and effectively frame decisions to be made
Deliver accurate financial results, including comprehensive analysis of key expenses during the budget, forecast and close processes
Provide financial support and analysis to key internal groups such as Corporate Real Estate, Store Development, Real Estate Finance, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) and Internal Audit
Identify and research variances to forecast, budget and prior year expenses, proactively identifying opportunities for improvement
Develop and maintain effective relationships with business partners and cross functional teams at all levels of the organization
Comprehensive understanding of financial statements including balance sheets and general ledgers, Sarbanes Oxley compliance, and the entire financial close process
High level of individual accountability and the ability to influence others while maintaining key relationships in the business
High level of emotional intelligence and be able to work under strict deadlines
Savvy in Excel and entire MS Office suite
Ability to assess relatively complex situations and analyze data to make judgments and recommend solutions
About the Role
In this role, you will support the overall Finance function for a large, multi-brand retailer in a fast-paced, complex environment. Gap Inc.’s headquarters Finance team provides financial support to various business units and the Executive Leadership teams. You will be responsible for providing guidance, data, and analysis to other areas of Finance or the brands. The teams are responsible for leading several key financial performance management activities for Gap Inc., including the annual budget / operating plan, long-range plan, and monthly forecast. Using these activities as a foundation, they provide the executive leaders and other relevant stakeholders with forward-looking financial projections, performance perspective, and foundations for optimal decision-making.What You'll Do
Who You Are
About the company
Gap Inc. is the largest specialty retailer in the United States, and is 3rd in total international locations, behind Inditex Group and H&M. As of September 2008, the company has approximately 135,000 employees and operates 3,727 stores worldwide, of which 2,406 are located in the U.S.