Analyst, HQ Costs & Reporting

TAPESTRY; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global fashion company seeks a Financial Analyst to support the planning and reporting of HQ costs in London. The role will include monthly reporting, budgeting, and collaboration with various teams. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's in Finance or related fields and be proficient in financial reporting and Microsoft Excel. This position offers hybrid working and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Hybrid working option

Flex Fridays

Paid Volunteering Day

Learning & Development opportunities

Regular Social Events

Equity Inclusion & Diversity initiatives

25 days holiday

Annual Incentive Plan

Multi brand discount

Private Healthcare

Gym discount

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in financial reporting, budgeting, and month-end close activities.
• Intellectual curiosity with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Strong analytical skills to derive insights from data.

Responsibilities

• Deliver monthly and quarterly financial reporting and insights for senior management.
• Collaborate during month-end close to ensure alignment with policies.
• Lead budgeting and planning processes for various expenses.

Skills

Financial reporting

Budgeting

Analytical skills

Microsoft Excel

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics

Job description

We believe that difference sparks brilliance, so we welcome people and ideas from everywhere to join us in stretching what's possible.

At Tapestry, being true to yourself is core to who we are. When each of us brings our individuality to our collective ambition, our creativity is unleashed. This global house of brands - Coach & Kate Spade New York - was built by unconventional entrepreneurs and unexpected solutions, so when we say we believe in dreams, we mean we believe in making them happen. We're always on a journey to becoming our best, but you can count on this: Here, your voice is valued, your ambitions are supported, and your work is recognized.

Primary Purpose

Reporting to the Senior FP&A Manager for Costs & Reporting, the Analyst is responsible for planning and reporting HQ costs for Tapestry Europe.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the Senior FP&A Manager to deliver monthly and quarterly financial reporting, including insightful commentary for senior management and ad-hoc analysis to support timely decision-making
• Collaborate with budget owners during month-end close, ensuring alignment with accounting timelines and policies. Present accrual analysis, prepare journal entries, resolve discrepancies, and implement controls to monitor expenses and identify cost-saving opportunities
• Own the budgeting and planning processes for Tapestry Europe's Marketing, Visual Merchandising (VM), Depreciation, and Travel & Entertainment (T&E) expenses
• Lead monthly cost review meetings with key stakeholders to analyse and explain variances against plan
• Enhance budget tracking and reporting efficiency through system improvements and thoughtful process design
• Foster strong cross-functional relationships across Financial Control, Marketing, VM and Store Construction teams to ensure alignment and collaboration
• Embrace a growth mindset, continuously seeking opportunities to expand financial knowledge and apply new concepts to drive business value

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a closely related discipline
• Hands-on experience in financial reporting, budgeting and month-end close activities
• Intellectual curiosity and a proactive, solutions-focused approach, with the ability to work independently and creatively navigate challenges
• Strong analytical skills with the proven ability to interpret data and translate insights into actionable decisions
• Advanced organizational and time management skills, with a track record of successfully managing multiple priorities in dynamic, fast-paced environments
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel at an intermediate to advanced level
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the confidence to influence stakeholders and foster alignment across teams
• A collaborative team player who contributes positively to group dynamics and shared goals
• Entrepreneurial drive, with examples of self-starter projects in professional or extracurricular contexts

Benefits

• Hybrid working (3 days working from the office, 2 days remote)
• Option to finish early on a Friday (Flex Fridays)
• 1 Paid Volunteering Day per year and opportunities to volunteer with global projects
• Learning & Development opportunities
• Internal mobility & career progression
• Regular Social Events - Seasonal & Cultural
• Equity Inclusion & Diversity initiatives which include employee resource groups & regional inclusion council

Other Benefits

• 25 days holiday in addition to bank holidays
• Annual Incentive Plan (company performance bonus)
• Multi brand discount up to 50% off Coach & Kate Spade New York
• Private Healthcare with health assessment (Bupa)
• Bupa rewards - Financial wellbeing support and wellness discounts
• Free 24/7 support for family building, fertility and menopause with Maven
• Private Dental Cover
• Eyecare vouchers
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employer Pension Contribution
• Gym discount
• Interest free season ticket loan
• Cycle to work scheme