Financial Analyst, FP&A

Brobston Group LLC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Brobston Group LLC, based in New York City, seeks an FP&A Analyst to provide financial analysis, reporting, and forecasting for a portfolio of luxury fashion brands. The role supports monthly close, variance analysis, dashboards, and executive presentations while partnering with Finance Directors.

The ideal candidate has a finance degree with 3+ years in controlling or financial analysis, strong Excel and PowerPoint skills, and experience with SAP or Cegid.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in finance.
• 3+ years of controlling or financial analysis experience, preferably in luxury retail.
• Advanced Excel skills and strong proficiency in PowerPoint; experience with ERP systems (SAP, Cegid) preferred.
• Strong analytical, organizational, verbal, and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the monthly closing process and ensure completeness and reliability of financial data for assigned brands
• Perform monthly performance reviews and variance analysis versus budget and forecast, including trend and profitability analysis
• Develop monthly dashboard reporting across sales, gross margin, inventory, and operating expenses
• Prepare monthly forecasts, budgets, reforecasts, and strategic plans in collaboration with operational teams
• Produce department and store cost monitoring reports with MTD and YTD analysis and proposed action plans
• Create ad-hoc analyses such as investment analysis, competitive benchmarking, and cross-brand comparisons
• Support executive-level presentations and contribute to continuous improvement of FP&A processes and templates

Skills

Advanced Excel

PowerPoint

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance

Tools

SAP

Cegid

Job description

Overview

The FP&A Analyst based in New York City provides financial analysis, reporting, and forecasting for a portfolio of luxury fashion brands. This role supports monthly close, variance analysis, dashboarding, and executive-level presentations while partnering with operational and finance stakeholders. The analyst works closely with the Finance Director and CFO to standardize processes and deliver insights that inform budgeting and planning.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the monthly closing process and ensure completeness and reliability of financial data for assigned brands
• Perform monthly performance reviews and variance analysis versus budget and forecast, including trend and profitability analysis
• Develop monthly dashboard reporting across sales, gross margin, inventory, and operating expenses
• Prepare monthly forecasts, budgets, reforecasts, and strategic plans in collaboration with operational teams
• Produce department and store cost monitoring reports with MTD and YTD analysis and proposed action plans
• Create ad-hoc analyses such as investment analysis, competitive benchmarking, and cross-brand comparisons
• Support executive-level presentations and contribute to continuous improvement of FP&A processes and templates

Qualifications

• Bachelor\'s degree in finance
• 3+ years of controlling or financial analysis experience, preferably in luxury retail
• Advanced Excel skills and strong proficiency in PowerPoint; experience with ERP systems (SAP, Cegid) preferred
• Strong analytical, organizational, verbal, and written communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently and in teams, and operate in a fast-paced, matrixed environment