Senior Analyst, Finance

Serving the needs of all families with young children, Carter’s Inc. is the largest North American apparel retailer exclusively for babies and young children, encompassing Carter’s, OshKosh B’gosh, Skip*Hop and Little Planet brands. Meaningful work, constant learning, genuine people, and a community guided by core values that promote inclusion and innovation is in everything we do. There are many reasons to build your career at Carter's.

HOW YOU’LL MAKE AN IMPACT:

The Senior Financial Analyst, Retail FP&A provides financial reporting, forecasting, and analytical support for the North America Retail business, with a primary focus on U.S. Stores and U.S. and Canada store payroll planning. This role partners closely with cross-functional partners (Store Operations, Human Resources, Real Estate, ect.) and the Retail FP&A team to plan and optimize spend across the U.S. and Canadian retail fleet. This role reports to the Manager, FP&A, and is based in our Buckhead office.

70%: U.S. Stores and U.S. and CA Store Payroll Planning

• Support the preparation of the annual U.S. Stores payroll budget across all U.S. Stores, ensuring accuracy and alignment with operational needs

• Research and explain forecast variances on a monthly / quarterly cadence

• Deliver quarterly and long-range planning forecast updates incorporating opportunities, risks, and emerging business trends

• Assist in the preparation of the annual U.S. Stores budget with cross-functional business partners

• Provide day-to-day financial support for cross-functional business partners

30%: Retail FP&A Deliverables and Support

• Prepare materials for key meetings (weekly Retail LT meetings, Monthly Business Review meetings, Leadership Team meetings, Earnings Preparation, Board of Directors meetings, etc.)

• Conduct financial ad hoc analysis to support tactical and strategic decision making

• Identify opportunities within existing Retail FP&A processes; propose and lead improvement efforts

WE’D LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU IF:

M ust have:

• 3-5 years general business, accounting / FP&A with experience in accounting and finance principles

• Bachelor’s degree

• Familiarity with accounting concepts and ability to analyze financial statements

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Preferred skills and experience:

• Strong communication and presentation skills

• Strong analytical skills

• Ability to create ad-hoc reporting and to work with large volumes of data

• Driven and able to balance multiple priorities

• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships across all levels of the organization

• Energetic self-starter who thrives in situations with ambiguity

• Ability to synthesize and communicate results clearly and effectively

• Excellent team player who works well in a collaborative environment

MAKE A CAREER AT CARTER’S:

• Career Development: Success starts from within, and we have several paths from which you can choose to enhance your career evolution. From Carter’s University to Toastmasters to mentorship programs and more, we encourage you to utilize these tools to elevate your professional prowess.

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The duties described may be changed or reassigned at the discretion of management, and the employee may be required to perform duties that are not listed in the job description.

Carters is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.