Marketing Finance Manager

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Job description

'Express is a modern, versatile, dual-gender apparel and accessories brand that helps people get dressed for every day and any occasion. Launched in 1980 with the idea that style, quality and value should all be found in one place, Express has always been a brand of the now, offering some of the most important and enduring fashion trends. Express aims to create confidence and inspire self-expression through a design and merchandising view that brings forward the best of now for real-life versatility.'

In 2020, we launched a bold new strategy called the EXPRESSway Forward and our transformation is well underway. If you're interested in the world of fashion retail and are ready to make your mark and cultivate your career, reach out and let's talk.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Manager Marketing Finance is primarily responsible for managing budgeting and forecasting of all marketing expenses for the company. Additionally, the manager leads the accounting of the marketing expenses including reviewing journal entries and balance sheet accounts. The manager works closely with the marketing and finance teams to support the ExpressWay Forward strategy to X-ccelerate Sales and Profitability.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage the annual budgeting and monthly forecasting processes for all marketing expenses and loyalty program expenses
• Identify risks and opportunities to marketing expenses to help proactively manage expectations and help drive investment decisions
• Review all marketing accounting journal entries and balance sheet accounts
• Support the marketing team as needed on financial requests related to the budget, forecasts, and accounting
• Train and develop direct reports

REQURIED EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting
• 5+ years of experience in budgeting, accounting, and financial analysis with 1+ years of manager experience

CRITICAL SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES

• Excellent analytical and quantitative abilities
• Proven leadership skills with ability to build a powerful team
• Strong organizational, prioritization, and time management skills
• Emphasis on timeliness / accuracy / content of work flow
• Ability to build cross-functional partnerships
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

As an equal opportunity employer, Express does not discriminate in hiring or terms and conditions of employment on the basis of any federal, state, or locally protected class. Express only hires individuals authorized for employment in the United States.

Notification to Agencies: Please note that Express does not accept unsolicited resumes or calls from third-party recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Master Service Agreement and approval from HR to submit resumes for a specific requisition, Express will not consider or approve payment to any third-parties for hires made.