VP, Finance, TH Americas

About the Role

Act as a financial advisor and strategic business partner to the Americas TH senior management teams by providing insight and giving recommendations to enable and drive fact-based, optimal decision-making. Participate in the development of the business strategies and operations of the Americas TH business. Supervise and drive business planning and tracking to achieve financial targets as well as the brand’s strategy within PVH+ Plan. Responsible for oversight of all financial controls for Americas TH Business. Coordinate and streamline processes and procedures across Americas TH & Finance teams. Drive and support ad hoc projects as needed.

Responsibilities

• Overall Strategic, Operational and Tactical Planning, Steering & Tracking:
  • Develop and implement financial goals for TH Americas in line with PVH+ plan objectives.
  • Identify opportunities to maximize revenue and profitability through analysis of competitive landscape and business trends; make strategic recommendations for optimal future business growth.
  • Facilitate and optimize processes for strategic planning, target setting, estimate and brand profitability steering.
  • Drive, implement and enable a fact-based decision-making process by creating transparency on key performance indicators.
  • Manage business risk to protect the division’s assets; make recommendations for risk mitigation.
  • Drive, challenge and monitor expenses, challenging the status quo and providing periodic reports enabling Senior Management to make more agile resources allocation decisions.
  • Oversee preparation of real estate financial planning and analysis (including new stores, renewals, capex investments & exits).
  • Provide insights into WHS partner trade terms and make strategic recommendations to optimize future growth and profitability by channel.
  • Supervise preparation of summaries and forecasts for future business growth and general economic outlook.
  • Provide monthly reporting and communication with the Senior Management Group (including actual results, estimates and budget variances).
• Financial Reporting & Compliance:
  • Oversee preparation of month-end, quarter-end and year-end financial closings for Americas TH; operating expense planning and control; capital expenditure planning and control.
  • Develop, implement, and monitor policies and procedures to ensure accurate and timely recording and reporting of operating results.
  • Ensure the integrity of financial policies and financial statements.
  • Oversee and optimize processes for overall financial analysis, planning, control, and compliance.
  • Drive automation and efficiency in FP&A processes through dashboards and automated reports.
• Team Management:
  • Attract and retain a high-performing team; collaborate with HR partners to develop and execute retention and development strategies for existing and emerging talent.
  • Provide leadership for, and develop, a strong team; clarify business goals, responsibilities, and accountabilities.
  • Encourage and foster a culture of diversity & inclusion.
  • Provide training, mentorship and leadership to define standards, processes and procedures within own area of responsibility and also in the larger circle of concern within the finance and marketing departments.
• Budgetary Responsibilities:
  • Direct responsibility for development and oversight of departmental budgets and projections for all functions under remit.
• Decision Making:
  • Work closely with President TH Americas and CFO Americas in making strategic financial decisions.
  • Ensure all courses of action by the Finance team are in compliance with internal and external policies and regulations.
• Resourcefulness/Creativity:
  • Ensure Finance team meets internal and external deadlines.
  • Handle shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Generate value-added initiatives (strategic and tactical) to grow sales and earnings.
• Environment:
  • Occasional travel to Bridgewater, NJ.

Requirements

• 15+ years of financial management and accounting experience.
• Global financial experience required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Finance or Accounting required; MBA or CPA recommended.

Skills

• Proficiency to think and act strategically and develop operational and strategic plans.
• Ability to translate a strategic vision into operational improvements.
• Ability to operate cross-functionally and understanding of external business drivers.
• Ability to navigate in a matrix environment.
• Excellent analytical skills, managing large data quantities from multiple sources.
• Strong relationship building skills at all levels.
• Excellent communication skills for persuasion and influencing others both internally and externally.
• Business fluency in English (written and spoken).
• Ability to lead and develop talent.
• Ability to navigate change and bring others along.
• Proficiency in Microsoft package software programs, knowledge of SAP (general ledger and ERP), Oracle Essbase (financial reporting).

Pay

$200,000 - $245,000

Benefits

• Pay & Insurance: Competitive pay, bonus programs, best-in-class medical insurance, vision insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, disability insurance.
• 401(k): Above-market 401(k) contribution to help save for retirement.
• Flexible Workplace: Generous company-paid holidays, paid time off, hybrid working arrangements, volunteer opportunities, seasonal hours, and flexible work schedules.
• Wellbeing Support: Headspace membership, reimbursement for fitness memberships and/or digital meditation subscriptions, and the opportunity to earn up to $200 a year in rewards for exercising and participating in healthy activities.
• Care.com Services: Access to services for childcare, elder care, adoption preparation, pet care, plus reimbursement for backup care when regular plans fall through.
• Education Assistance: Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• Associate Discount: Discounts at company outlets and e-commerce sites.

This role is bonus eligible and equity eligible.