Senior Manager, Strategy and FP&A

We are a lean, nimble, and highly adaptive team that works seamlessly and transparently with our Brands in order for them to take the spotlight.

We focus our efforts and talents to drive best practices, capture new opportunities, and accelerate performance across our portfolio of brands.

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We all play on the same team and value the insights and contributions that every member of our team makes daily.

The Senior Manager, Strategy and FP&A will own and drive financial planning and analysis activities with a core focus on our portfolio of next generation streetwear brands, led by Culture Kings and mnml.

This role is critical to ensuring financial health, operational efficiency, and growth by delivering insightful analysis, proactive decision support, and collaborative financial leadership.

You will be responsible for end-to-end financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting.

You will work closely with leaders in marketing, merchandising, operations, and other key departments to provide actionable insights, evaluate performance, and identify opportunities for optimization.

This is a critical role for a self-starter with a growth mindset, an entrepreneurial spirit, and a talent for translating complex data into clear, actionable strategies.

Responsibilities:

Financial Planning & Forecasting:

Own and manage long-term, annual, and quarterly financial planning processes for our streetwear brands, including our cash and operating forecasts

Lead the development and presentation of P&L projections, highlighting key assumptions and risks.

Performance Management:

Monitor key financial metrics and operational / marketing KPIs, ensuring they are tracked, understood, and actionable.

Build and maintain dashboards and reporting tools to deliver real-time visibility into financial and operational performance.

Lead weekly and monthly business reviews

Strategic Analysis:

Perform scenario analyses, cost-benefit evaluations, and deep dives into specific business challenges to uncover growth opportunities and improve operational efficiency.

Evaluate new initiatives, such as product launches, marketing initiatives, pricing strategies, market expansion, and M&A

Compare performance against key peers

Team & Process Leadership:

Mentor and guide junior team members and foster a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.

Drive process enhancements to improve efficiency, accuracy, and scalability in financial planning and reporting.

Innovation & Technology:

Stay abreast of financial tools, systems, and industry trends to leverage technology for enhanced performance and forecasting accuracy.

Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Economics, or a related field

6-8+ years of experience in FP&A, finance, or investment banking, preferably with direct-to-consumer or omni-channel consumer brands. Apparel industry experience is a strong plus.

Knowledge & Skills

Advanced Excel / financial modeling skills

Proficiency with software systems and applications such as NetSuite, Anaplan, Planful, Tableau, and PowerBI is highly desired

Strong analytical skills with a focus on financial modeling, forecasting, and data analysis tools

Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment

Strong organizational and leadership skills with ability effectively monitor project timelines and manage to key deadlines

Ability to thrive in a dynamic environment, adapting to changing priorities and business needs with a desire to continuously learn, expand, and improve

Full Time

Hybrid Role (in office 3 days week) Benefits of Working at a.k.a. Brands: Working with a best-in-class company, requires a best-in-class benefits and compensation offering. When taking on a role at a.k.a. Brands you will receive: > Competitive market-based compensation and financial incentives. > A full range of company-sponsored health and welfare benefits > A sector leading 401(k) retirement program that matches 100% of your contributions up 5% of your pay > Company Employee Stock Purchase Plan with a 15% discount > Generous discounts across our direct-to-consumer brands. > A time-off package that includes 35-days off per year > Learning, development, and stretch opportunities to help grow your career. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement a.k.a. Brands is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and welcoming workplace. To facilitate this, we actively promote a culture of inclusivity internally and encourage both those with non-traditional backgrounds and candidates that identity as part of a traditionally marginalized community to apply for opportunities with us and our portfolio of brands. Additionally, we routinely review our hiring practices and recruiting sources to eliminate both potential and actual bias in the hiring process. If you need assistance or accommodation during the hiring process due to a disability, please contact us at . Please note that we do not respond to application inquiries or resume submissions via this email address. CCPA Notice at Collection for California Employees and Applicants click here. #akaBrands #akaBrandsCareers #akaYourCareer Principals Only. No Agencies Please.