Michael Kors FP&A Manager, Wholesale
Michael Kors — NY Metro Area: FP&A Manager, Wholesale. Lead forecasting, budgeting and earnings analysis across North American wholesale channels.
Overview
Michael Kors is an American luxury fashion house known for accessible designer ready-to-wear, handbags, footwear and accessories. The brand operates globally across retail, wholesale and licensing channels and is part of Capri Holdings, a multi-brand luxury group. As an employer it emphasises commercial creativity, cross-border collaboration and mobility across its portfolio of fashion labels.
Role & Responsibilities
- Oversee monthly forecasting, annual budgeting and month-end close for US wholesale divisions.
- Analyze sales, margin and operating expense trends for the Wholesale division and identify drivers of performance.
- Consolidate US and Canadian wholesale reporting to produce a comprehensive North America wholesale view.
- Manage financial oversight of Global Production, Design and Merchandising expenses.
- Partner with the divisional president and cross-functional stakeholders to prepare financial presentations for the CEO and senior executives.
- Compile and review wholesale financials and disclosures in preparation for quarterly earnings releases.
- Perform ad hoc scenario analysis and special projects to inform strategic decisions for wholesale leadership.
- Manage and mentor one Financial Analyst, including delegation, review and development.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
- Minimum seven years of progressive finance or FP&A experience in a fast-paced, analytical role.
- Proven leadership and ability to build strong internal partnerships across functions.
- Demonstrated flexibility and effectiveness in evolving, high-pressure environments.
- Track record of identifying process improvements and driving efficiency.
- Advanced quantitative aptitude with strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
- Project management capability from concept through to execution.
Skills
Experience
At least 7 years of finance or FP&A experience, preferably within retail or consumer goods and ideally within a public company. Experience leading forecasting, budgeting and month-end processes, preparing executive-level presentations and mentoring junior analysts is required. Background in licensing accounting, earnings-preparation and multi-market consolidation is a strong plus.
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
Workplace
The role is situated in New York, New York, USA. There are currently 498 open positions in New York on Cerulean, with 19 added recently. Within New York, Cerulean currently features 610 open roles, including 21 recent additions. Across USA, Cerulean lists 2.262 open roles — 71 of them newly added.
Benefits
Generous Paid Time Off & Holiday Calendar; Summer Fridays; Internal Mobility Across Brands; Cross-brand Discount; Exclusive Employee Sales; Fav 5 Cards (MK Discount for friends and family); 401k Match; Paid Parental Leave; Thrive Wellness Program; Commuter Benefits; Gym Discounts
Culture
Michael Kors offers a design-led, commercially driven culture that values speed, creativity and global collaboration. The environment is fast-paced and cross-functional, with opportunities for internal mobility across brands within the Capri Holdings group.
About Cerulean
Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.