Ralph Lauren FP&A Manager

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Position Overview

The FP&A Manager is responsible for end-to-end financial support for the Outlet channel in EMEA. This position reports to the FP&A DTC Lead and works with key business partners and Senior Management to support the group's baseline financial operations, including responsibility for divisional budgeting/long‑range planning, monthly forecasting, and monthly financial close and reporting processes.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

  • Lead the overall forecasting, long‑range planning and budgeting, and reporting processes across the full P&L, including net revenue, gross profit and operating expenses for the Outlet channel.
  • Partner with divisional leads across planning, store operations, workforce management, real estate, and other cross‑functional accounting and FP&A teams to develop budgets, prepare supporting analyses and bridges.
  • Own all month‑end close processes, including accruals, re‑classes and variance analyses; ensure accuracy of accruals and other adjustments and communicate results to management in a clear and timely manner.
  • Track performance metrics and proactively analyse and assess business risks and opportunities to drive operational and financial performance and deliver against targets.
  • Review monthly expense results with functional department heads; act as the lead finance business partner for channels and establish a track record of clear communication and sound follow‑up.
  • Support decision making and provide guidance for new business initiatives and key investments for growth.
  • Establish and maintain strong business partnerships across divisional finance teams to promote teamwork and organisational alignment, including sharing best practices across divisions.
  • Anticipate needs of business partners and prioritise efforts to deliver results.
  • Support and prepare ad‑hoc analyses and special projects for Corporate and Senior leadership.

Experience, Skills & Knowledge

  • University degree in Finance/Accounting or equivalent.
  • Post‑qualification experience in Finance/Accounting; FP&A experience in a multinational or retail company preferred.
  • Strong communication and presentation skills (oral, written and formal) with the ability to develop professional relationships at varying levels of management.
  • Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and adapt to a changing, fast‑paced environment; detail oriented with strong organisational skills.
  • Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills; high degree of accuracy with a strong attention to detail.
  • Self‑motivated, pro‑active, with follow‑through and accountability for results.
  • Mandatory: advanced competency in Excel and other Microsoft applications.
  • Preferred: SAP, Insight and Hyperion Essbase.

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Company: Ralph Lauren
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Location: London
Job Description:

Position Overview

The FP&A Manager is responsible for end-to-end financial support for the Outlet channel in EMEA. This position reports to the FP&A DTC Lead and works with key business partners and Senior Management to support the group’s baseline financial operations, including responsibility for divisional budgeting/long‑range planning, monthly forecasting, and monthly financial close and reporting processes.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

  • Lead the overall forecasting, long‑range planning and budgeting, and reporting processes across the full P&L, including net revenue, gross profit and operating expenses for the Outlet channel.
  • Partner with divisional leads across planning, store operations, workforce management, real estate, and other cross‑functional accounting and FP&A teams to develop budgets, prepare supporting analyses and bridges.
  • Own all month‑end close processes, including accruals, re‑classes and variance analyses; ensure accuracy of accruals and other adjustments and communicate results to management in a clear and timely manner.
  • Track performance metrics and proactively analyse and assess business risks and opportunities to drive operational and financial performance and deliver against targets.
  • Review monthly expense results with functional department heads; act as the lead finance business partner for channels and establish a track record of clear communication and sound follow‑up.
  • Support decision making and provide guidance for new business initiatives and key investments for growth.
  • Establish and maintain strong business partnerships across divisional finance teams to promote teamwork and organisational alignment, including sharing best practices across divisions.
  • Anticipate needs of business partners and prioritise efforts to deliver results.
  • Support and prepare ad‑hoc analyses and special projects for Corporate and Senior leadership.

Experience, Skills & Knowledge

  • University degree in Finance/Accounting or equivalent.
  • Post‑qualification experience in Finance/Accounting; FP&A experience in a multinational or retail company preferred.
  • Strong communication and presentation skills (oral, written and formal) with the ability to develop professional relationships at varying levels of management.
  • Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and adapt to a changing, fast‑paced environment; detail oriented with strong organisational skills.
  • Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills; high degree of accuracy with a strong attention to detail.
  • Self‑motivated, pro‑active, with follow‑through and accountability for results.
  • Mandatory: advanced competency in Excel and other Microsoft applications.
  • Preferred: SAP, Insight and Hyperion Essbase.

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Posted: May 8th, 2026