About us

Talbots is a leading omni-channel specialty retailer of women's clothing, shoes and accessories. Established in 1947, we are known for modern classic style that's both timeless and timely, fine quality craftsmanship and gracious service. At Talbots relationships are the key to our business, we hire individuals who bring new ideas to the table, understand smart risk taking and can enhance an already thriving culture. With a commitment to offer modern classic style for every body type, through a full range of sizes, inclusive to every woman in your life.

Finance Manager - FP&A

About the role

This role serves as a key leader within the Finance organization supporting financial planning, forecasting, and performance management across multiple areas of the business. This role partners closely with cross-functional teams to deliver insights, improve financial outcomes, and support strategic decision-making. The position requires strong analytical capabilities, strategic thinking, and the ability to translate financial data into actionable recommendations

The impact you can have

• Lead the budgeting, monthly forecasting, and reporting processes for key P&L line items, including sales and margin, store payroll, and operational expenses.
• Serve as a key finance partner to Company Planning and Merch Planning, collaborating on sales, margin, and inventory planning to align top‑down financial targets with bottom‑up merchandise and receipt plans.
• Apply understanding of retail sales drivers, store operations, and productivity metrics to support accurate forecasting and operational planning.
• Maintain and analyze key financial and operational metrics to identify trends and support business decisions.
• Provide clear, data-driven insights and recommendations to support financial performance and strategic initiatives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners to review, forecast, and analyze sales, margin, inventory, and spending across departments.
• Develop and deliver executive-level presentations that communicate financial results, trends, and recommendations.
• Identify and implement enhancements to forecasting tools, reporting processes, and financial models to improve efficiency and accuracy.
• Support ad-hoc analyses and participate in broader finance initiatives and projects as needed.

You’ll bring to the role

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting or related field; CPA or MBA a plus
• 6+ years’ experience with progressive financial planning, analysis, and reporting
• Retail industry experience strongly preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Experience with Oracle, Hyperion, or similar financial systems preferred
• Strong financial modeling skills with the ability to work independently and provide strategic recommendations
• Demonstrated strategic thinking with the ability to connect financial insights to broader business objectives
• Innovative mindset with a desire to streamline processes and improve workflow
• Highly detailed-oriented with strong problem-solving abilities and excellent communication skills
• Ability to multi-task while maintaining high-quality output
• Self-starter who works well independently and collaborates effectively across teams

Benefits

• You will be eligible to receive a merchandise discount at select KnitWell Group brands, subject to each brand’s discount policies.
• Support for your individual development plus opportunities for career mobility within our family of brands.  
• A culture of giving back – local volunteer opportunities, annual donation and volunteer match to eligible nonprofit organizations, and philanthropic activities to support our communities.*  
• Medical, dental, vision insurance & 401(K).* 
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Time off – paid time off & holidays.*
• The target salary range for this role is: $115,000 - 130,000*

*Any job offer will consider factors such your qualifications, relevant experience, and skills. Eligibility of certain benefits and associate programs are subject to employment type and role.

This position works on-site at least 4 days per week consistent with the needs of the business at our Talbots office location in Hingham, MA. 

Applicants to this position must be authorized to work for any employer in the US without sponsorship. We are not providing sponsorship for this position.

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Location:

Corporate Office-Talbots-Hingham, MA 02043

Position Type:

Regular/Full time

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Company is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. Hiring decisions are based upon a candidate's qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position under consideration and are made without regard to sex (including pregnancy), race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other category protected by applicable law. The Company is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for job applicants with disabilities. If you require an accommodation to perform the essential duties of the position you are seeking or to participate in the application process, please contact [email protected]. The Company will make reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified applicants or employees, unless such accommodations would impose an undue hardship on the operations of the Company’s business. The Company will not revoke or alter a job offer based on an applicant’s request for reasonable accommodation.