• Manager - Finance

    Michaels (Carpenter, IA)


    Support Center - Irving

     

    The Manager – Finance is responsible for overseeing the financial operations and strategies within the Michaels organization. This role involves financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, analysis, and reporting. The Manager – Finance will work closely with senior management to provide financial insights and support business decisions that drive profitability and growth.

     

    Major Activities

    Financial Planning and Analysis:

    + Develop and manage annual budgets and financial forecasts.

    + Conduct variance analysis to compare actual results to budget and forecast.

    + Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for senior management.

    Financial Reporting:

    + Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.

    Cost Management:

    + Monitor and control operational costs to enhance profitability.

    + Analyze cost structures and identify opportunities for cost savings.

    + Implement cost control measures and track their effectiveness.

    Business Partnering:

    + Collaborate with department heads to provide financial insights and support.

    + Help develop financial models to support new business initiatives and investments.

    Team Leadership:

    + Manage and mentor a team of finance professionals.

    + Foster a culture of continuous improvement and professional development.

    + Conduct performance evaluations and provide feedback.

     

    Other duties as assigned

    Minimum Education

    + Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

    Minimum Special Certifications or Technical Skills

    + Proficiency in financial software and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).

    + Financial analysis and modeling

    + Budgeting and forecasting

    + Financial reporting

    + Cost management

    Minimum Type of Experience the Job Requires

    + Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in financial management, preferably in the retail industry.

    + Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting requirements.

    + Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

    + Business partnering

    + Compliance and risk management

    + Team leadership and development

    + Proficiency in financial software and ERP systems

    + Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

    + Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

    Other

    + Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

    + Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities.

    + Leadership experience with a proven ability to manage and develop a team.

    Preferred Education

    + Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration.

    + MBA or CPA preferred.

     

    Applicants in the U.S. must satisfy federal, state, and local legal requirements of the job.

     

    At The Michaels Companies Inc, **our purpose is to fuel the joy of creativity** . As the leading creative destination in North America, we operate over 1,300 stores in 49 states and Canada and online at Michaels.com (http://www.michaels.com./) and Michaels.ca . The Michaels Companies, Inc. also owns Artistree, a manufacturer of custom and specialty framing merchandise, and MakerPlace by Michaels (https://www.michaels.com/makerplace) , a dedicated handmade goods marketplace. Founded in 1973 and headquartered in Irving, Texas, **Michaels is the best place for all things creative.** For more information, please visit  www.michaels.com

     

    At Michaels, we prioritize the wellbeing of our teams by providing robust benefits for both full-time and part-time Team Members. Our benefits include health insurance (medical, dental, and vision), paid time off, tuition assistance, generous employee discounts, and much more. For more information, visit mikbenefits.com .

     

    Michaels is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are here for all Team Members and all** **c** **ustomers** **to create, innovate and be better together.

     

    _Michaels is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with this commitment, Michaels will assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if a reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the job, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Customer Care at 1-800-642-4235 (1800-MICHAEL)._

     

    EEOC Know Your Rights Poster in English (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088\_EEOC\_KnowYourRights\_10\_20.pdf)

     

    EEOC Know Your Rights Poster in Spanish

     

    EEOC Poster Optimized for Screen Readers (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC\_KnowYourRights\_screen\_reader\_10\_20.pdf)

     

    Federal FMLA Poster

     

    Federal EPPAC Poster (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/WHD/legacy/files/eppac.pdf)