Sr. Finance Manager, NYC

General Summary:   

The Wholesale Sr. Finance Manager bridges financial strategy with daily wholesale operations. This role partners closely with Sales, Logistics, and Operations to support budgeting, financial reporting, inventory management, order fulfillment, and process optimization. Acting as a key link between finance and the business, the role ensures profitability, operational efficiency, and a smooth order-to-cash cycle across wholesale accounts.

The position is responsible for core daily, monthly, and quarterly financial activities, with the majority of time focused on analytical insight, business partnership, and ad hoc projects that influence strategic decision-making.

The responsibilities described below are considered essential functions of the role. This position is based in our NYC office and requires working on-site.

Major Responsibilities:

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Prepare and manage annual wholesale budgets and periodic forecasts.
• Analyze variances between forecasted and actual results, identifying risks and opportunities.
• Support financial planning aligned with sales plans, inventory strategies, and operational capacity.

Reporting & Financial Analysis

• Prepare and analyze forecasted and actual P&Ls by wholesale account and division.
• Provide financial insights related to shipping performance, margin drivers, and account profitability.
• Deliver quarterly business reviews highlighting performance trends, risks, and recommendations.
• Develop ad hoc analyses to support sales initiatives, pricing decisions, and operational improvements.

Month-End & Period-End Financials

• Prepare month-end and period-end close entries and accruals for wholesale-related items, including:
  • Inventory and reserves
  • Markdown allowances (MDAs)
  • Sales commissions
• Partner with accounting to ensure accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting.

Business Partnership & Process Optimization

• Act as a financial advisor to Sales, Operations, and Logistics teams.
• Identify process improvements that enhance financial visibility, controls, and profitability.
• Lead and support cross-functional, ad hoc projects using an analytical, data-driven approach.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field
• 7+ years of progressive experience in financial planning and analysis with direct support of wholesale or revenue-driven businesses
• Strong financial modeling, analytical, and forecasting skills
• Advanced proficiency in Excel, including complex financial models, pivot tables, and scenario analysis; experience with financial reporting or planning systems preferred
• Wholesale, inventory, and margin management expertise (fashion/apparel preferred)
• Ability to translate data into actionable business insights
• Strong cross-functional communication and influence

The expected base salary for this position ranges from $160,000 - $170,000. Ranges are based on various factors such as relevant skillset, training, years of experience related to the current job description, education, and our organizational structure. In addition to the base salary, Steve Madden offers a competitive benefits package that includes health and dental insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, 401K, paid holidays, a generous paid time-off policy, and career opportunities within a dynamic team.