Vice President, Financial Planning & Analysis

Jenni Kayne is a California-based lifestyle brand that aims to empower an elevated approach to everyday living. Whether it's our edited style ethos or coveted interiors sensibility, we work hard to create a world that's inviting and intentional. From our stores across the country to our operations and corporate teams, we believe in the power of a workplace built on diversity and inclusion—where the varied voices and viewpoints of our community pave the way.

About the Role 

The Vice President, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) is a strategic partner to the CFO and executive leadership team, leading FP&A and translating company priorities into financial frameworks that drive growth and profitability across retail, e-commerce, and wholesale channels. This leader builds and develops a high-performing team, embeds financial discipline across the organization, and serves as a trusted advisor to the Board and executive leadership. 

Role and Responsibilities

As the Vice President, Financial Planning & Analysis, your primary responsibilities include the following:

Business Strategy 

• Partner with the CFO and executive leadership team to shape and evolve the company's long-range strategic and financial plans. 
• Translate company-wide strategic priorities into financial frameworks, business cases, and investment analyses that inform executive and Board decision-making. 
• Lead evaluation of new business opportunities, including new channels, markets, product categories, and store growth, providing rigorous financial modeling and risk assessment. 
• Lead capital allocation frameworks that prioritize investment across stores, technology, marketing, and product. 
• Act as a trusted strategic advisor to department heads across merchandising, retail, e-commerce, marketing, and supply chain, ensuring financial discipline is embedded in decision-making. 

Financial Planning & Analysis 

• Own the annual budgeting process and rolling forecasts (monthly, quarterly, and long-range), ensuring alignment with company strategy and growth targets. 
• Build and maintain financial models covering revenue, gross margin, operating expenses, headcount, and capital investment across all business channels. 
• Deliver monthly and quarterly business reviews, providing variance analysis, KPI tracking, and clear narratives on business performance versus plan. 
• Lead scenario planning and sensitivity analysis to help leadership navigate uncertainty and make informed, data-driven decisions. 
• Oversee cash flow forecasting, working capital management, and capital expenditure planning.