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Job Description As an Expansion Controller US-CA-PR in the Expansion function, you set and implement controlling routines and strategies for all Expansion functions in the USA and Canada. This role will perform trend analysis and prognosis, financial reporting, and drive risk management for the expansion function in the Sales Market, USA-CA. The Expansion Controller, USA-CA will work with all brands (H&M, COS, &Other Stories) and support the collaboration in the local Expansion function. This hybrid role reports into our Expansion Controlling Manager and is based out of New York, NY. A Day in the Life Working at H&M means no two days are ever the same, but a typical day will include the following responsibilities* Set and implement controlling routines and strategies for Sales Market NA (US and Canada) Support all local Expansion functions in setting clear strategies and goals. Translate regional strategies and set tangible goals and targets for your sales market. Ownership of all relevant market data, securing accuracy and relevance. Perform and support key analysis on major KPIs (ROI, rent levels, square meter-selling, net investment, operational costs, etc.). Monitor and review sales, surplus, operational costs, and CapEx for your market. Create, utilize and continuously update benchmark data for budgeting and forecasting purposes. Prepare ad-hoc analysis and business cases to evaluate current and future business opportunities. Ensure that accurate information about the project pipeline and portfolio is available to other local departments and the central support organization (planned number of projects, opening/closure dates, project status, etc.). Analyze trends and deviations versus budget/targets and draw conclusions on how to improve the result. Ownership of all budgets presented for projects and annual budgets for Leasing and C&F (Construction & Facilities). Secure monthly, quarterly and annual reporting requirements to local, regional and central function for CapEx and OpEx. Own local budget and forecasting process and data gathering for Leasing and C&F. Work according to the general guidelines to ensure routines and drive improvements/actions in processes, methods and tools to minimize business risks. Secure the financial transparency on the highest level and that each team member is aware of their responsibilities and approval rights. Work in close collaboration with the Regional Expansion controlling team and Sales Market NA Leasing and C&F functions. Support the Expansion Manager, NA with analysis and business case preparation. Support the Sales Market NA C&F Managers with budgets, forecasts, follow-up and analysis. Required domestic and international travel up to 20% of time Additional Accountabilities: * Responsible for analysis of investment of $60+ million as well as delivery of added sales and surplus, rent reduction and return on investment for all Expansion projects in Sales Market NA Qualifications: Qualifications Who You Are: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or Finance or equivalent work experience 3- 5 years of relevant working experience in a Controlling, Finance or Business Analyst role. Prior experience working in auditing, accounting and/or controlling, preferably within the retail sector. Experience preparing and presenting financial reporting to Senior Management and other stakeholders. Good understanding of accounting principles and support systems. Advanced level in Power BI, MS Teams, SharePoint, Excel, PowerPoint. Have a structured way of working, good at conceptualizing ideas and defining conclusions with supporting arguments. Enjoys teamwork and effectively collaborates with a group of diverse people in order to achieve set goals and targets. Strong business mindset, communicates well and comfortable in making decisions. You succeed in your work and make others succeed. Inclusive, positive, open to feedback, willing to multitask and learn on the job Additional Information Why You’ll Love Working at H &M We value diverse backgrounds, including but not limited to race, ethnicity, gender, age, religion, sexual orientation, and disability We pride ourselves on being a values-driven organization, guided by our 7 unique values that have been part of our success story for over 75 years You’ll have access to our Colleague Resource Groups (CRGs) to find community and networking opportunities among colleagues We are an inclusive company where you’re encouraged to be yourself at work You will have access to a large global talent community, where career growth and aspirations have no limits We believe in supporting your overall wellbeing and offer comprehensive benefits inclusive of health insurance, wellness and family support programs, company match 401k, paid leave programs, and paid time off, including a community day to serve your local community You’ll be able to express your personal style with our employee discount at H&M, & Other Stories, and COS Compensation: salary range is $112,811-$126,912 annually**

• This job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job and is not all-inclusive. There may be additional duties, and responsibilities assigned for this job at the company’s discretion.
• *H&M, in good faith, has assessed this posted range of compensation as the accurate range for this role and location at the time of this posting. H&M may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range depending on candidate qualifications. This range may be modified in the future.

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