Finance Sr Specialist

Overview

About Catalyst Brands:

Catalyst Brands is a leading U.S.-based retail organization formed in 2025 through the merger of JCPenney and SPARC Group, combining multiple iconic fashion brands under one umbrella. The company manages a diversified portfolio of well-known brands including Aéropostale, Brooks Brothers, Nautica, Lucky Brand, and JCPenney. Headquartered in Plano, Texas, Catalyst Brands focuses on delivering modern retail experiences while leveraging the heritage of established global brands. With a workforce of over tens of thousands and multi-billion-dollar revenue, the organization operates at a large scale across retail, e-commerce, and supply chain domains. The company emphasizes innovation, digital transformation, and customer-centric strategies to enhance brand value and consumer engagement. Catalyst Brands is expanding its global presence, including a growing capability centre in India that supports technology, digital operations, and analytics. It aims to drive operational excellence and business growth by integrating technology, data-driven insights, and efficient retail practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Planning & Analysis
• Own budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis for corporate finance.
• Partner with business units to ensure financial discipline and adherence to budgets.
• Challenge assumptions and provide strategic insights to leadership.
• Data Analytics & Insights
• Develop and implement advanced analytics models for trend analysis, predictive
  
  

forecasting, and scenario planning.

• Use data visualization tools (Power BI/Tableau) to present insights effectively.
• Drive data-driven decision-making across finance and business teams.
• Stakeholder Management
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align financial goals with business
  
  

objectives.

• Influence and negotiate with stakeholders to ensure compliance and accountability.
• Communicate complex financial and analytical concepts in a clear, business-friendly
  
  

Manner.

• Technology & Automation
• Build and maintain tools to automate FP\&A processes using Excel macros, Power
  
  

Query, Power Automate, Python/R scripts.

• Explore emerging technologies for process optimization and efficiency.
• Partner with IT/data teams to ensure robust data governance and system integration.
  
  

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Education: Post Graduation in Finance or equivalent.
• Experience: 6-10 years in FP\&A, corporate finance, or related roles.
  
  

Technical Skills

• Advanced Excel, Power Query, Power BI/Tableau, Power Automate.
• SQL and Python/R for data analysis.
• Knowledge of automation tools and basic coding for process improvement.
  
  

Analytical Skills

• Strong understanding of financial modeling, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Ability to interpret large datasets and derive actionable insights.
  
  

Soft Skills

• Excellent stakeholder management and communication.
• Strong business acumen and problem-solving mindset.
  
  

Preferred Skills

• Exposure to machine learning concepts for predictive analytics.
• Experience in building dashboards and self-service reporting tools.
• Familiarity with ERP systems (SAP/Oracle).
  
  

Why This Role is Exciting

• Opportunity to combine finance expertise with cutting-edge analytics and automation.
• High visibility role interacting with senior leadership.
• Scope to innovate and transform FP\&A processes using technology.
  
  

Pay Range

INR ₹0.00 - INR ₹0.00 /Yr.