Rob Taylor
Blacklick,OH
Summary
Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to maximize profitability and promote organizational efficiency.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager, Real Estate Finance
Victoria's Secret & PINK
08.2021 - Current
- Monitored real estate store sales and profitability trends, compiling reports for company leadership to inform decision-making
- Evaluated over 40 real estate projects annually to approve, reject or recommend adjustments to PCR's
- Forecasted new stores sales based on existing fleet trends and recommended improvements based on market research
- Prepared and managed capital expenditure budget of $100M+ to effectively track investment and mange to corporate LRP strategy
Manager, Corporate FP&A
Victoria's Secret & PINK
08.2020 - 08.2021
- Created financial statements and separation strategies for new standalone company
- Developed quarterly earnings materials for CEO and CFO
- Planned and budgeted accurately to provide business with resources needed to operate efficiently and profitably
- Analyzed financial data and generated accurate, insightful reports for management
- Communicated clearly with employees and stakeholders to keep everyone on same page and working toward established business goals
Manager, North America Segment FP&A
Victoria's Secret & PINK
05.2019 - 08.2020
- Led a team of three Senior Analysts that oversee all aspects of the Victoria’s Secret P&L
- Developed a process to fully burden business unit P&L’s to provide transparency to true profitability
- Prepared quarterly Earnings materials for Victoria’s Secret Stores and Digital channels
- Managed Home Office and human capital expenses as well as leading the budget process
- Provided ad-hoc support for CFO to drive change and influence decision making
Lead Senior Financial Analyst, FP&A
Victoria's Secret & PINK
01.2018 - 05.2019
- Managed the Victoria’s Secret Digital P&L with a firm understanding of each line from Sales through OI
- Developed strong cross functional partnerships and provided excellent customer service
- Presented monthly P&L and variance analysis to CFO
- Performed complex ad hoc analysis and assisted in special projects to increase profitability of Digital business
Senior Financial Analyst, Stores Finance
Victoria's Secret & PINK
08.2015 - 01.2018
- Prepared and presented bi-annual budget of $1B to Store Operations Executives and Brand CFO
- Worked cross functionally with Regional and District Mangers focusing on non-payroll expenses
- Developed processes for in-season budget management by communicating and aligning with key partners and executives
- Delivered accurate and timely monthly projections, and close reporting for Store Operations expenses
Senior Accountant, Financial Reporting
Victoria's Secret & PINK
04.2014 - 08.2015
- Managed the accounting responsibilities for the Home Office team of Victoria’s Secret
- Prepared bi-monthly communications on expense cutting tips that goes out to entire enterprise
- Reviewed vendor rebate contracts and prepared rebate projections for FP&A team
Accountant, Financial Reporting
Victoria's Secret & PINK
07.2012 - 03.2014
- Managed the monthly accounting control checklist
- Added value to the Store Finance/Home Office team through special projects and improving processes
- Prepared a monthly FedEx cost analysis and calculated on a weekly basis
Education
Master of Business Administration - Finance
CAPITAL UNIVERSITY
Columbus, OH12.2016
Bachelor of Science - Financial Management, Sports Management
MOUNT VERNON NAZARENE UNIVERSITY
05.2012
Skills
- Monthly Reconciliations
- Financial Reporting and Analysis
- Budgeting and Variance Analysis
- Leadership Communication
- Cross-Function Collaboration
- SAP, Hyperion, Accruent, and MSI
Timeline
Manager, Real Estate Finance
Victoria's Secret & PINK
08.2021 - Current
Manager, Corporate FP&A
Victoria's Secret & PINK
08.2020 - 08.2021
Manager, North America Segment FP&A
Victoria's Secret & PINK
05.2019 - 08.2020
Lead Senior Financial Analyst, FP&A
Victoria's Secret & PINK
01.2018 - 05.2019
Senior Financial Analyst, Stores Finance
Victoria's Secret & PINK
08.2015 - 01.2018
Senior Accountant, Financial Reporting
Victoria's Secret & PINK
04.2014 - 08.2015
Accountant, Financial Reporting
Victoria's Secret & PINK
07.2012 - 03.2014
Master of Business Administration - Finance
CAPITAL UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Science - Financial Management, Sports Management
MOUNT VERNON NAZARENE UNIVERSITY