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Selen Ocal

Ridgefield,New Jersey

Summary

Strategic FP&A professional with experience in planning, budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis. Adept at financial modeling, streamlining processes, and partnering with leadership to turn data into strategies that enhance profitability and growth.


Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

FP&A Manager

KATE SPADE NORTH AMERICA
07.2022 - 06.2025
  • Led regional financial planning, forecasting, and budgeting processes, aligning with corporate revenue and margin targets.
  • Managed financial performance for retail and e-commerce channels, improving profitability by analyzing sales trends, customer behavior, and store metrics.
  • Developed financial models for sales, expenses, and capital planning, improving forecast accuracy and strategic decision-making.
  • Partnered with Marketing, Sales, and Operations to deliver actionable insights for growth and cost efficiency.
  • Presented financial results and strategic recommendations to senior leadership; lead scenario planning for new products, pricing strategies, and market expansion.
  • Managed and mentor a financial analyst, ensuring high-quality analysis, reporting, and KPI tracking.

Financial Analyst → Senior FP&A Manager

Mavi Jeans Inc.
04.2014 - 07.2022
  • Directed annual operating plans, quarterly forecasts, and multi-year business planning for wholesale and e-commerce.
  • Delivered monthly and quarterly financial reviews for executive leadership, highlighting performance trends, risks, and growth opportunities.
  • Managed variance analysis and consolidated reporting across departments, driving budget discipline and strategic alignment.
  • Oversaw P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow reporting; strengthened forecasting and reporting accuracy through process improvements.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration and Finance

SETON HALL UNIVERSITY
South Orange, NJ
05.2008

Skills

  • Effective communicator with strong interpersonal skills, experienced in presenting to senior leadership and managing projects and teams
  • Advanced written and verbal communication skills in Turkish
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)
  • Experience with ERP and BI systems: SAP, Oracle PBCS, Tableau, MicroStrategy, Tririga

Timeline

FP&A Manager

KATE SPADE NORTH AMERICA
07.2022 - 06.2025

Financial Analyst → Senior FP&A Manager

Mavi Jeans Inc.
04.2014 - 07.2022

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration and Finance

SETON HALL UNIVERSITY

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