Senior Financial Analyst

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Were an employee-owned, vertically-integrated builder of some of Americas most popular health & wellness brands. With over 1,400 team members across multiple companies, we create best-in-class products that help make the world healthier and happier. Our creative content educates the world on making smarter health choices, while the brands we own generate over $1 billion of revenue annually. Learn more about our brands.

Were Looking For A : Senior Financial Analyst to work closely with the Senior Finance Manager and the accounting team to prepare monthly reports, forecast future trends, provide data-driven analysis and deliver actionable insights to leadership. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented and results-oriented, with an analytical mind, and problem-solving skills, eager to learn, and thrives in a fast-paced environment.

Location : Woodland Hills, CA (Hybrid)

What Youll Be Doing :

Contribute to Five-Year Forecasting : Support the development of the company's five-year forecast by providing analytical insights and assisting in the forecasting process.

Update and Analyze Actuals for Forecasting : Regularly update the company's forecast with actual financial data and offer insights on variances, contributing to a more accurate and dynamic forecasting model.

Assist in Annual Budget Processes : Play a key role in the annual budgeting process, contributing to the formulation, tracking, and actualization of budgets across CAPEX, OPEX, and Department P&Ls.

Maintain and Enhance Monthly Financial Reporting : Ensure the timely and accurate maintenance of monthly financial reporting for business units and management. This includes segment financials, key metrics, and detailed budget vs. actuals at the departmental level.

Detailed Margin Analysis Oversight : Oversee the monthly maintenance and update of detailed margin analysis, providing summarized information to facilitate informed decision-making.

Collaborate with Accounting Team : Work closely with the Accounting team on various financial aspects, including budget vs. actuals analyses, flux analysis, and other collaborative efforts to ensure financial accuracy and compliance.

Conduct Ad Hoc Financial Analyses : Perform ad hoc financial analyses and root cause investigations as needed, responding to inquiries and providing valuable financial insights to support decision-making.

Automation for Accuracy and Efficiency : Identify opportunities and implement automation in reporting processes to enhance accuracy and efficiency, streamlining financial reporting tasks wherever possible.

Cross-Departmental Collaboration : Collaborate with other departments to understand their financial needs and challenges, fostering effective communication and alignment between financial goals and operational objectives.

Qualifications (Note : We strongly encourage you to apply even if you dont tick ALL of these boxes.) :

Financial Statement Analysis Expertise : Proficient in analyzing income statements, knowledge of balance sheets and cash flow, and an understanding of the interrelationships among these three statements.

Advanced Excel & Google Sheets Proficiency : Demonstrated skills in Excel and Google Sheets, including financial modeling capabilities and experience with ERP support systems.

Proficiency with Large Data Sets : Skilled in working with large data sets, utilizing analytical tools and methodologies to derive meaningful insights and support informed decision-making.

Ownership Mentality : Exhibits a strong sense of ownership and accountability for tasks and projects, taking responsibility for delivering high-quality work consistently.

Critical Thinking and Application : Possesses strong critical thinking abilities, capable of applying accounting knowledge effectively to reporting, analysis, and novel situations, ensuring accurate and insightful recommendations.

Adaptability in High-Growth Environments : Displays a strong desire to thrive and learn within a fast-paced, high-growth work environment, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability to evolving challenges.

E-Commerce / CPG Industry Experience : Familiarity with consumer-facing, e-commerce and CPG businesses, including subscription business models, is strongly preferred.

• Bachelors degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or equivalent.
• 3+ years experience as a financial analyst
• Experience working with large data sets
• E-Commerce, CPG, and fast-paced startup environments
• Experience working with ERP support systems, NetSuite, Tableau, Salesforce, and large data sets.
• E-Commerce, CPG industry experience preferred.
• Experience working with ERP support systems, NetSuite, Tableau, Salesforce, etc. preferred.
• CFA, CMA, or CPA preferred.

Golden Perks & Benefits :

6 paid sick and mental health days, an Employee Assistance Program, free weekly yoga and meditation classes, and additional mental health benefits, because we take a holistic approach to your well-being.

Professional development opportunities with mentorship, continuous learning programs, and performance-based pay increases, empowering you to progress and excel in your career.

Tuition reimbursement program , which reimburses eligible tuition expenses up to specified amounts, empowering you to invest in your ongoing growth and development.

Reimbursements for a portion of personal cell phone and internet usage for eligible employees.

Virtual and in-person company events , like our annual holiday party, happy hours, and virtual cooking nights, designed to cultivate connections and enhance work-life balance.

To read more about our Perks & Benefits, click here .

The base salary range is $89,000-$110,000, plus annual & monthly KPI bonus potential.

The posted salary range in this job posting reflects data based on California's cost of labor analysis. This salary range is subject to change per state; please click here to find the pay differential in your state of residence if the role is remote.

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