Associate Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

PIERRE FABRE USA INC; Secaucus (NJ); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus program

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Pierre Fabre USA INC is seeking an Associate Manager, FP&A in Secaucus, NJ. The role focuses on net revenue, Gross-To-Net, and gross margin performance with strong cross-functional partnerships across Commercial, Marketing, Operations, and Accounting.

You will lead monthly forecasting, close support, and actionable reporting, building models linking drivers to P&L outcomes in a fast-paced, hybrid environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or Business Administration.
• 3–5 years of progressive FP&A or Commercial Finance experience.
• Experience in Beauty/CPG industry with strong brands preferred.
• Exposure to Gross-to-Net and customer profitability concepts preferred.
• Strong understanding of financial statements, P&L management, budgeting, forecasting and accrual accounting.
• Advanced Excel skills with financial modeling at channel/product level.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly reporting, analysis and forecasting of sales, GtN deductions, and net revenue.
• Monitor revenue performance against budget, forecast, and prior year, identifying key drivers and risks.
• Lead monthly Billbacks meetings with Commercial and Accounting, ensuring accurate accruals.
• Monitor and analyze gross margin performance across brands, channels and product categories.
• Develop and enhance financial models connecting business drivers to P&L performance.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Financial analysis

Forecasting

Cross-functional partnering

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/Economics/Business Admin

Tools

ERP systems

Financial planning tools

Job description

Your mission

The Associate Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) supports the financial planning, forecasting, reporting, and business analysis activities for Pierre Fabre USA with a primary focus on net revenue, Gross-To-Net (GtN) and gross margin performance analysis and forecasting. Reporting to the Associate Director, Financial Planning & Analysis, this role partners with Commercial, Marketing, Operations, and Accounting to provide financial reporting and analysis that supports business performance and informed decision-making. The ideal candidate combines strong financial acumen with analytical rigor and business partnering skills, helping Commercial, Marketing and Operations teams understand performance drivers and identify opportunities to improve profitability.

Essential Functions

• Business Finance: Lead monthly reporting, analysis and forecasting of sales, GtN deductions, and net revenue. Monitor revenue performance against budget, forecast, and prior year, identifying key drivers and risks and opportunities with Commercial. Lead monthly Billbacks meetings with Commercial and Accounting, ensuring accurate accruals during month-end close and alignment between financial forecasts and actual spending. Monitor and analyze gross margin performance (cogs, cost-to-serve) across brands, channels and product categories when relevant. Maintain and enhance financial models at the brand, channel and product level. Assist in the development and enhancement of financial models that connect business drivers to P&L performance and support scenario analysis (e.g. P&L by channel). Other duties as described by the business.
• Division/BU FP&A: Support the Associate Director FP&A in Division/BU P&L management. Monitor actuals against plans (budget, forecast, prior year) across revenue and operating expenses), analyze variances and identify risks and opportunities. Support division-wide budgeting, monthly forecasts and strategic Long-Term Plans (LTP).
• Cross-Functional Business Partnering: Collaborate with Commercial and Accounting teams to improve visibility and transparency of deductions and GtN impacts. Build strong relationships with key stakeholders to be recognized as a valued partner. Deliver against ad hoc requests and projects from several cross-functional business partners, including local Management team.
• Reporting & Financial Controlling: Support month-end close activities by partnering with Accounting to validate financial results, prepare accruals, cost allocations, ensuring reporting accuracy and compliance with Group policies. Prepare monthly financial reporting packages, dashboards, and P&L summaries for key stakeholders, local Management and Head Office. Develop recurring reports that translate financial results into clear, actionable business insights.
• Process Improvement & Special Projects: Subject Matter Expert (SME) for PeakPerf, new Pierre Fabre EPM tool. Identify opportunities to improve reporting efficiency, forecast accuracy, and financial planning processes. Other duties as described by the business.

Required Education, Experience and Competencies

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or Business Administration.
• 3–5 years of progressive experience in Financial Planning & Analysis or Commercial Finance.
• Experience in the Beauty or CPG industry with strong brands is preferred.
• Exposure to Gross-to-Net accounting and customer profitability concepts is preferred.
• Strong understanding of financial statements, P&L management, budgeting, forecasting, and accrual accounting.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills with experience building financial models at channel and product level and performing complex analyses.
• Experience with ERP systems and financial planning/reporting tools preferred.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build effective cross-functional relationships.
• Highly motivated, self-starter profile, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Work Environment / physical demands / position type and expected hours of work

This position based in Secaucus, NJ, and offers a hybrid work arrangement with two remote days each week. This job operates in a clerical, office setting. This role routinely uses standard office equipment. The normal working hours of the office are from 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Compensation and Benefits

Salary Range: $85,000 – $105,000 This range represents the base annual full-time salary for all positions within the applicable job grade. The actual salary offer will depend on a range of factors including experience, education, location, and other relevant qualifications. This position is also eligible for a Pierre Fabre bonus, commission, or incentive program in addition to the base pay. Employees may be eligible to participate in a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, voluntary benefits, a 401(k) retirement plan, a generous PTO policy, paid company holidays, and paid parental leave. Additional offerings include employee discounts on our products, professional development opportunities, and access to mental health and wellness programs.

Pierre Fabre Pierre Fabre has been recognized by Forbes as one of the "World's Best Employers" for the 3rd year running.

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Who you are?

Pierre Fabre is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant because of race, creed, color, age, national origin, ancestry, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender expression and identity, disability, genetic information, veteran status, military status, application for military service or any other class protected by state or federal law. We are convinced that diversity is a source of fulfillment, social balance and complementarity for our employees, which is why our offers are open to all, without restriction.

Pierre Fabre Laboratories is the world’s second-largest dermo-cosmetics company and one of Europe’s leading pharmaceutical laboratories.

Our Dermo-cosmetics & Personal Care portfolio includes international brands such as Eau Thermale Avène, Ducray, Klorane, A-Derma, René Furterer, Même Cosmetics, Darrow and Elgydium. The Medical Care activity covers 5 main therapeutic fields: oncology, dermatology, rare diseases, primary care and family health care.

By choosing Pierre Fabre Laboratories, you will join a company where the human dimension is essential, where excellence and innovation are valued, within passionate teams united by common values, committed to pushing the boundaries of science to unite health and beauty for the benefit of all, because every time we care for a single person, we make the whole world better.