Category Financial Analyst

Logitech; United States; Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Logitech is seeking a Category Financial Analyst to partner with the Logitech for Business portfolio team. You will deliver financial reporting, insights, and strategic recommendations to influence growth across products and geographies.

The role requires strong analytical skills, ERP and Excel proficiency, and the ability to collaborate with product management and engineering leadership. This is a hybrid/remote role within the US with open locations in key hubs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• Progressive experience in financial planning and analysis, preferably in the technology industry.
• Strong understanding of financial modeling, forecasting, budgeting, and variance analysis.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills; ability to interact with all levels of the organization.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and advanced Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain accurate annual operating plans, forecasts, and performance analyses for global Video Collaboration business.
• Develop and maintain product P&L models.
• Prepare insightful reports on revenue, margin performance, cost of sales.
• Monitor KPIs across portfolio, analyze variances, and provide actionable insights.
• Develop and maintain detailed financial models, including NPI performance and market trends.
• Conduct in-depth variance analyses and recommend corrective actions.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting

Tools

ERP systems

Excel

Job description

Logitech is the Sweet Spot for people who want their actions to have a positive global impact while having the flexibility to do it in their own way.

Location Update: Logitech is proud to support a hybrid/remote work culture. This full-time role will be open to remote/hybrid candidates based in Dallas/Ft Worth, Texas or Irvine, California.

Team and Role:

The Category Financial Analyst will act as a key partner to the Logitech for Business (L4B) product and portfolio team, providing financial reporting, insights, and recommendations that influence growth strategies across products, geographies, and programs. This role requires a balance of analytical expertise and the ability to align cross-functional priorities for optimal financial performance across commercial and portfolio management teams.

Your Contribution:

Be Yourself. Be Open. Stay Hungry and Humble. Collaborate. Challenge. Decide and just Do. Share our passion for Equality and the Environment. These are the behaviors and values you'll need for success at Logitech. The ideal candidate will be accountable for the following:

Responsibilities:

Financial Planning & Analysis:

• Develop and maintain accurate annual operating plans, forecasts, and performance analyses for global Video Collaboration business. Gather data and market insights from finance, commercial and R&D business partners across the world to ensure cross-functional alignment.
• Develop and maintain product P&L models.
• Prepare insightful reports on revenue, margin performance, cost of sales.
• Monitor KPIs across portfolio, analyzing variances and providing actionable insights to relevant stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain detailed financial models, providing insightful analysis of NPI performance, market trends, and competitive landscape.
• Conduct in-depth variance analysis, explaining deviations from budget and forecast, and recommending corrective actions.

Business Partnership:

• Serve as a trusted advisor to the product management and engineering leadership team, providing financial insights and strategic recommendations to support decision-making.
• Align business objectives and financial strategies by identifying revenue risks and opportunities, and driving corrective actions.
• Contribute to the evaluation of new business opportunities, including market assessments and ROI analysis.
• Support the implementation of financial tools or platforms.

Reporting & Communication:

• Prepare and present financial reports, including monthly performance reviews, quarterly business reviews, and annual operating plans.
• Communicate financial results and key insights to the business, providing clear and concise explanations of variances and trends.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders across the organization.

Process Improvement:

• Identify opportunities to streamline financial processes, improve efficiency, and enhance the accuracy of financial reporting.
• Implement best practices in financial planning and analysis, leveraging technology and tools to automate and optimize processes.
• Streamline financial processes to reduce manual reporting overhead while enhancing the quality of insights provided.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, a related field or relevant industry experience.
• Proven progressive experience in financial planning and analysis, preferably in the technology industry.
• Strong understanding of financial modeling, forecasting, budgeting, and variance analysis.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to synthesize complex information and provide clear and concise recommendations.
• Strong business acumen and understanding of the technology industry
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively interact with all levels of the organization.1
• Proficiency in financial software and tools, including ERP systems and advanced Excel skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a strong work ethic and attention to detail.

This position offers an Annual Salary of typically between $ 52K and $ 100K dependent on location and experience. In certain circumstances, higher compensation will be considered based on the business need, candidate experience, and skills.

Across Logitech we empower collaboration and foster play. We help teams collaborate/learn from anywhere, without compromising on productivity or continuity so it should be no surprise that most of our jobs are open to work from home from most locations. Our hybrid work model allows some employees to work remotely while others work on-premises. Within this structure, you may have teams or departments split between working remotely and working in-house.

Logitech is an amazing place to work because it is full of authentic people who are inclusive by nature as well as by design. Being a global company, we value our diversity and celebrate