Finance Business Partner

Arc'teryx Equipment; United States; Remote; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the retail sector is seeking a Direct-to-Consumer Finance Business Partner to enhance its financial strategies. The role involves collaborating with Brand teams on budget management, financial analysis, and strategic planning to drive performance across DTC channels. Candidates should have at least 5 years of experience and proficiency in financial planning systems, with strong communication skills in both English and Japanese.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience in Finance, Business Partnering, or Controlling roles.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Fluent in Japanese and Business Level English.

Responsibilities

• Manage and monitor budgets, forecasts, and actuals for DTC channels.
• Lead annual budget and quarterly forecast processes.
• Provide financial analysis and actionable insights for profitability.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Cross-functional collaboration

Financial planning

Tools

Excel

SAP

Oracle Hyperion

Job description

We are seeking a highly motivated and collaborative Direct-to-Consumer (DTC) Finance Business Partner to support our DTC channels, including Brand Owned E-commerce and Retail including both Full-priced Brand Stores & Outlet Stores. In this role, you will serve as a key financial advisor and strategic partner to our Brand team emphasizing DTC channels, helping drive business performance through sound financial planning, analysis, and operational insight.

You will play a critical role in budget planning, forecasting, and cost control, as well as bridging communication between the Brand teams and internal finance and functional teams. Your insights will support decision-making processes and ensure alignment with brand as well as company goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with DTC (E-commerce/Retail) teams to manage and monitor budgets, forecasts, and actuals on a monthly and quarterly basis.
• Lead and support the annual budget and quarterly forecast processes for DTC channels.
• Provide financial analysis, performance tracking, and actionable insights to drive profitability and efficiency across all DTC initiatives.
• Act as a bridge between Brand teams and support functions (Finance, HR, Supply Chain, Marketing, etc.), ensuring smooth communication and strategic alignment.
• Support the creation and maintenance of budget management tools and templates for the Brand teams.
• Advise Brand teams on financial matters, including ROI analysis, cost allocation, and strategic investment planning.
• Assist with monthly closing processes, accruals, and variance analysis.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and financial policies.

Requirements

• 5+ years of relevant experience in Finance, Business Partnering, or Controlling roles, preferably within the consumer goods, retail, or digital sectors.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail with a solid understanding of financial planning and reporting processes.
• Proven ability to work cross-functionally and influence non-financial stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Excel and financial planning systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle Hyperion, etc.).
• Excellent communication skills in English; Japanese proficiency is a plus.
• A proactive, hands-on mindset with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Language requirements: Fluent Japanese (Writing/ Reading/Speaking) and Business Level English (Writing/ Reading/Speaking).