Financial Analyst

PurposeBuilt Brands Inc.; Gurnee (IL); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

401K company match

Annual fitness stipend

Employee discount on all products

Job summary

PurposeBuilt Brands Inc. is looking for a Financial Analyst to support financial planning and analysis. This role requires strong analytical skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Key responsibilities include budgeting, forecasting, and reporting financial performance metrics.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree, 3-5 years of analytical experience, and expertise in financial modeling and Microsoft tools. Compensation ranges from $75,000 to $90,000, with additional benefits.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in relevant analytical roles in Finance.
• Strong user of Microsoft analytical tools.
• Demonstrated financial modeling expertise.

Responsibilities

• Support annual budgeting and financial forecasting.
• Develop financial models for evaluating revenues and expenses.
• Prepare monthly financial reports and variance analyses.
• Track and report financial performance metrics.

Skills

Analytical skills

Microsoft Excel

SQL

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Finance or related field

Tools

Syspro

Microsoft Access

Job description

Financial Analyst – Financial Planning and Analysis

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Who We Are

PurposeBuilt Brands, rooted in a legacy dating back to Weiman, stands as a pioneer in crafting top-tier products for specialty surfaces. Our beloved brands, including Weiman, Harris, Green Gobbler, 30 Seconds, Goo Gone, Mighty Mint, Biokleen, Urnex, Five Star, and Micro-Scientific, are preferred choices among consumers and seasoned professionals alike.

At PBB, we seek to hire employees who bring a level of engagement, drive, and performance that pushes business forward. We work together and are motivated by positive results, while continuously thriving in a scrappy environment. We believe our greatest assets are the talented and passionate employees who are motivated by our purposeful work.

The Role

The Financial Analyst (FP&A) plays a critical role in supporting the company’s financial planning, forecasting, reporting and business performance analysis. This position partners with cross‑functional leaders across Sales, Marketing, Operations and Supply Chain to deliver actionable insights that drive profitable growth and informed decision making. The ideal candidate is highly analytical, detail oriented and thrives in a fast‑paced environment.

What You Will Do

• Support the annual budget, forecasts and long‑range planning processes
• Develop and maintain financial models to evaluate revenue, gross margin, operating expenses, contribution and profitability
• Partner with business leaders to understand the assumptions, risks and opportunities impacting financial performance
• Track and report key financial and operational performance metrics.
• Prepare monthly financial reports, variance analyses and management presentations
• Analyze actual results against budget, forecast and prior year performance
• Identify, analyze, and prioritize process improvement opportunities
• Develop expert knowledge with the ERP environment (Syspro)
• Ad‑hoc analysis as needed
• Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

What You Will Bring

• Demonstrated analytical and complex problem‑solving abilities
• Strong user of Microsoft analytical and database tools, including Excel, Access and SQL
• Demonstrated financial modeling expertise
• Prior experience successfully implementing best practices
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Self‑motivated and possess strong business acumen
• Detail‑oriented and ability to manage multiple tasks within established deadlines
• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
• 3‑5 years in relevant analytical roles in Finance
• Relevant experience in a range of environments including: manufacturing, consumer packaging, retail distribution, multi‑brand, multi‑division, extensive product portfolios, international, Healthcare products

Compensation Range

$75,000-$90,000

What We Offer

• Flexible work options (fully remote, hybrid, onsite)
• Generous paid time off
• Competitive salaries and bonus incentives
• 401K company match
• Annual fitness stipend
• Unmatched employee discount on all products