Financial Analyst, Financial Planning and Analysis - CPG

Staffmark Group; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) company is seeking a Finance Analyst to join their dynamic team in Torrance, CA. This pivotal role involves providing insightful financial analysis and business partnering across various functions. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong analytical abilities and communication skills, with experience in cost reduction, budget management, and financial modeling. Utilizing tools like Business Central and Power BI, you'll develop budgets, analyze financial statements, and support tax-related duties. Join this innovative firm and contribute to its growth in a fast-paced environment that encourages professional development.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans

Retirement Savings Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Pet Insurance

Paid Holidays

Pre-tax Savings Plans

Pre-tax Parking and Commuter Plans

Short-term Incentives

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in a finance analyst role with a focus on cost reduction.
• Strong understanding of financial statements and accounting principles.

Responsibilities

• Analyze product costs and departmental expenses for cost-saving opportunities.
• Prepare financial reports and presentations for management.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Financial Modeling

Budget Management

Cost Reduction Initiatives

Problem-Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Bachelor's degree in Economics

Tools

Business Central

Power BI

Job description

Financial Analyst, FP& A - CPG

Location: Torrance, CA (Onsite)

Category: Non-Exempt, Full-Time Employee

Work Hours: Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Job Summary:

A global Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) company is seeking a Finance Analyst to join their team in Torrance, CA. This crucial role will be at the intersection of finance and operations, providing insightful financial analysis, reporting, and business partnering across various functions. The ideal candidate will possess a strong analytical acumen, excellent communication skills, and proven experience in areas such as cost reduction initiatives, budget management, and financial modeling. Proficiency in utilizing financial planning and analysis (FP&A) principles and tools, including Business Central and Power BI, is essential. This position offers a broad range of responsibilities and significant opportunities for professional growth within a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

* Analyze product costs (raw materials, labor, overhead) and departmental operational expenses to identify and implement cost-saving opportunities. Develop and maintain product costing models and track cost variances and trends.

* Play a key role in the development of annual budgets and forecasts, working closely with operational teams. Monitor budget performance, provide insightful variance analysis, and develop and maintain financial forecasting models.

* Analyze financial statements (income statements, balance sheets, cash flow statements) to identify key performance indicators and trends. Prepare comprehensive financial reports and presentations for management, highlighting actionable insights.

* Analyze sales deductions (discounts, rebates, chargebacks) and evaluate the effectiveness of promotional programs, providing data-driven recommendations for optimization.

* Analyze tradeshow expenses to determine ROI and identify cost efficiencies. Track and reconcile all tradeshow-related spending.

* Assist in credit limit reference checks, approve sales orders based on customer credit limits, and maintain accurate records. Support purchase order and purchase request approvals, ensuring alignment with budget and company needs.

* Utilize Business Central for financial data management and reporting, and leverage Power BI to create insightful dashboards and visualizations.

* Assist with tax-related duties, including the preparation and filing of federal and state income tax returns, sales tax, property tax, 1042, 1099, and other tax-related documents.

* Perform ad-hoc financial analysis and reporting as required and participate in special projects as assigned by management.

Qualifications:

* Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.

* Proven experience (preferably 2+ years) in a finance analyst role or similar capacity, demonstrating exposure to cost reduction initiatives, budget management, and financial modeling.

* Familiarity with supply chain or operational finance concepts.

* Proficiency in using ERP systems, preferably Business Central.

* Strong data analysis and visualization skills using tools such as Power BI.

* Solid understanding of financial statements and accounting principles.

* Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.

* Strong communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present findings effectively.

* Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

* Detail-oriented with a strong focus on accuracy.

The base pay range above represents the low and high end of the base compensation range we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Actual base compensation will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including, but not limited to, geographic location, actual experience, and job performance. This job posting is not a promise of any specific pay for any specific employee.

The range listed is just one component of the total compensation package for our employees. Based on the details of your position, we provide a variety of benefits to our employees, including medical, dental, and vision plans, pre-tax savings plans, pre-tax parking and commuter plans, supplemental health and welfare plans, a retirement savings plan, an employee assistance program, pet insurance, and paid holidays. Other rewards may include short-term incentives and paid time off.

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About Staffmark

Staffmark is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of race, color, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, medical condition, genetic information, mental and physical disability, political affiliation, union membership, status as a parent, military or veteran status or other non-merit based factors. We will provide reasonable accommodations throughout the application, interviewing and employment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation, contact your local branch. Staffmark is an E-Verify employer. This policy is applicable to all phases of the employment relationship, including hiring, transfers, promotions, training, terminations, working conditions, compensation, benefits, and other terms and conditions of employment.

All employees are directed to familiarize themselves with this policy and to act in accordance with it. All decisions with respect to employment matters and other phases of employer-temporary employee relationships will be in keeping with this policy and in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations.