Our Consumer Products client, in partnership with CV Resources, seeks a talented Financial Analyst to join their Finance and Accounting Team. You will have the opportunity to report directly to the head of the FP&A department, gaining valuable mentorship opportunities.
Job Title: Financial Analyst
Location: near West Hollywood
Job Status (direct hire, consulting, consulting with possibility of hire) – This role is a direct hire role.
Job Site Status (onsite/hybrid/remote) – Our client has an onsite work status.
Compensation – Salary range is $70,000/year to $90,000/year. There is a bonus offered.
RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE FINANCIAL ANALYST
Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) – Budgeting and Forecasting
- Develop and maintain monthly and quarterly forecasts, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities.
- Perform variance analysis to compare actual results against forecasts and budgets, providing actionable insights.
- Support long-range financial planning and scenario modeling to guide strategic business decisions by updating data.
- Assist the Head of FP&A in leading annual budget, reforecasts, and long-term plans in both corporate and sales and marketing budgets.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to help understand vendor costs and ensure that billed invoices are accurate.
Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) – Data Analysis
- Gather data from diverse sources (ERP, POS, and other platforms)
- Integrate data.
- Analyze data using Business Intelligence (BI) tools.
- Present proposals based on data analysis.
Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) – Data Maintenance
- Track performance metrics to measure business performance.
- Generate ad hoc analysis and financial reporting.
Process Improvements
- Identify opportunities to streamline financial processes, improving efficiency and reporting accuracy.
- Support financial system upgrades and automation initiatives to enhance reporting capabilities.
- Ensure internal controls and compliance with financial policies and best practices.
- Assist in the development of financial tools and models to support decision-making.
Miscellaneous
- Accept all relevant tasks as given by upper management.
QUALIFICATIONS OF THE FINANCIAL ANALYST
Required
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a comparable major.
- Bachelor's degree from a well-respected college or university.
- At least one (1) year of FP&A work experience.
- Proficient understanding of Key Performance Indicators (KPI's)
Preferred
- MBA
- Current or prior experience working in one of these following industries: manufacturing, distribution, Consumer Products Goods (CPG), Food and Beverage, Apparel.
- Three (3) statement model experience (income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow statement) into one dynamically connected financial model.
SKILLS OF THE FINANCIAL ANALYST
Required
Technical
- Expert-level MS Excel proficiency (pivot tables, financial modeling)
- Power BI or Tableau or Planful or equivalent program
Interpersonal
- Executive presence.
- Superb analytical and critical thinking skills.
- Diligence and accuracy.
- Impeccable communication skills.
For further information, submit your resume to Mark@CVRStaffing.com. All inquiries will be kept in the strictest confidence.