Senior Financial Analyst
Position Summary
TCL North America is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst / Finance Supervisor to serve as a key Finance Business Partner (FBP) supporting assigned client accounts. This role sits at the intersection of Finance, Sales, and Operations, providing end-to-end financial oversight across the Order-to-Cash (OTC) cycle while driving accuracy, efficiency, and business performance.
Duties
Serve as the primary finance partner for assigned client accounts, providing ongoing financial guidance across the full business lifecycle.
Partner with Sales and cross-functional teams to evaluate pricing, business terms, and promotional strategies.
Build and maintain simulated P&L models to assess financial impact of business decisions.
Support pre-sales and post-sales financial analysis and deal evaluation.
Own end-to-end AR management, including invoicing, booking, clearing, and reconciliation.
Monitor AR aging and proactively drive resolution of outstanding balances.
Conduct price audits, validate EDI transmissions, and perform pre-voucher audits to ensure billing accuracy.
Oversee customer deductions, including investigation, validation, and resolution.
Establish closed-loop processes to reduce recurring deduction issues and improve recovery rates.
Perform monthly variance analysis (actual vs. forecast/target) and identify key drivers.
Monitor KPIs across assigned accounts, highlighting risks and opportunities.
Deliver clear, data-driven insights to support business decisions.
Identify and implement process improvements across OTC and finance operations.
Support finance digitalization initiatives, including system enhancements and automation.
Contribute to continuous improvement efforts across finance and cross-functional teams.
Qualifications & Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
3+ years of experience in a Finance Business Partner (FBP) or commercial finance role.
Strong experience in accounts receivable, trade spend management, and financial analysis.
Proven ability to translate complex financial data into actionable insights.
Experience supporting retail, distribution, or channel-driven business models preferred.
Exposure to overseas or international AR processes is a strong plus.
Strong ownership mindset with high attention to detail and accountability.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
Nice to Have
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or progress toward certification.
Experience in consumer electronics or high-volume retail environments (e.g., Best Buy, Walmart, Amazon).
Advanced financial modeling skills, including scenario planning and sensitivity analysis.
Experience with ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle.
Familiarity with EDI transactions and large retailer operational workflows.
Experience managing high-volume customer deductions and dispute resolution processes.
Exposure to finance digitalization, automation, or system implementation initiatives.
Experience working in a global or cross-border organization, particularly supporting HQ teams based in Asia.
Mandarin Chinese language proficiency.
Working Conditions
This is an on-site position based in Irvine, CA. Occasional travel may be required to support retail meetings, industry research, or internal planning sessions. Typical office environment with extended periods of computer-based analytical work.
Cognitive and Physical Demands
Daily: Extended periods of sitting, computer work, data analysis, and presentation development. Frequent: Application of professional judgment aligned with company policies and strategic priorities; learning and utilizing new data platforms and analytical tools.
Benefits
Vacation: Starting at 10 days per year.
Health & Wellness Days: 10 days per year (prorated based on start date).
Paid Holidays: 12 days per year.
Medical Insurance.
Dental Insurance.
Vision Insurance.
401(k) & Retirement Plan.