Senior Financial Analyst, Brand Finance

Responsibilities

• Serve as a business partner for the assigned portfolio on accounting and finance related questions by assessing business needs, identifying risks and opportunities, and clearly communicating financial results and issues.
• Participate in the preparation and compilation of the annual operating plan and strategic plan for the assigned components of the profit and loss statement.
• Update the monthly forecast for the assigned portfolio based on business changes and communicate actionable, forward-looking commentary and guidance on potential risks and opportunities.
• Participate in month-end and quarter-end close activities, including the identification and timely resolution of unusual items and issues.
• Provide comprehensive financial analysis and financial models for a variety of business needs, including product development, customer analysis, competitive analysis, and pricing.
• Lead the development of metrics, scorecards, and reporting for the assigned function.
• Evaluate and deliver periodic metrics, scorecards, and reports to support business decision-making.
• Provide financial planning and analysis support as needed.
• Participate in finance-wide projects based on evolving business priorities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Five or more years of professional general business and financial experience.
• Background and experience in profit and loss management with strong knowledge of financial systems and general accounting concepts.
• Experience developing strong partnerships with internal customers and peers and effectively managing those relationships.
• Experience working across multiple departments to complete projects or resolve organizational challenges.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with enterprise financial systems such as Systems, Applications, and Products in Data Processing.
• A self-directed approach with comfort operating in a fast-paced, ambiguous, and changing business environment.