Financial Analyst

Position

Benefit Cosmetics

You’re sooo Benefit!

The Corporate Financial Analyst supports all House of Benefit cost centers, TR Americas/Europe, and Andinas by providing actionable financial information, conducting in-depth financial analysis, and collaborating on budget and forecasting activities. The role involves meticulous monitoring of key metrics, identifying opportunities for improvement, and synthesizing qualitative insights.

 

What You’ll Do:

• Support month and year-end accounting close as necessary to meet monthly close schedule. This includes preparing accruals with department heads, researching financial posting issues, review preliminary results with Accounting partners to ensure completeness and accuracy of P&Ls.
• Conduct monthly review of Corporate P&Ls with Finance team to discuss variances against budget. Provide written variance commentary to Global Finance and upper management.
• Collaborate with department heads to develop program expense forecasts and implement various analytical frameworks (e.g. risk/opportunity assessment, core vs new, product categorization, committed vs uncommitted) to gather insightful qualitative information.
• Prepare P&L presentations that are clear and concise, and present financial results to various stakeholders which supports them in strategy and business-related decision making.
• Coordinate with all levels of management to support the annual budget cycle, preparing all annual budget packages and presentation materials.
• In collaboration with Global Finance, proactively monitor actuals and forecasts within Anaplan, ensuring data accuracy and completeness.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field desired
• 2+ years of experience in financial planning, analysis and modelling
• Experience presenting financial information to a non-financial audience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially with Excel
• Knowledge of any accounting ERP software preferably Axapta.
• Knowledge of planning software preferably Anaplan.
• Knowledge of basic Generally Acceptable Accounting Principles (GAAP) and International Finance Reporting Standards (IFRS) required.

Schedule:

• Hybrid - requires onsite presence weekly to Benefit's HQ Office in San Francisco, CA 

 

The target salary range for this position in California is $70,000 - $100,000 annually. The actual salary offered is based on market location and will depend on a variety of factors, which may include, as applicable, years of relevant experience; certifications or other professional licenses held; other legitimate, non-discriminatory business factors specific to the position; and the geographic location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will perform the job. This position is eligible to earn an annual bonus. This position is also eligible for the following benefits, including but not limited to: comprehensive health, dental and vision plans; a 401(k) plan with employer matching, various paid time off programs; employee discounts/perks; life insurance; disability insurance; flexible spending accounts.

• Contract type: Permanent Job