Financial Analyst III
Company: See's Candies Inc
Location: San Francisco
Posted on: November 13, 2024
Job Description:
Quality without Compromise is not just a motto at See's Candies.
It is the most important ingredient in our recipe for success.
See's Candies has been in business since 1921 and maintains a
reputation for producing the highest quality candy and providing
superior customer service. See's is a leader in the confectionary
industry with over 250 retail shops across the USA. We are seeking
friendly, enthusiastic individuals who are passionate about
providing great customer service.Job Description Summary:This
position is a key contributor to the analysis of financial results
and key performance metrics, and is responsible for supporting the
drafting, implementation, monitoring and support of the budget and
other financial and analytical reports and tools. The ability to
gain information from various systems, such as general ledger,
store point-of-sale, and e-commerce order management is also a key
attribute of this position to provide useful management
knowledge.Job Description:
- Work with budget managers to prepare headcount, operating
expense, and capital budgets.
- Manage the monthly variance analysis of financial results,
including reviews with business partners to ensure understanding of
the drivers and operational impacts.
- Champion FP&A best-practices and assist business partners
with improvements that drive a meaningful budget process.
- Partner with accounting teams to research and resolve unusual
variances and enhance the accuracy of monthly financial
reporting.
- Work collaboratively with business partners to develop key
benchmarks for each sales channel and product cost area, including
labor spending productivity, expense savings targets and other
departmental scorecard measures.
- In partnership with the Controller, review reporting elements
within the current chart of accounts to implement suggested changes
that enhance financial variance insights.
- Perform reporting and analysis as requested, with special
projects as assigned.
- Responsible for identifying opportunities to enhance technology
and innovation that will enhance department effectiveness.
- All See's staff must be committed to the Company's core
principles and workplace values, including a demonstrated
commitment to diversity and inclusion.Minimum Qualifications:
- 4-7 years financial planning and variance analysis experience,
preferably in business areas related to multi-channel retail and/or
consumer products manufacturing.
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance. Equivalent work
experience will be considered in lieu of degree.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
- Experience with Adaptive Planning a plus.
- Strong communication skills and ability to coordinate efforts
across various business leads; collaborative working style to
effectively partner across various levels within the
organization.
- Effective writing skills that demonstrate capabilities to
convey structured communications points within the company and to
outside service providers.
- Self-motivated and highly organized; proven ability to provide
timely and accurate information to drive performance of the
organization.
- Ability to multi-task, adjust priorities and handle diverse
responsibilities simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
- Proven ability to learn new technologies quickly and manage
change efficiently, proactively and in a positive manner.The pay
range for this position at commencement of employment is expected
to be between $100 - $120K per year; however, base pay offered may
vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market
location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.The total
compensation package for this position may also include other
elements, in addition to a full range of generous medical,
financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and
various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and
parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of
participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an
employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will
be in an "at-will position" and the Company reserves the right to
modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or
compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to
individual performance, Company or individual department/team
performance, and market factors.See's is an EOE. See's will
consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal
histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of
applicable local, state or federal law (including San Francisco
Ordinance #131192 and Los Angeles Municipal Code 189.00).
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