Finance Manager
ROLE OVERVIEWWe are seeking a highly analytical and commercially driven FP&A Manager to join a growing consumer-focused organization. Reporting to senior finance leadership, this role is central to a multi-channel business and will partner cross-functionally across merchandising, marketing, digital, and retail operations to support key financial decisions. This individual will own consolidated planning processes, deliver executive-level insights, and help shape the financial strategy of the organization.RESPONSIBILITIESFinancial Planning & Forecasting• Lead the annual planning cycle and periodic forecast updates across revenue, margin, and operating expenses• Develop and maintain rolling forecast models incorporating key business drivers such as product mix, channel performance, and seasonality• Partner with cross-functional teams to build bottoms-up sales and demand plans across categories and channels• Evaluate margin performance, including pricing, promotions, and cost inputs, and provide scenario analysisManagement Reporting & Business Insights• Prepare monthly and quarterly reporting packages for senior leadership, including performance vs. plan and key business metrics• Build and enhance reporting on channel and product profitability to support decision-making• Translate financial results into clear insights and actionable recommendations for stakeholders• Collaborate with Accounting to ensure alignment between forecasts and actual resultsStrategic Finance & Decision Support• Support evaluation of strategic initiatives such as new market entry, channel expansion, and capital investments• Develop financial models and business cases for key initiatives including marketing spend and product launches• Conduct industry and competitive analysis to provide context on performance and trends• Identify risks and opportunities and provide recommendations to leadershipProcess & Systems Improvement• Drive enhancements to planning processes, reporting capabilities, and financial systems• Partner with data and analytics teams to improve automation and data quality• Support development of junior team members and promote best practices in financial analysisQUALIFICATIONS• 5+ years of progressive FP&A or related experience within consumer, retail, or advisory environments• Experience supporting budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis in a mid-to-large scale organization• Strong financial modeling and analytical skillset• Ability to communicate effectively with senior stakeholders• Experience with financial planning tools (e.g., Anaplan, Adaptive, or similar) and ERP systems• Advanced Excel/Sheets; exposure to BI tools or SQL is a plus• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or similar fieldPreferred• Experience in a multi-channel or direct-to-consumer business model• Familiarity with digital/e-commerce performance metrics• Advanced degree or relevant certification (MBA, CPA, CFA)PERKS & BENEFITS• Modern office environment in a prime Los Angeles location• Clear opportunities for career progression• Comprehensive health benefits• Retirement plan with company match• Team events, occasional travel, and a collaborative culture• Additional lifestyle and employee perksKey Backgrounds of Interest• Consumer, retail, or apparel experience• OR investment banking / consulting background from a well-regarded firm