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Spindrift FP&A Analyst in Newton, Massachusetts
We’re looking for an FP&A Analyst to join our FP&A team and be a part of the biggest small brand in beverage. This is a dynamic, entrepreneurial and passionate team who is fanatical about our delicious product! We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture and are looking for a talented, analytically driven individual to join our team.
Reporting to the FP&A Director, the FP&A Analyst role will provide analytical support to the Finance and Operations team in order to drive action and superior business performance. The FP&A Analyst will be tasked with investigating trends, understanding variances to plan, improve reporting processes, and conveying results when it comes to all Spindrift product platforms.
Analysis
Take the lead in building and managing financial models for budgeting, forecasting and long-range planning related to COGS and inventory
Partner with Operations and Supply Chain teams to provide effective analysis of margin trends and variance reporting
Enhance monthly & quarterly internal and external reporting, including driving insightful analyses to explain trends and any variance to plans
Support monthly close process through close partnership with the broader Finance and Operations team
Help to identify key trends and potential risks & opportunities across the business
Assist in creation of ad-hoc analyses for cross functional leaders and management
Problem Solving
Collaborate with Finance and Sales leaders to analyze business performance metrics and identify opportunities and optimization
Support the Innovation team with ad hoc analysis and deep dives, forming clear, actionable data driven insights to help drive business decisions
Determine solutions to business opportunities and put into motion the right course of action to win
Demonstrate leadership and be a consulting partner to business unit directors
Improve current workflow by studying current practices and designing modifications
Essential Functions
Produce and present analysis and findings via monthly reporting packages for Sparkling and Spiked business leaders
Identify and schedule project deliverables, milestones, and required tasks
Proactively communicate key learnings from data analysis and actions with internal stakeholders
Manage small to medium-sized internal systems/application development projects within assigned areas from inception to successful implementation
Update analysis summaries on a cadenced basis for business managers
Responsibilities will fluctuate between regular, planned activities (70%) and ad hoc analysis (30%)
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
3-5 years in FP&A / corporate finance / investment banking / supply chain management
Extraordinary Excel / PowerPoint / financial modeling skills
Must be a proactive & highly organized self-starter, able to work independently and under tight deadlines
Excellent communication / collaboration skills required; role involves building strong relationships across the organization
Industry experience in CPG preferred
NetSuite or similar ERP system experience preferred
Experience managing and building Business Intelligence (Tableau) preferred
Working Conditions
- Ability to work in an open floor plan office in Newton, MA four days a week
Benefits
In addition to the salary range for this position ($80,000 - $90,000), Spindrift offers the following compensation and benefits:
Short-term and long-term incentive programs specific to level and department
Medical, dental, and vision insurance, with a current employer contribution rate of 80% towards monthly premiums, regardless of plan type selected
Company-paid life insurance, and a 401k retirement savings plan
Monthly cell phone allowance
Annual allowances for personal use of Spindrift product, health and wellness, professional development, and social justice education
A host of voluntary benefits including but not limited to additional life insurance, short-term disability and long-term disability insurance, pet insurance, commuter benefits, etc.
In addition to any paid leave benefits required by regulation, the company provides paid parental leave, vacation, sick, personal, bereavement, community service, and holiday time