Senior Financial Analyst

Topix Skin Health covers multiple skin care lines and is a national leader in the design, manufacture and sale of fine quality skin care. Specifically, this role would be working on the DERMA E and thinksun brands under Topix Skin Health. At Topix, we are committed to delivering the highest quality product with our signature service. In all of our departments, you will come across an opportunity to work with experienced team members and tackle challenging projects.

We believe that our employees and their dedication to our products and customers have been the key to our success.

Position Summary:

The Senior Financial Analyst will play a key role supporting the Senior Director of Finance and the DERMA E and Think brands. This position will manage financial aspects related to these brands and partner with the Sales and Marketing teams to provide actionable business analytics and fact-based recommendations that will assist in delivering the stated objectives of both the brand portfolio and Topix as a whole.

This position will also play a role in the monthly financial close process along with the annual budgeting process. Multitasking and the ability to work with all levels of cross-functional business team members in a fast-paced environment are essential. This position is fully remote, preferably based in Southern CA with occasional travel to NY (HQ).

The following list of essential job functions may be supplemented as necessary.

• Act as a business partner to the Finance, Accounting, Sales, Marketing, Operations and R&D business teams
• Serve as a key contact and financial lead for the DERMA E and Think brands
• Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the business drivers across the full P&L for the business teams and cross-functional partners (sales, gross-to-net deductions, COGS, Marketing, SG&A)
• Play a crucial role in the financial monthly close process and provide analysis and commentary on key drivers vs. the budget, forecast and prior year, and lead monthly financial discussions with the business teams
• Drive month-end activities such as (but not limited to) the following:
• Analyze gross-to-net deductions by customer and category and recommend accruals/adjustments
• Review operating expenses and recommend accruals/adjustments
• Calculate sales commissions and bonuses
• Build and enhance reporting to analyze performance and support decision-making
• Assist in the development of the annual operating budget and forecasts providing specific, actionable, and forward-looking commentary on the various changes as well as guidance on potential risks and opportunities
• Create comprehensive pro forma financial models for key business initiatives
• Constructively challenge the cross-functional business teams while offering alternative recommendations on key business decisions
• Provide training on financial concepts and systems to cross-functional business team members
• Participate/lead various finance-wide projects which will vary depending on business needs and encompass multiple brands
• Provide ad hoc financial and operational modeling and business case analysis in areas such as acquisitions and new product development
• Actively evaluate areas where automation and continuous improvements can be implemented
• Interface regularly with colleagues and leadership in every department including Finance, Sales, Marketing, Operations, R&D, outside consultants and team members at our private equity sponsorship group

Specific Job Knowledge, Skill and Ability:

• Strong analytical/quantitative skills utilizing technology tools, including proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and ERP systems
• Knowledge of GAAP reporting
• Proven ability to work independently and proactively to drive results and provide actionable insights based on data
• Willingness and ability to learn quickly and manage multiple projects with attention to detail
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills across all levels of the organization and functions
• Positive, professional, and customer-centric approach
• Experience with manufacturing companies a plus

Qualifications:

• 3-5 years experience in finance and/or accounting as a partner to cross-functional business teams
• Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, advanced formulas, VBA macros, etc.)
• Experience with Prophix or a similar performance management system a plus
• Experience working with large-scale data mining and reporting tools is desirable, including SQL queries
• Ability to deal with ambiguity, change and a dynamic business environment
• Ability to interact with all levels of management
• Very strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills and ability to present to senior management
• Excellent analytical and financial problem-solving skills
• Ideally interested in natural, clean beauty products