Senior Commercial Finance Analyst

About Liquid I.V.

This job description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions expected of the role. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his/her supervision. Ability to competently perform all the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, demonstrated commitment to the company’s mission, and the ability to work productively as a member of a team or work group are basic requirements of all positions at Liquid I.V.

We are committed to building an inclusive culture of belonging that not only embraces the diversity of our people but also reflects the diversity of the communities in which we work and the customers we serve. We know that the happiest and highest performing teams include people with diverse perspectives that encourage new ways of solving problems, so we strive to attract and develop talent from all backgrounds and create workplaces where everyone feels seen, heard, and empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work.

Liquid I.V. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

About our Team:

We are a world-class team of innovators and passionate change-makers, looking to develop transformative hydration solutions and make a meaningful impact on the world around us.  

At Liquid I.V., we are committed to building an inclusive culture of belonging that not only embraces the diversity of our people but also reflects the diversity of the communities in which we work and the customers we serve.    

Our team members enjoy a flexible and inclusive working environment, a highly collaborative and innovation-forward culture, generous benefits and perks that empower employees to champion their wellbeing every day, as well as an infinite supply of Liquid I.V. for extraordinary hydration. 

About the role:

Liquid I.V. is seeking a Senior Commercial Finance Analyst to join our Commercial Finance team. This role will be a key contributor in the decision-making process around the company’s financial investments. The successful candidate will partner with the Senior Finance Manager and cross functional team members to maximize return on spend investment and grow revenue and profit. You will have strong problem-solving skills and be able to translate complex financial analysis into actionable, easily digestible recommendations to business decision makers.

Functions and duties of this role include, but not limited to:

• Be a finance business partner to the commercial functions, which include Sales, Marketing, Innovation and Ecommerce.
• Assist the Senior Finance Manager with managing the company’s investments to optimize returns, including:

• Building spend forecasts and reporting.
• Leading regular financial reviews with multiple budget holders.
• Performing variance analysis of actuals vs forecast.
• Building actuals and forecast commentary.
• Leading financial analysis for key initiatives including business case development, ROI analysis, post-event financial review

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance.
• 2+ years finance experience in CPG environment (preferred)
• Motivated self-starter who sets and drives a change agenda and is solution oriented. 
• Commercial acumen and comprehensive understanding of financial reporting and management reporting.
• Proficiency in ERP systems, advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills required.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, verbal and written communication and negotiation skills.
• Holistic thinker takes into consideration internal and external business context as well as end-to-end business processes (product development, supply chain, marketing, sales) in financial analysis.
• Ability to translate complex financial analysis into easily digested key messages to stakeholders, providing visibility to key issues and actionable recommendations to influence decision making.
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams at all levels of the organization and manage multiple priorities.
• Flexibility to work under time constraints and deadlines.

What We Give:

• 100% company-paid medical, dental and vision insurance for employees (PPO, HMO and Kaiser options).
• A 401k plan with company match, short and long-term disability coverage. 
• A generous PTO and sick policy that includes 13+ paid annual holidays. 
• Wellness classes (fitness, mental health, nutrition, finance, etc.). 
• An Employee Assistance Program, including membership for guided meditation for all employees. 
• Monthly tech and wellness reimbursement. 
• An infinite supply of Liquid I.V. for endless hydration!  

Work Environment:

• Hybrid office environment with flexibility for industry events

Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

The compensation band for this position is $88,200 - $132,400 annually. The exact salary is determined by various factors including experience, skills, education, geographic location, internal company equity, and budget. The listed range is applicable only to the annual base salary and does not include additional perks, benefits, or applicable bonus eligibility comprising the total compensation package.

This job description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions expected of the role. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his/her supervision. Ability to competently perform all the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, demonstrated commitment to the company’s mission, and the ability to work productively as a member of a team or work group are basic requirements of all positions at Liquid I.V.

We are committed to building an inclusive culture of belonging that not only embraces the diversity of our people but also reflects the diversity of the communities in which we work and the customers we serve. We know that the happiest and highest performing teams include people with diverse perspectives that encourage new ways of solving problems, so we strive to attract and develop talent from all backgrounds and create workplaces where everyone feels seen, heard, and empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work.

Liquid I.V. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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