Financial Planning & Analysis Manager

Company Description

The Wonderful Company is a company committed to offering high-quality, healthy, and iconic brands such as Wonderful Pistachios, Wonderful Halos, FIJI Water, and POM Wonderful. We foster a collaborative workforce that encourages an entrepreneurial spirit and openness to change.

The Financial Planning & Analysis Manager is responsible for providing financial reporting and analysis to senior leadership. Reporting to the Sr. Director, Finance & Treasury, the Financial Planning & Analysis Manager acts as a key member of various aspects of cash forecasting, annual budgeting, strategic planning, and monthly reporting.

They interact with several business units across the organization and are relied on as a critical stakeholder within the department by providing regular decision support to senior management. They have strong analytical and Excel skills and prior experience budgeting and forecasting within a corporate environment. They are proactive, pay great attention to detail, work independently to deliver results under deadlines, and work effectively cross-functionally in a rapidly changing environment. 

This position will be based at our West Los Angeles, CA office. We work a hybrid schedule with an in-office requirement Monday-Wednesday and the option to work remotely on Thursday and Friday.

Job Description

• Financial Reporting:
  • Prepare consolidating monthly financial reporting models from several business units.
  • Provide accurate and timely financial reports to senior leadership.
• Budgeting and Forecasting:
  • Support annual budget process.
  • Monitor and analyze financial performance against budgets and forecasts.
• Cash Flow Management:
  • Support longer-term financial planning and cash flow forecasting.
  • Implement strategies to improve accuracy of cash forecasting.
• Financial Analysis:
  • Conduct financial analysis to support strategic decision-making on ad hoc projects.
  • Provide insights into key financial metrics and trends.
  • Analyze large volumes of data and present in a concise and intuitive manner; interpret data to explain past financial performance and project future results and formulate a coherent story with clear, easy to follow conclusions and implications.
• Team Development:
  • Provide mentorship and professional development opportunities for team members.
  • Foster a collaborative and high-performance work environment.
• Act as a collaborative team player who builds strong relationships across functional lines and thrives on adding value.
• Reduce waste and drive continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• 5 to 7 years of progressive work experience in accounting, finance, or other related data and analysis-intensive field.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related field.
• Superior analytical and reporting skills with the ability to resolve issues and develop new processes when necessary.
• Advanced knowledge of Excel is required - demonstrated experience with pivot tables, formulas and external data sources.
• Ability to perform financial and operational analysis, including ability to effectively communicate findings and recommendations.
• Must be able to multi-task, prioritize and work quickly/accurately under pressure.
• Organized, goal oriented, energetic, team player and responsive.

Pay Range: $125,000-$135,000 and may include a discretionary bonus. Final compensation will be dependent upon skills & experience.

Additional Information

• Thriving Wellness Community: Access to top-notch medical coverage comprehensive vision and dental plans, and a 401k with match eligibility to secure your financial future and including: 
  • 24/7 online physician consultations 
  • virtual mental health resources 
  • life coaching 
  • engaging employee community groups 
  • cash rewards for healthy habits and fitness reimbursements 
  • library of on-demand fitness videos 
• Career Advancement Opportunities: Unlock your potential with clear paths for career progression and internal mobility across our diverse family of brands and business units. 
• Focused Learning and Development: Grow as a leader with our dedicated Learning and Organizational Development department, offering extensive resources like People Manager and leadership training, webinars, and eLearning courses. 
• Empowering Mentorship Program: Connect with colleagues through our company-wide mentorship program to share goals, overcome challenges, and drive your career forward. 
• Continuous Improvement Training: Participate in training that empowers all employees to learn and im