Senior Financial Analyst

For more than 45 years, Pharmavite has been a trusted leader in the wellness industry, recognized for providing quality vitamins, minerals and supplements under our Nature Made® brand name.

This role contributes to Pharmavite's success by providing decision support to the Organization to drive business growth and improve profitability. Responsible for completing complex financial analysis to support the development of the annual operating plan, quarterly financial forecast and the strategic plan for assigned business unit(s) and/or department(s). Performs ad-hoc analyses and/or supports cross-functional projects to improve operational efficiencies and optimize profitability. Also supports the control function around expenses and/or capital investments.

* Supports the development of the annual operating plan, financial forecast process, and strategic plan for assigned business unit(s) and/or departments. * Provides insightful management reporting on actual vs. plan (forecast) information to assigned business unit(s) and/or department(s). Analyzes data trends and market developments to adjust forecast models and assumptions. Creates models, conducts research, and analyzes actual business performance against targets in the Operating Plan, Strategic Plan, and Forecasts as applicable. Quantifies opportunities and risks, and recommends alternatives. * As a key member on cross functional teams, analyzes new products/business opportunities, customer-specific and/or special programs/projects (e.g., pricing, special packs, bonus programs, excess inventory programs, process improvements, capital projects), modeling the business case related to them and the impact on budget/forecast. Performs post audits of results in order to measure against original estimates. * Partners with assigned business unit(s) and/or department(s) to actively manage budgets and the monthly close process in line with company policy and GAAP. * Peforms promotional analytics and shares insights and optimization recommendations with all internal customers, as applicable. * Assists in the preparation of financial presentation materials which are presented to Business Teams, Senior Management, Executive Team and/or Board of Executive Managers. * Works directly with ITS in the implementation of systems, providing financial expertise and ensuring the integration with all departments from a business standpoint, and among other ITS projects. * Conducts ad-hoc analyses as needed to support operational decision making and improve profitability. * May prepare monthly general ledger account analysis and journal entries as needed. * Performs other related duties as assigned.

**Education:** Requires a four year college or university degree or its equivalent. A Masters of Business Administration (MBA) is preferred. **Experience:** Requires a minimum of five years experience in business analytics, accounting, or a related field; experience in a consumer products company preferred. **Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:** * Knowledge of profit/loss statement preparation, balance sheet relationships and annual budget process. Working knowledge of GAAP. * Expert level proficiency in Excel and graphics software. * Strong oral & written communication skills. * Excellent analytical and problem solving skills, outstanding customer service orientation. * Detail oriented and thorough, with the ability to think ‘big-picture' and understand the key trends and levers that drive the business. * Works well in a dynamic, fast-paced, multitasking environment. * Self starter who can work independently and show initiative. * Knowledge of Hyperion preferred. **Physical Requirements:** General office environment, ability to sit for long periods of time. Ability to move about an office. **Environment:** Exposure to disagreeable elements is negligible. **Safety:** The incumbent must be able to perform this job safely without endangering the health or safety of self or others.