Manager / Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Beauty/Retail - The PCA Group

Created 36 years ago, the PCA Group of Companies (PCA) is a privately-owned, global beauty holding company. Currently being led by the founders and the next generation of the family, the Group spans ~1500 employees in 5 geographic locations around the world, focused on omnichannel distribution and fulfillment for the beauty category. Multiple subsidiaries with a distinct leadership, business direction, and separate financial structure.

The PCA Group of Companies is currently seeking a dynamic Manager / Financial Planning and Analysis who has experience in the Beauty/Retail environment to round out our BEAUTYSPACE Team in Manhattan.

This is NOT A REMOTE role and will be required to work from our 5th Avenue office 3 days per week.

The Financial Planning and Analysis Manager (FP&A Manager) serves as a bridge between the finance department and other parts of the organization, ensuring that the company’s financial strategy supports its operational goals and adjusting that strategy based on ever-changing external and internal conditions. The role of the Financial Planning and Analysis Manager will be crucial in optimizing our operations and supporting our growth in the beauty sector.

Essential Functions:

Financial Management

• Assist with forecasting and budgeting processes. Monitor financial performance and track financial statement metrics for review by the CFO to ensure stability and growth
• Together with the CFO, prepare and present financial reports to the senior management relating to financial risks, investment returns, depository accounts, and liquidity status at a company and Brand Level.
• Assist with compliance reporting, including Fund and Bank Loan Agreements
• Analyze financial data and assist with review and analysis of financial deliverables up to and including financial budgeting at a brand level
• Perform variance analysis to compare actual financial performance against budgets and forecasts, identifying discrepancies and areas for improvement.
• Perform bank reconciliation (including set up of payments and schedules)
• Oversee and facilitate Profit and Loss documentation on a Brand level
• Support the brand level through effectively monitoring charge-back credit while closing and supporting all month-end deliverables
• Compile and close out all deliverables for Year-end
• Stock reconciliation and reporting

Risk Management

• Analyze financial data and market trends to help the organization anticipate and mitigate risks related to its financial strategy.

Performance Metrics

• Develop and refine key performance indicators (KPIs) and to measure the organizations performance; and provide support for data-driven decision making

Governance and Compliance

• Together with the CFO, ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal policies. Ensure that the organization's financial practices are transparent and uphold the principles of corporate governance

Financial Planning & Analysis Responsibilities

• Analyze current and past financial data and performance.
• Analyze financial data, industry trends, and provide forecasting support.
• Create financial models based on analysis to support organizational decision making.
• Organize and prepare data into accessible reports and perform various types of scenarios and analysis using key metrics to inform corporation’s expansion strategy.
• Assist with financial functions, such as assessing, planning, budgeting, cost control and project control.
• Evaluate and analyze a company’s financial data and provide recommendations for guiding business investments and overall financial strategy.

This position is Hybrid (Tuesday-Thursday in office), Monday and Friday work-from home

Work Location

126 5^th Avenue Suite 801

New York, NY 10011

Job Requirements:

• 5-10 years of experience in the field or in a related field
• Familiarity with financial programs and software
• Strong project management and analytical skills along with good judgement
• Strong Excel spreadsheet skills (v-lookups, pivots, macros)
• Thorough understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

Required Education and Competencies:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field
• MBA preferred with two-year professional experience as an accountant or auditor

Salary commensurate with experience ($85,000.00 to $105,000.00)

• PTO
• 401(k) with company match after 1 year
• Medical, Dental, Vision available on the first of the month after 60 days

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, marital or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity or expression, age, disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. The PCA Group of Companies recognizes and values the benefits of a diverse workforce.