Analyst, Finance, FP&A (NARS & Tory Burch)
NARS Cosmetics is a part of Shiseido Americas, a subsidiary of the renowned Shiseido Company Limited. They are seeking a detail-oriented Financial Analyst to support global brand operations for NARS and Tory Burch, focusing on budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive strategic decision-making.
Responsibilities
- Manage budgeting and reporting processes for US global brand P&L statements
- Conduct comprehensive variance analysis comparing actual performance to budget and forecasts
- Prepare detailed financial commentary explaining performance drivers, trends, and business insights
- Support actualization of budgets and collaborate with business partners on reforecasting cycles
- Analyze profitability of new product launches and provide recommendations
- Evaluate financial impact of product discontinuations and portfolio optimization decisions
- Calculate and maintain gross margin benchmarks across brands and product categories
- Identify and describe key margin drivers, providing actionable insights to improve profitability
- Work closely with Marketing, Operations, and Product teams to understand business performance
- Partner with business stakeholders to develop accurate forecasts and strategic financial plans
- Support ad-hoc analysis and special projects as business needs arise
- Communicate financial results and insights to various levels of management
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for global brand operations
- Maintain and enhance financial models and reporting templates
- Support month-end close processes and ensure accuracy of financial data
- Identify opportunities to streamline processes and improve reporting efficiency
Skills
- 1-2+ years of experience in financial analysis, FP&A, or related finance roles
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field
- Advanced Excel skills - expert-level proficiency in financial modeling, pivot tables, VLOOKUP, and complex formulas
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with keen attention to detail
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to present complex financial information clearly
- Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
- Understanding of P&L dynamics and financial statement analysis
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities
- Strong business acumen and curiosity about understanding business drivers
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
- Life and Disability Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Volunteer Days
- Paid Company Holidays
- Paid Parental Leave
- 401K with 6% Company Match
- Talent Development & Learning Programs
- Internal & International Mobility
- Product Discounts & Annual Gratis
- Employee Led Affinity Groups
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Participation in our bonus program which features the ability to overachieve
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