Financial Analyst III - Sales
Welcome to a better way, an authentic way. Welcome to Nature’s Way.
Inside our minds, inside our hearts, inside our business, inside our bottles.
Our reason for being, the purpose that inspires our work every day, is quite simple: Help people live healthy lives.
When we help people live healthy lives, we build a happier, healthier world for everyone.
How we go about our work drives TRUST in who we are, what we do, and the products we produce. That means something important to the world, and it means the world to us.
People TRUST
- Our products to be the gold standard
- Our words to be true
- Our claims to be honest,
- Our actions to have integrity.
Together we work with an awareness of how even small actions affect others, an attitude of kindness and concern for each other, and a drive for action that helps people live healthy lives.
It’s the best way. The right way. The only way. Nature’s Way.
Be a part of helping people live healthy lives as our new Financial Analyst III - Sales.
SUMMARY
The Financial Analyst III - Sales provides broad financial support to all areas of the business, while specifically supporting a particular Channel or Channels as assigned. This individual must have the ability to assess business needs, communicate key financial and business drivers, and build cross-functional relationships.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Sales Finance Business Partner Duties
- Monitor and analyze financial performance and business trends to support Sales partners in driving profitable revenue growth, including but not limited to analysis of revenue, GTN, expenses, forecasting, quotas, and profitability.
- Identity drivers of significant variances. Actively communicate issues and trends to business partners by providing specific, actionable, and forward-looking commentary.
- Support strategic decision-making by providing a financial perspective, including ROI and potential risk. Recommend actions for improved financial performance.
- Work with Leaders and Sales Reps to manage and optimize their promotional spend and ROI.
- Assist in the Annual Strategic Planning process.
- Participate in Sales Meetings as appropriate.
- Provide other ad hoc analysis as needed.
Other Financial Support
- Support month end process including but not limited to managing cost center spend, ensuring accurate representation of spend, and assisting cost center owners in managing to their budget.
- Assist with the budgeting and forecasting process for revenue, GTN, and expenses for assigned cost centers.
- Support assigned areas in the development of automated reporting utilizing the Power BI and Analysis for Excel tools.
- Focus on ensuring reports are effective by working with stakeholders on an ongoing basis to improve reporting and the related commentary / analysis.
- Assist with audits.
- Ensure compliance with accounting policies and regulatory requirements.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
- Exercise business judgment, analytical, and decision-making skills
- Strong experience in data mining / financial reporting tools such as SAP, Power BI, Analysis for Excel, Tagetik, etc.
- Strong demonstrated use and advanced knowledge of Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
- Ability to balance multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to work independently, with minimal supervision, and as a collaborative member of a diverse team
- Business analysis skills, with ability to see implications and provide consultative solutions/recommendations
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance and 5+ years of relevant work experience required.
All benefits are effective on day 1 of employment.
Medical Option to select either a PPO plan or one of 2 high – deductible medical plans that includes a company contribution to your personal health savings bank account.
Dental Delta Dental PPO & an option to select an enhanced dental plan.
Vision Routine preventative coverage under medical plan and an option to elect additional voluntary coverage
Time Off All employees receive 11 holidays off per year, as well as paid time off that starts at a minimum of two weeks per year.
401K Plan Company match of up to 4% as long as employees contribute a minimum of 6% to the account. An additional profit-sharing contribution is also made to employee accounts if the company meets its annual targets.
You’ll also enjoy a variety of other benefits that support your long-term health and wellness:
- Company provided short-term & long-term disability
- Life and AD&D insurance
- Flexible spending accounts
- Voluntary critical illness & accident coverage
- New parent phase-in program & paternity leave
- Educational assistance reimbursement
- Product discounts & a wellness program
Start Helping People live Healthy lives today!
What We Do
Nature’s Way® is one of the most recognized and trusted manufacturers of dietary supplements and vitamins. A pioneer in herbal supplements, the Nature’s Way brand is known for its expansive offerings of whole herbs, standardized extracts, vitamins & minerals, and homeopathic remedies. Beyond herbal supplements, Nature’s Way manufactures trusted brands such as Alive! ® multi-vitamins, Fortify probiotics, Umcka® Cold Care, and Sambucus. Our brands are sold through retail partners in the grocery, drug, mass, health food store, eCommerce and other channels, and we are proud to be growing rapidly.
Employees at Nature’s Way have a passion for building trustworthy brands that help improve the health and wellness of others. This is our mission and it forms the basis of everything we do. Whether developing science-based formulas, utilizing top-quality ingredients, or diligently adhering to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Nature’s Way is known for its unwavering commitment to quality and efficacy. That’s why consumers know that if it’s Nature’s Way, they can “Trust the Lea
