Finance Manager

LUXURY BRAND PARTNERS L•La Junta, CO

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a dedicated and talented Finance Manager to join our team. In this role, you will play a critical role in driving financial planning, forecasting, and performance analysis across a fast-growing beauty brand. This role partners closely with Global Sales, Marketing, Demand Planning, and Operations to deliver insights that support strategic decision-making, profitable growth, and operational discipline. The ideal candidate is highly analytical, detail-oriented, and comfortable operating in a dynamic, private-equity–backed environment. As a member of the Finance & Operations team, you will collaborate with all teams cross-functionally and report directly to the SVP Finance & Operations. HYBRID: This role is classified as exempt from the Fair Labor Standard Act’s overtime requirement and is open to candidates based in (Los Angeles, CA). While the position is primarily remote, it follows a hybrid schedule requiring occasional in-person work in Culver City, CA 90230. The role requires working in PST hours, so candidates located on the West Coast are preferred. A reliable internet connection and a dedicated workspace free from significant distractions are essential for remote work.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field required; MBA, CPA, or CFA preferred.
5–8+ years of progressive experience in FP&A, corporate finance, or accounting, preferably within consumer, beauty, retail, or DTC environments.
Hands-on experience supporting the month-end close process, including preparing and booking journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations.
Strong understanding of financial statements, including P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow, and how operational activity flows through the general ledger.
Experience managing or supporting annual budgets, forecasts, and long-range plans in a fast-paced environment.
Proven ability to analyze multi-channel performance (DTC, wholesale, specialty retail) and translate data into actionable insights.
Advanced proficiency in Excel (financial modeling, large datasets, scenario analysis); experience with ERP systems such as NetSuite strongly preferred.
Experience with BI and reporting tools (Tableau, Power BI, Looker) to build dashboards and management reporting.
Strong communication skills with the ability to present financial results and recommendations to senior leadership and non-finance partners.
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines with minimal supervision.

Nice To Haves

MBA, CPA, or CFA preferred.
Prior exposure to private equity–backed companies, board reporting, or investor-facing deliverables is a plus.
experience with ERP systems such as NetSuite strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Support the monthly close process by preparing and booking journal entries, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of financial results.
Assist in month-end close activities, including account reconciliations, variance analysis, and coordination with Accounting and cross-functional teams
Ensure financial results are accurately reflected in the general ledger and aligned with forecasting and reporting assumptions
Develop and maintain monthly, quarterly, and annual sales and operations forecasts in collaboration with Global Sales, Marketing, and Demand Planner.
Oversee and manage all aspects of the monthly, quarterly, and annual planning cycles, covering P&L, and balance sheet
Monitor actual results versus forecasts and budgets; analyze variances and provide clear, actionable insights.
Prepare, present, and report P&L results SVP Finance & Operations
Support the monthly close process to ensure complete, accurate, and timely financial results, including variance analysis and commentary for P&L, and balance sheet.
Provide in-depth financial analysis across key sales channels (DTC, wholesale, specialty retail), identifying trends, risks, and growth opportunities to inform go-to-market strategies
Evaluate the financial impact of promotional activities, pricing strategies, and discounting by channel or product line; recommend adjustments to improve ROI
Partner with Sales Operations to track and analyze KPIs such as revenue per door, conversion rates, average order value, customer acquisition costs, and promotional effectiveness.
Monitor gross margin trends across products and channels and identify levers to improve profitability.
Prepare monthly management reporting packages with clear narratives, dashboards, and insights, present results to leadership.
Create and maintain dashboards to track key performance metrics for various stakeholders.
Build and maintain financial models for new business concepts, new product launches, channel expansion, and special projects, providing scenario analysis and strategic insights.
Collaborate cross-functionally to support strategic initiatives with robust financial analysis.
Recommend and implement process improvements to enhance forecasting accuracy, reporting efficiency, and overall financial rigor.
Support key projects such as planning system enhancements, reporting standardization, and financial process optimization.
Perform ad hoc analysis as needed to support evolving business needs.
Track all department corporate card expenses
Own and manage expense-related purchase orders, partnering cross-functionally to ensure timely completion and accurate reporting
Partner with Executive Director of Supply Chain to forecast inventory purchases in a monthly basis
Assist with special projects or initiatives as needed to support departmental goals.
Provide backup coverage for team members during absences or peak workload periods.
Perform additional administrative tasks or clerical duties as assigned.
Support cross-departmental efforts or collaborative initiatives when required.

Benefits

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance along with additional ancillary benefits
Flexible spending and health savings accounts (FSA/HSA)
Employer paid life insurance coverage with optional supplemental life insurance available
Employer paid long-term and short-term disability
Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Starting with 10 vacation days, 4 fixed personal days and 5 sick days (unless state law requires otherwise, in which case we will comply with state law)
Twelve paid holidays
Paid parental leave
Compensation commensurate with industry standards and your qualifications
401(k) with company match
Monthly technology allowance
Eligible for annual discretionary bonus
Quarterly sample boxes featuring our brands products
Employee referral program with rewards