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Monster Energy•Corona, CA

15h•$70,304 - $78,740

About The Position

We are seeking a detail-oriented Junior Financial Analyst to support our accounting and commercial teams by delivering accurate financial statements, analyzing variances, and identifying root causes of posting discrepancies. This role plays a critical bridge between Finance/Accounting and Sales/Revenue Growth Management, ensuring financial data is reliable, actionable, and clearly communicated.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
2–4 years of experience in accounting, finance, or financial analysis
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
High attention to detail and accuracy
Proficiency in Excel (e.g., pivot tables, lookups)
Strong communication skills with the ability to explain financial concepts to non-finance partners

Nice To Haves

Experience with SAP ECC or SAP S/4HANA systems and reporting tools is a plus

Responsibilities

Prepare and deliver periodic financial statements (e.g., P&L reports, account summaries) to Sales and RGM department heads and business stakeholders
Ensure reports are accurate, timely, and aligned with agreed reporting standards
Provide basic interpretation of results to support business decision-making
Analyze monthly and ad hoc variances across accounts
Investigate deviations from forecasts, budgets, and prior periods
Partner with Accounting, Sales, and RGM teams to explain drivers of financial performance
Assist in developing and maintaining sales and financial forecasts
Analyze trends, historical data, and business drivers to support forecast accuracy
Compare actual results to forecasts and identify key variances and risks/opportunities
Collaborate with Sales/RGM, Operations, Marketing, and Finance teams to refine assumptions and improve forecast reliability
Identify and research posting errors, misclassifications, and system-related discrepancies
Perform detailed transaction-level analysis to determine root causes
Collaborate with accounting operations and systems teams to correct errors and prevent recurrence
Track recurring issues and recommend process improvements
Act as a liaison between all teams
Respond to inquiries regarding financial results and reporting
Support continuous improvement initiatives in reporting and data accuracy
Assist in maintaining data integrity and adherence to accounting policies
Support month-end close activities related to analysis and reporting
Document processes and standard operating procedures