Description
The Financial Analyst will support the On-Premise Marketing and Festival & Events teams within RBNA. The role involves responsibilities such as financial planning, reporting, budget management, and analyzing volume and investments. The Financial Analyst will collaborate across different functions and with stakeholders at all organizational levels to provide actionable insights and data-driven solutions that guide budgeting decisions and enhance performance. Acting as a business partner to the Marketing and Festival & Events teams, this position involves leading financial analyses, presenting recommendations to senior leadership, and managing consolidated reporting for the broader On-Premise Finance team. Additionally, the Financial Analyst will spearhead efforts to automate and optimize reporting processes using Power BI. This role presents a high-visibility opportunity for a motivated, self-starting individual to work across departments, engage with various stakeholders, and contribute significantly to the success of a rapidly growing global brand.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Areas that play to your strengths
All the responsibilities we’ll trust you with:
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- REPORTING & ANALYSIS
Assist in the preparation and continuous improvement of the month-end management reporting package.
Review existing reports to identify redundancies and automate reporting processes using Power BI, minimizing manual work while maximizing time for analysis, commentary, and generating insights.
Conduct variance analysis by comparing actual results to the latest plans, delivering comprehensive and high-quality reports to business stakeholders.
Ensure prompt distribution of financial information to all budget holders by providing reports, granting system access, and sharing insights during regular forums and meetings.
Proactively assess and track financial risks through analysis of monthly trends and anticipated changes in forecasts.
Offer actionable recommendations to management to address budget risks and enhance return on investment.
Combine and streamline multiple data sources into clear, actionable reports for marketing and sales leadership.
- PLANNING & FORECASTING
Oversee the collection, submission, and consolidation of individual team plans for the Business Plan and Revised Estimate cycles.
Manage timelines, deliverables, and required inputs throughout the budgeting process.
Collaborate with, challenge, and influence budget owners during planning to ensure alignment with business priorities.
Proactively create year-to-go best estimates by maintaining a rolling forecast, reducing risks, and actively managing variances against agreed targets.
Organize and lead regular budget reviews, providing clear insights and actionable recommendations on the Latest Estimate (LE) to management.
- BUSINESS PARTNERSHIP
Collaborate closely with the On-Premise Marketing and Festival & Events teams, adopting a service-oriented approach while constructively challenging assumptions, asking critical questions, and offering strategic insights.
Assist Business Managers in reallocating budgets and ensure compliance with overall budget targets.
Quickly grasp complex business processes and convert them into clear, effective communications for stakeholders.
Provide both on-site and virtual training sessions to share best practices, standard procedures, and enhance the team’s financial expertise.
Develop scenario analyses and financial models in partnership with budget owners to evaluate the financial impact of investment decisions.
Work cross-functionally with Regional On-Premise Marketing and Field Finance teams to ensure alignment at the national level.
Perform ad hoc analyses to support performance improvement and guide business decision-making.
EXPERIENCE
Your areas of knowledge and expertise
that matter most for this role:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance from an accredited institution.
- 1 – 3 years of experience as a Financial Analyst.
- Exceptional analytical skills with the ability to identify trends, uncover opportunities, and translate analysis into actionable strategies.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; experience with Power BI is an advantage. Willingness to adapt and learn new ERP systems.
- Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of working independently across multiple departments.
- Strong understanding of sales drivers and the relationship between data, insights, and sales execution.
- Experience in the beverage or consumer packaged goods (CPG) industries is preferred.
- Highly motivated, fast learner with a positive mindset and a strong eagerness to grow professionally.
- Travel 0-10%
- Permanent
- Benefits eligible
WHERE YOU’LL BE BASED
Santa Monica California , United States
United States Red Bull North America