Financial Analyst/Manager

Description We are looking for a Financial Analyst/Manager to support financial planning, performance analysis, and investment oversight for a dynamic organization in Buellton, California. This role combines strategic finance, treasury visibility, and operational insight to help leadership make informed decisions across a diverse portfolio. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical judgment, experience building clear reporting for stakeholders, and the ability to translate financial results into practical business recommendations.

Responsibilities:

• Direct cash position oversight by assessing liquidity, forecasting funding needs, and identifying appropriate use of excess capital.

• Analyze financial and operating results across portfolio businesses to surface key trends, performance gaps, risk factors, and growth opportunities.

• Partner with leadership on annual budgets, rolling forecasts, and longer-range planning initiatives that support business objectives.

• Create and maintain KPI reporting, dashboards, and standardized management packages for executives, internal teams, and investors.

• Perform benchmarking, scenario analysis, and valuation-oriented modeling to evaluate current operations and potential acquisition opportunities.

• Review investment activity and fund data, then prepare periodic performance summaries and materials for internal and committee-level discussions.

• Monitor treasury accounts and investment transactions, including activity related to marketable securities, mutual funds, and real estate holdings managed by external partners.

• Assess contractual financial terms and contribute analytical support for strategic projects such as acquisitions, working capital improvement, and portfolio readiness initiatives.

• Deliver real estate finance analysis, including asset-level performance reporting, and provide support on additional high-priority assignments as needed. Requirements • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related discipline.

• At least seven years of progressive experience in finance or accounting, with manufacturing experience strongly preferred.

• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, core accounting practices, and internal control frameworks.

• Demonstrated ability to build financial models, conduct variance analysis, and support budgeting processes.

• Experience working with data visualization and finance systems such as Power BI, NetSuite, Oracle, Cognos, or Anaplan.

• Familiarity with manufacturing environments, property accounting, or real estate finance is highly valued.

• CPA or CMA certification is preferred.

• Ability to communicate financial insights clearly and work effectively with cross-functional leadership teams.

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