Finance Manager, Operations & Supply Chain

Kendo Brands, Inc. • San Francisco, CA

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a highly capable Finance Operations Manager to lead the financial planning and analysis efforts for Operations across Kendo’ portfolio of brands including Freight, Logistics, and Inventory-related costs. The ideal candidate will brin operational finance experience, excellent modeling capabilities, and a collaborative, business-partnering mindset.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or related field (MBA or advanced degree preferred)
• 5+ years of finance experience ideally in CPG, beauty or retail with strong emphasis on operations finance and strategic business
• Advances Excel and financial modeling kills are a must; experience with planning systems (e.g. Anaplan) a plus
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to distill complexity into actionable insights
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills; proven ability to work cross-functionally and influence stakeholders
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Positive, proactive and adaptable with a passion for continuous improvement

Responsibilities

• Partner with Operations and Accounting teams to support budgeting, budget revisions, and strategic planning process
• Analyze and report on key operational KPIs with a focus on Freight and Logistics costs supporting our US and France distribution centers, identifying drivers of variance and opportunities for efficiency
• Maintain a consolidated rolling forecast to track progress against financial targets
• Prepare and maintain a consolidated Operations P&L, ensuring alignment across close cycles and forecast submissions
• Support month-end close activities including preparing accruals and journal entries between Operations and Accounting ensuring timely and accurate reporting
• Collaborate with Accounting on inventory valuation topics, including Excess & Obsolescense reserves
• Partner cross-functionally to access operational risks and opportunities that impact the P&L

Benefits

• medical, dental and vision insurance
• flex paid time off program
• parental leave
• employee discount/perks
• a retirement plan with employer contributions
• Summer Fridays
• opportunity to work from anywhere for two weeks during the calendar year and December wellness/shutdown week for applicable positions

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level