Financial Planning & Analysis Lead

At Hamilton Beach Brands, Inc., a leading designer, marketer and distributor of small household and commercial appliances, our culture is one of hard work, ethical behavior, and teamwork.  We roll up our sleeves and work hard to create products that have been pleasing customers for over 100 years.   We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package which includes health, dental, and vision insurances, HSA contributions, Profit Sharing, and a 401(k) plan with vested contributions beginning Day One.  We provide paid vacation and holidays, summer hours and a paid charitable day off. To offset the cost of staying fit we offer a quarterly subsidy, and you can purchase our products at a discounted cost. We have a casual dress code, flexible hours, and development opportunities. These are just a few of the advantages of working for this dynamic company. 

We are seeking qualified candidates for an FP&A Lead at our Corporate facility located in Glen Allen, VA. This position is hybrid, on-site 3 days per week.

This role will partner closely with Global Supply Chain Operations leadership to deliver financial insights, drive cost optimization, and improve decision-making across the supply chain. The ideal candidate has strong financial acumen, advanced modeling skills, and a deep understanding of supply chain processes.

Responsibilities include: 

• Serve as the finance business partner to the Global Supply Chain and Operations teams
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis for all supply chain-related expenses, including product costs, logistics, warehousing, and inventory
• Develop, maintain, and improve financial models to support supply chain planning, scenario analysis, and strategic initiatives 
• Analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess operational efficiency, cost drivers, and margin performance 
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to support cost savings initiatives, capital investments, and sourcing strategies 
• Monitor, review, and report on excess inventory levels; partner with operations and supply chain teams to identify root causes, mitigate financial impact, and drive reduction strategies to improve working capital 
• Partner with Accounting during monthly and quarterly close processes to ensure accurate accruals and reporting for supply chain-related activities
• Prepare and present financial performance reports, data-driven insights and analysis, and strategic recommendations to senior leadership, including CFO, VP of Supply Chain, and Executive Management 
• Work collaboratively with the entire FP&A team to communicate key supply chain insights and activities, ensuring cross-functional awareness and alignment to assess potential financial and operational impacts across the broader business
• This role will partner closely with Global Supply Chain Operations leadership to deliver financial insights, drive cost optimization, and improve decision-making across the supply chain. 

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, or related field (MBA or CPA preferred)
• MBA or CPA preferred
• 3 - 5 years of combined experience in Financial Planning & Analysis, Accounting and Cost Accounting, with at least 2 years focused on supply chain or manufacturing finance; 
• 1 year of supervisory experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of supply chain finance concepts including product costs, logistics, warehousing, and inventory
• Strong Excel and financial modeling skills
• Excellent communication and business partnering skills, with the ability to influence non-finance stakeholders
• Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Advanced Excel skills required, including modeling, pivot tables, and complex formulas
• Experience with planning and reporting tools like IBM Planning Analytics, Hyperion, Essbase, Onestream, SAP Analytics
• Proficiency with enterprise resource planning systems such as Epicor, SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or similar platforms.
• Strong working knowledge of Power BI, Tableau, or other data visualization tools preferred
• Experience working with inventory management, MRP, or supply chain planning systems is a strong plus

Hamilton Beach Brands, Inc. is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce.  We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. Our company uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.E-Verify.gov.

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