[ACCOUNTING & FINANCE] Senior Financial Analyst

Position Summary:

TCL North America is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst / Finance Supervisor to serve as a key Finance Business Partner (FBP) supporting assigned client accounts. This role sits at the intersection of Finance, Sales, and Operations, providing end-to-end financial oversight across the Order-to-Cash (OTC) cycle while driving accuracy, efficiency, and business performance.

The ideal candidate brings strong analytical capabilities, hands-on experience managing accounts receivable and trade spend, and the ability to translate financial data into actionable insights. This individual will play a critical role in supporting commercial decision-making, optimizing financial processes, and ensuring operational discipline across client accounts.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Finance Business Partnership & Commercial Support

• Serve as the primary finance partner for assigned client accounts, providing ongoing financial guidance across the full business lifecycle
• Partner with Sales and cross-functional teams to evaluate pricing, business terms, and promotional strategies
• Build and maintain simulated P&L models to assess financial impact of business decisions
• Support pre-sales and post-sales financial analysis and deal evaluation

Accounts Receivable & OTC Ownership

• Own end-to-end AR management, including invoicing, booking, clearing, and reconciliation
• Monitor AR aging and proactively drive resolution of outstanding balances
• Conduct price audits, validate EDI transmissions, and perform pre-voucher audits to ensure billing accuracy
• Oversee customer deductions, including investigation, validation, and resolution

Trade Spend & Financial Control

• Manage the full lifecycle of customer-related expenses, including accruals, tracking, and performance evaluation
• Ensure alignment between trade spend investments and commercial objectives with a focus on ROI
• Establish closed-loop processes to reduce recurring deduction issues and improve recovery rates

Financial Analysis & Reporting

• Perform monthly variance analysis (actual vs. forecast/target) and identify key drivers
• Monitor KPIs across assigned accounts, highlighting risks and opportunities
• Deliver clear, data-driven insights to support business decisions

Process Improvement & Digitalization

• Identify and implement process improvements across OTC and finance operations
• Support finance digitalization initiatives, including system enhancements and automation
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts across finance and cross-functional teams

These duties are directly related to essential operations, safety, trust, and compliance obligations within our organization. Please note that job duties may evolve based on business needs and additional responsibilities may be assigned as necessary to maintain operational efficiency and security. 

Physical and Work Environment Requirements:

• This is an on-site position based in Irvine, CA. Regular in-person attendance is an essential function of the role.
• Occasional travel may be required to support retail meetings, industry research, or internal planning sessions. 
• Typical office environment with extended periods of computer-based analytical work. 

Qualifications:

Must Have:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field
• 3+ years of experience in a Finance Business Partner (FBP) or commercial finance role
• Strong experience in accounts receivable, trade spend management, and financial analysis
• Proven ability to translate complex financial data into actionable insights
• Experience supporting retail, distribution, or channel-driven business models preferred
• Exposure to overseas or international AR processes is a strong plus
• Strong ownership mindset with high attention to detail and accountability
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

Nice to Have:

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or progress toward certification
• Experience in consumer electronics or high-volume retail environments (e.g., Best Buy, Walmart, Amazon)
• Advanced financial modeling skills, including scenario planning and sensitivity analysis
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle
• Familiarity with EDI transactions and large retailer operational workflows
• Experience managing high-volume customer deductions and dispute resolution processes
• Exposure to finance digitalization, automation, or system implementation initiatives
• Experience working in a global or cross-border organization, particularly supporting HQ teams based in Asia
• Mandarin Chinese language proficiency

Benefits:

• Vacation: Starting at 5 days per year
• Health & Wellness Days: 10 days per year (prorated based on start date)
• Paid Holidays: 12 days per year
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Matching

Compensation:

The anticipated base salary range for this position ranges from $70,000 - $90,000 annually. Actual compensation will be determined based on job-related factors, including skills, experience, education, training, certifications, and business needs. 

Employment Authorization: 

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire. TCL North America does not currently sponsor employment visas for this position. 

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We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. We provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees and prohibit discrimination and harassment on the basis of any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, business needs, and lawful work authorization requirements. We provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and for sincerely held religious beliefs and practices. Applicants requiring an accommodation in the application or interview process may contact na.hrsupport@tcl.com.