Senior Financial Analyst (On-site, Irvine, CA)

Job DescriptionJob Description 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 may include but are not limited to: Serve as the primary finance partner for assigned client accounts, providing ongoing financial guidance and support across the full business lifecycle Partner closely with Sales and cross-functional teams to evaluate business terms, pricing structures, and promotional strategies Develop simulated P&L models to assess financial impact of business decisions and support pre-sales and post-sales activities Own accounts receivable (AR) management across all product categories for assigned clients, ensuring timely and accurate invoicing, booking, and clearing Conduct price audits, validate EDI transmissions, and perform pre-voucher audits to ensure billing accuracy Monitor AR aging and proactively drive resolution of outstanding balances Manage the full lifecycle of customer-related expenses, including policy development, accruals, tracking, and performance evaluation Ensure alignment between trade spend investments and commercial objectives, with a focus on ROI and financial control Oversee the end-to-end process for managing customer deductions, including investigation, validation, and resolution of discrepancies Establish closed-loop processes to minimize recurring issues and improve deduction recovery rates Conduct regular operational and financial analysis, including monthly variance analysis (actual vs. forecast/target) Monitor and evaluate key performance indicators (KPIs) for assigned accounts, identifying risks and opportunities Provide clear, data-driven insights to support business decision-making Identify opportunities to streamline and improve OTC processes, enhancing efficiency and accuracy Participate in finance digitalization initiatives, including system enhancements and automation projects Support continuous improvement efforts across finance operations Provide additional financial analysis and support for client-related initiatives as needed

Qualifications & Requirements:

Bachelor's degree or above in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field 3+ years of experience in a Finance Business Partner (FBP) or similar commercial finance role Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate data into actionable insights Experience with accounts receivable, trade spend management, and financial planning/analysis Familiarity with retail, distribution, or channel-driven business models preferred Experience supporting overseas or international AR processes is a strong plus Highly reliable, accountable, and detail-oriented with a strong sense of ownership Proactive and self-motivated, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment Strong cross-functional communication and stakeholder management skills Comfortable working under pressure and navigating ambiguity Fluent in English as a working language Mandarin Chinese proficiency is a strong plus

Working Conditions:

This is an on-site position based in Irvine, CA. 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.

Cognitive and Physical Demands:

Daily:

Extended periods of sitting, computer work, data analysis, and presentation development.

Frequent:

Application of professional judgment aligned with company policies and strategic priorities; learning and utilizing new data platforms and analytical tools.

Benefits:

Vacation:

Starting at 10 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) & Retirement Plan