We are looking for a Financial/Operations Analyst to support data-driven decision-making for a retail operation in Moreno Valley, California. This role focuses on interpreting financial and operational performance, identifying trends, and delivering insights that improve efficiency and business results. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical judgment, advanced Excel capability, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-moving environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Analyze financial and operational data to identify performance trends, cost drivers, and opportunities for improvement across retail business functions.<br>• Build and maintain reporting tools, dashboards, and financial models that support planning, forecasting, and day-to-day operational decisions.<br>• Perform ad hoc analysis to answer business questions, evaluate outcomes, and provide actionable recommendations to leadership.<br>• Investigate variances between actual results and forecasts or budgets, explaining key drivers and highlighting areas that require attention.<br>• Use data mining techniques and visualization tools such as Tableau to turn complex information into clear, useful insights.<br>• Partner with cross-functional teams to gather business requirements, improve reporting accuracy, and support process efficiency initiatives.<br>• Prepare concise summaries and presentations that communicate analytical findings to stakeholders with varying levels of financial knowledge.
<p>Our client is seeking an experienced Financial Planning & Analysis Manager to lead financial planning activities and provide decision support for a division in Fontana, California. This role partners closely with leadership to translate financial and operational data into actionable insight, strengthen reporting accuracy, and support strategic priorities. The position also contributes to accounting oversight, performance visibility, and process improvements across the finance function.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct the monthly forecasting cycle and coordinate the annual budget process to support short- and long-term business objectives.</p><p>• Develop and maintain financial models that evaluate multiple business scenarios and help leadership assess potential outcomes.</p><p>• Prepare recurring forecasts and performance updates that identify key risks, growth opportunities, and operational trends.</p><p>• Analyze variances between actual results and plans, then communicate the drivers behind performance changes in a clear and timely manner.</p><p>• Create executive-ready dashboards and reporting packages that summarize financial results and support leadership decision-making.</p><p>• Perform detailed reviews of profitability, product-level costs, margin movement, cash flow impact, and capital deployment opportunities.</p><p>• Provide backup support for accounting leadership to help maintain continuity across core finance and reporting activities.</p><p>• Oversee accurate month-end and year-end financial reporting while ensuring adherence to corporate policies, internal controls, and compliance standards.</p><p>• Identify and implement improvements to accounting and reporting processes to increase efficiency, strengthen accuracy, and enhance financial control.</p>