Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field
3+ years of experience as a Finance Business Partner or similar role
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Experience with accounts receivable and trade spend management
Familiarity with retail or channel-driven business models preferred
Experience with international AR processes is a plus
Detail-oriented with strong ownership and accountability
Proactive with the ability to handle multiple priorities
Strong cross-functional communication skills
Fluency in English; Mandarin Chinese proficiency is a plus
Responsibilities
Serve as primary finance partner for assigned client accounts
Collaborate with Sales and other teams on business evaluations
Develop P&L models to assess financial impacts
Manage accounts receivable across product categories
Conduct billing accuracy audits and monitor AR aging
Oversee customer-related expenses and ensure alignment with trade spend objectives
Identify opportunities for process improvement in OTC cycle
Benefits
Starting vacation of 10 days per year
10 health and wellness days per year
12 paid holidays annually
Comprehensive medical insurance
Dental and vision insurance
401(k) and retirement plan
Full Job 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)
