Senior FP&A Analyst - Strategic Finance

Full-time - Mid Level

NY

About the position

R2Net is a diamond bridal jewelry company with a technology soul. R2Net Inc. is an innovative technology company that provides e-commerce and supply chain platforms to connect the entire span of the diamond industry’s ecosystem, including manufacturers, retailers and consumers. The Senior Analyst of Strategic Finance (FP&A) will support the Manager of Strategic Finance (FP&A) and the Vice President of FP&A in driving R2Net’s strategic and financial vision. This role serves as a key business partner to the Operations and Merchandising teams, working cross-functionally to provide valuable insights that enhance strategic decision-making. Collaborating closely with Operations leadership, including the COO, this individual will help optimize margin drivers, improve cost structures, and advance business performance. Additionally, the role will support scenario modeling for promotions and product launches while driving automation initiatives to enhance reporting, production, and operational efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Analyze financial performance against plans and forecasts, identifying gaps and providing actionable insights.
• Develop and enhance financial models, processes, and reporting to support evolving planning requirements.
• Oversee key aspects of the Operations & Merchandising budgets, tracking actual costs versus forecasts and proactively flagging deviations. Present findings to key stakeholders.
• Assess both quantitative and qualitative performance metrics for the Operations and Merchandising teams, delivering streamlined reports with actionable commentary.
• Drive cost efficiency initiatives by identifying opportunities for savings and monitoring the impact of cost optimization efforts.
• Prepare and deliver presentations to key stakeholders, including the R2Net Leadership Team, providing in-depth performance analysis.
• Support data transformation initiatives, including data management, reporting improvements, and detailed report generation for analysis.
• Support ad hoc projects as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business preferred (MS/MBA a plus).
• 3+ years of experience, including a minimum of 2 years in external audit, advisory/consulting, or investment banking, with a strong analytical and data-driven approach. Experience with a Big 4 firm is a plus.
• Proficiency in information systems and data tools for organizing and deploying financial insights.
• Strong financial and business acumen with the ability to interpret complex data and provide meaningful recommendations.
• Experience working with large datasets, ensuring accuracy and insightful analysis.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Excel, with strong skills in MS Word and PowerPoint.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively at all levels of the organization.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with SAP, PowerBI, or Tableau.
• Knowledge of SQL/Python is a plus.
• Background in Retail/CPG Industry.
• Experience supporting finance functions.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match
• Flexible spending account
• Health savings account
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee discount
• Parental leave
• Life insurance