Senior Financial Analyst
Bright Event Rentals · Torrance, CA
قدّم وتابع مع أبلاي إيدجFrom weddings and celebrations to corporate gatherings and major sporting productions, our team works behind the scenes to bring events to life. We take pride in delivering exceptional experiences, embracing creativity, and making every event run seamlessly.We believe extraordinary events start with extraordinary people. If you take pride in your work, enjoy collaborating with a supportive team, and want to be part of something bigger, you’ll feel at home here.About the JobWe're looking for a Senior Financial Analyst to own budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting across our California, Arizona, and Texas markets. You'll partner closely with department heads, operations, and sales leadership to build forecasts, analyze performance, and turn financial data into clear, actionable insight. This is a highly cross-functional role for someone who's comfortable building models from scratch, explaining the "why" behind the numbers to non-finance partners, and helping modernize how we report and forecast as the business grows.What You’ll DoOwn and maintain the company's budget and forecast model for CA, AZ, and Texas, including the full P&L, balance sheet, cash flow, and headcount forecastsLead the annual budgeting cycle in partnership with department heads, from initial targets through board-ready consolidationDevelop into a subject matter expert on financial systems, including their setup, limitations, and maintenance requirementsLiaise with executive, management, and operational stakeholders to identify key performance indicators, their trends, and underlying driversBuild the monthly reporting package that identifies variances between budget and prior year (PY)Partner with centers of excellence across sales and operations as an embedded finance resource — pressure-testing assumptions, sizing initiatives, and building business cases for new investmentDevelop unit economics and cohort analysis to inform pricing, purchasing, and timing decisionsSupport headcount planning across SG&A and COGS in partnership with Operations and Human ResourcesRun the monthly forecast process for CA, AZ, and Texas; deliver variance analysis against budget and prior forecast with clear explanations of driversImprove the reporting stack — automating manual work, tightening data definitions, and reducing close-to-insight cycle time while improving accuracySupport ad hoc analysis for strategic projects as neededWhat You Bring (Required)3–5 years of experience in FP&A, investment banking, consulting, corporate finance, or a comparable analytical roleAdvanced Excel modeling skills — able to build a driver-based three-statement model from a blank sheetStrong grounding in accounting fundamentals and how the three statements connectDemonstrated ability to explain financial results to non-financial partners, with strong relationship-building skillsHigh attention to detail paired with good judgment about what's material and what isn'tBachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related fieldWhat You Bring (Preferred) Private equity–backed company experienceExperience with a planning tool (Planful, Anaplan, Adaptive Insights, etc.) and an ERP (NetSuite, Sage Intacct, SAP)SQL proficiency and comfort working directly with BI tools (Looker, Tableau, Power BI)Prior experience in the rental industryExperience supporting a board or an auditMBA, CPA, or CFAWhat Makes Us SpecialCompensation and BenefitsCompetitive pay + monthly bonus opportunityPaid time off and company holidaysComprehensive benefits package including:Medical, Dental, and Vision InsuranceCompany-Paid Basic Life and AD&D InsuranceShort-Term and Long-Term DisabilityTelehealth and Wellness programsFlexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)Employee Assistance Program401(k) with employer matchingOur Culture & WorkA team that has your back: We work across sales, warehouse, logistics, and operations to make every event successful. When challenges come up, our teams step in and support each other.Work that creates real moments: Every event represents something meaningful—a wedding, a celebration, a milestone, or a major gathering. Our work helps create experiences people remember for years.Pride in craft and reliability: We deliver consistently and professionally. Our team cares about the details, the quality of our products, and the experience we provide.Opportunities to grow: As we continue to expand, we invest in development, training, and career growth across roles, departments, and locations.Innovation and creativity: We encourage fresh ideas and empower our teams to find new ways to deliver exceptional events.