Financial Analyst, FP&A

About Us SharkNinjais a global product design and technology company, with a diversified portfolio of 5-star rated lifestyle solutions that positivelyimpactpeople’s lives in homes around the world. Powered by two trusted, global brands, Shark and Ninja , the company has a proventrack recordof bringing disruptive innovation to market and developing one consumer product after another has allowedSharkNinjato enter multiple product categories, driving significant growth and market share gains. Headquartered in Needham, Massachusetts with more than4,100associates, the company’s products are sold at key retailers, online and offline, and through distributors around the world. AI at SharkNinja At SharkNinja, we’re building an AI-native culture. We’re not waiting for the future; we’re creating it. Our people are expected to experiment boldly, adopt new tools, and continuously raise what’s possible to create meaningful impact for our consumers. If you believe the best way to do your job hasn’t been invented yet, you’ll fit right in. Summary of the Position Are you a detail-oriented financial professional with strong analytical skills and a passion for operating expense management? We are seeking a Financial Analyst, FP&A – Global OpEx to support global operating expense forecasting, budgeting, and actuals analysis within the Global Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) team. This role will initially focus on R&D OpEx, with scope that may evolve over time across other functional areas. This critical role partners closely with cost center owners, functional leaders, and Accounting across regions to deliver accurate forecasts, variance analysis, and decision-support insights that drive disciplined OpEx management. If you have a strong foundation in financial planning, variance analysis, and expense governance, this opportunity offers a platform to make a strategic impact in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Key Responsibilities Budgeting & Forecasting

• Support the global OpEx annual budget, quarterly forecast, and monthly outlook cycles, ensuring alignment with business objectives and financial targets.
• Partner with cost center owners and functional leaders to consolidate, challenge, and roll up OpEx forecasts across regions and departments.

Reporting, Forecasting & Analysis

• Analyze actuals vs. budget and forecast variances at the GL, cost center, and department level, identifying drivers and providing clear commentary for finance leadership.
• Deliver monthly close packages, dashboards, and standardized financial reports with actionable insights to support business decisions.

Financial Modeling & Scenario Planning

• Develop and maintain models to assess the financial impact of departmental initiatives, run‑rate changes, vendor contracts, and expense optimization opportunities.
• Build scenario analyses for OpEx reductions, reallocations, and discretionary spend trade‑offs to support quarterly EBITDA targets and strategic planning.

Process Optimization & Automation - Drive improvements in OpEx forecasting and reporting by streamlining recurring deliverables and leveraging tools such as Adaptive Insights, Oracle, Snowflake, Excel, and Power BI. Expense Governance & Controls - Support purchase order, contract, and accrual review processes, ensuring accurate expense recognition, GL hygiene, and compliance with internal controls and approval thresholds. Qualifications & Experience

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field required.
• Experience: 2–5 years of experience in Financial Planning & Analysis, Corporate Finance, or OpEx/Budget Management. Experience in global or consumer goods/retail organizations is a plus.
• Technical Skills: Strong proficiency in Excel, financial modeling, and data visualization tools such as Power BI. Experience with planning systems (e.g., Adaptive Insights), ERP platforms (e.g., Oracle), and data warehouses (e.g., Snowflake) preferred. Demonstrated fluency with enterprise AI assistants (e.g., ChatGPT, Claude, Microsoft Copilot, Gemini) to accelerate analysis, modeling, and reporting workflows.
• Analytical & Communication Skills: Strong ability to interpret complex expense data, identify trends and variance drivers, and effectively communicate findings to business leaders.
• Controls & Process Discipline: Demonstrated experience supporting close cycles, accruals, and expense governance with attention to accuracy, audit‑readiness, and adherence to internal controls.
• Stand‑Out Qualification: Experience managing OpEx at a granular level (cost center, GL account, and vendor) across a large, multi‑region organization is highly preferred and will distinguish strong candidates.

Salary and Other Compensation: The annual salary range for this position is displayed below. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate. The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts (HSA) with company contribution, 401(k) retirement plan with matching, employee stock purchase program, life insurance, AD&D, short‑term disability insurance, long‑term disability insurance, generous paid time off, company holidays, parental leave, identity theft protection, pet insurance, pre‑paid legal insurance, back‑up child and eldercare days, product discounts, referral bonus program, and more. Pay Range

$58,400 — $87,000 USD

Our Culture At SharkNinja, we don’t just raise the bar—we push past it every single day. Our Outrageously Extraordinary mindset drives us to tackle the impossible, push boundaries, and deliver results that others only dream of. If you thrive on breaking out of your swim lane, you’ll be right at home. What We Offer We offer competitive health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, employee stock purchase options, wellness programs, SharkNinja product discounts, and more. We empower your personal and professional growth with high impact Learning Programs featuring bold voices redefining what’s possible. When you join, you’re not just part of a company—you’re part of an outrageously extraordinary community. To gether, we won’t just launch products— we’ll disrupt entire markets. At SharkNinja, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are vital to our global success. Valuing each unique voice and blending all of our diverse skills strengthens SharkNinja’s innovation every day. We support ALL associates in bringing their authentic selves to work, making an impact, and having the opportunity for career acceleration. With help from our leadership, associates, and our community, we aim to have equity be a key component of the SharkNinja DNA. Learn more about us: Life At SharkNinja Outrageously Extraordinary SharkNinja Candidate Privacy Notice For candidates based in all regions, please refer to this Candidate Privacy Notice. For candidates based in China, please refer to this Candidate Privacy Notice. For candidates based in Vietnam, please refer to this Candidate Privacy Notice. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other class protected by legislation, and local law. SharkNinja will consider reasonable accommodations consistent with legislation, and local law. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact SharkNinja People & Culture at View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr Ninjakitchen