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:
Finance Business Partnership & Commercial Support
Serve as the primary finance partner for assigned client accounts, providing ongoing financial guidance across the full business lifecycle
Partner with Sales and cross-functional teams to evaluate pricing, business terms, and promotional strategies
Build and maintain simulated P&L models to assess financial impact of business decisions
Support pre-sales and post-sales financial analysis and deal evaluation
Accounts Receivable & OTC Ownership
Own end-to-end AR management, including invoicing, booking, clearing, and reconciliation
Monitor AR aging and proactively drive resolution of outstanding balances
Conduct price audits, validate EDI transmissions, and perform pre-voucher audits to ensure billing accuracy
Oversee customer deductions, including investigation, validation, and resolution
Trade Spend & Financial Control
Manage the full lifecycle of customer-related expenses, including accruals, tracking, and performance evaluation
Ensure alignment between trade spend investments and commercial objectives with a focus on ROI
Establish closed-loop processes to reduce recurring deduction issues and improve recovery rates
Financial Analysis & Reporting
Perform monthly variance analysis (actual vs. forecast/target) and identify key drivers
Monitor KPIs across assigned accounts, highlighting risks and opportunities
Deliver clear, data-driven insights to support business decisions
Process Improvement & Digitalization
Identify and implement process improvements across OTC and finance operations
Support finance digitalization initiatives, including system enhancements and automation
Contribute to continuous improvement efforts across finance and cross-functional teams
Qualifications & Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field
3+ years of experience in a Finance Business Partner (FBP) or commercial finance role
Strong experience in accounts receivable, trade spend management, and financial analysis
Proven ability to translate complex financial data into actionable insights
Experience supporting retail, distribution, or channel-driven business models preferred
Exposure to overseas or international AR processes is a strong plus
Strong ownership mindset with high attention to detail and accountability
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
Nice to Have:
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or progress toward certification
Experience in consumer electronics or high-volume retail environments (e.g., Best Buy, Walmart, Amazon)
Advanced financial modeling skills, including scenario planning and sensitivity analysis
Hands-on experience with ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle
Familiarity with EDI transactions and large retailer operational workflows
Experience managing high-volume customer deductions and dispute resolution processes
Exposure to finance digitalization, automation, or system implementation initiatives
Experience working in a global or cross-border organization, particularly supporting HQ teams based in Asia
Mandarin Chinese language proficiency
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)