Senior Financial Analyst

Universal Nutrition is a global company dedicated to improving the performance of people through innovative nutrition and wellness solutions. We value our people, foster an entrepreneurial spirit, and strive to push boundaries to make a lasting difference.

Base pay range: $/yr - $/yr

Job Overview: We are seeking a highly motivated Senior Financial Analyst for a full‑time exempt position reporting to the Chief Financial Officer. The successful candidate will provide analytical insight, strategy, and support to drive profitability and optimize financial processes across the organization.

• Financial Reporting & Analysis
  • Prepare and distribute financial statements; conduct variance analysis on results including commentary, SWOT, trends, etc.
  • Identify root causes and changes to trends that influence decision‑making; make corresponding recommendations to reach goals.
  • Gather and analyze financial data from various sources to create comprehensive reports by SKU, customer, product family, KPIs, dashboards, and presentations.
  • Provide analytical support to the Operations team regarding manufacturing activities such as inventory, costing, pricing, and KPIs.
  • Create industry/competitor comparatives and provide insights to management.
  • Evaluate capital expenditures, review proposals, ROI, payback period, etc.
• Budgeting & Forecasting
  • Own the annual budget and quarterly forecast process; align financial goals with business strategy.
  • Experiment with different techniques to adjust to business changes.
• Business Partnering
  • Collaborate with department heads to provide stronger tools to run their areas and highlight trends.
• Support continuous improvements in corporate functions—alignment and standardization of reports, dashboards, and KPIs to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Lead the company’s single source of data using Datarails software.
• Create analytical ad‑hoc reports.

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of accounting/business/financial analysis experience, preferably within a manufacturing or consumer‑products company.
• Highly computer literate with data mining and ERP systems; strong communication, interpersonal, organizational, time‑management, and analytical skills.
• Experience working with large data sets in Excel using pivot tables and VLOOKUPs and proficiency with reporting tools (e.g., Datarails).
• Deadline‑driven, high‑energy individuals who can work autonomously and lead as a key contributor on teams.
• Advanced proficiency with MS Excel, Word, and Outlook; ability to multi‑task with moderate supervision.

Hybrid work schedule for individuals residing within 40‑mile radius of New Brunswick, NJ: 4 days onsite / 1 day remote.

• Competitive salary up to $, dependent on skillset and merit.
• No short‑term incentive type bonuses.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance offered with cost shared between employer and employee.
• 401(k) match of up to 5%.
• Employer‑sponsored Life, Basic AD&D, Short‑Term Disability, and Long‑Term Disability Insurance; additional buy‑up insurances available.
• Paid time off at competitive rates, paid sick leave.
• Employee Resource Center & Telehealth medical offerings.

Universal Nutrition is committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination or harassment. We expect every member of our community to cultivate and maintain an environment where everyone has the opportunity to feel included and is afforded the respect and dignity they deserve. All decisions related to hiring, compensation, training, evaluating performance, or terminating are made fairly and merit‑based.

Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Finance and Sales

Industries: Wellness and Fitness Services