Finance Assistant (Hybrid)

Big companies don’t make great bikes. Great people do.

Pacific Cycle delivers some of the biggest names in outdoor recreation - Schwinn & Mongoose. Our culture is as fun and lively as the lifestyle brands we represent, where innovative ideas are welcome and customer satisfaction is a top priority. Now's the time to join the ride!

A continued commitment to and investment in our people, products, and consumers is the foundation of how we build our bright future. We offer a competitive total rewards package with generous time off, incredible product discounts, and a fun working environment!

We are connected by four core values that serve as the basis for a strong future.

Passion to Perform: We share a passion to perform. We focus on real results. We finish what we start, and we go that extra mile. We don’t give up.
Trust to Act: We’re trusted to do a good job, and we deliver it. We use that freedom to apply our talents and qualities for the best results.
Care & Act Responsibly: We’re responsible for all our actions, and we consider the consequences for our stakeholders and the environment. We’re honest, open, and direct.
Make it Fun: Enjoying your job is a serious business! We’re open, informal, and cheerful. We allow everyone to be who they are.

Our Madison, WI office has an exciting opportunity for a Finance Assistant to provide financial administrative and reporting support to the Commercial Finance team.

The Finance Assistant is responsible for supporting the financial planning and analysis process, including ownership of reporting, analysis, budgeting, and forecasting of operating expenses, daily sales, and KPI reporting.

This role is based out of our Madison, WI, office. Our ideal candidate will live within a commutable distance of Madison, as this role will have the flexibility to work a hybrid work schedule; 3 days in the office, 2 days WFH.

How You'll Contribute:
Routine Reporting and Analysis

• Compiles and distributes daily sales/shipments reporting for Budget and Forecast.
• Completes verification of customer price lists in system and confirms price lists for proper approvals and accuracy in the system.
• Investigates and identifies pricing issues between the Company and customer PO.
• Maintains data integrity of files, item costs, updated retail pricing, and assortment.
• Collects information and assists in the completion of analysis template to evaluate close-out sale opportunities; submits to manager for review.

Ad hoc Reporting

• Work with functional leaders and Finance Managers to complete reporting and analysis of ad hoc reporting, e.g. tracking against business cases, sales tactics, obsolescence etc.
• Provides general support to the finance team to conduct HFM uploads.
• Reports and tracks sales allowance and utilization.
• Follows established formatting and upload forecasts into appropriate systems.

Monthly and Quarterly Reporting

• Creates, maintains, and prepares reports to populate regular KPI reporting.
• Provide other financial reporting as necessary to support business requirements.

Maintains Internal Controls

• Reviews and audits Forecasts/Budget sales data to ensure accuracy and all pricing is captured.
• Helps to improve current finance processes through simplification and/or automation.

Key Competencies

Financial Acumen | Initiative | Learning Agility | Integrity | Change Agility

What You Bring to the Table:
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Bachelor degree or equivalent combination of education/experience in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
1-2 years of related finance/accounting experience.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and proficiency in other Microsoft Office tools.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Some experience in problem-solving through statistical analysis or with large data sets.
High attention to detail and recognizes the importance of data accuracy.

Some of Our Great Benefits:
Comprehensive Medical/Prescription/Dental/Vision plans
Generous Paid Time Off Programs
Paid Life & Disability Insurance
FSA/HSA/Dependent Care FSA
401k and company match
Commuter Incentive Program
Paid Community Volunteer Days
Voluntary benefits (critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance)
Great discounts on company products
Employee Wellness Program / EAP benefit
Parental Leave program
Access to group home and auto insurance
A mix of casual yet professional culture

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Pacific Cycle we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All persons shall have the opportunity to be considered for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, alienage or citizenship status, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, military service and veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. For additional information, please click here. We will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation for the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If you believe you require such assistance to apply for a role with or participate in the hiring process with the Company, please let us know.