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Connecting People, Plants & Planet to Create Healing

Tucked into the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of Western North Carolina, Gaia Herbs offers a unique opportunity to join an industry-leading company that produces the highest quality herbal supplements in the world.
 

About Us:

Since Gaia Herbs was just a seedling in 1987, we have remained true to our purpose: connecting people, plants, and planet to create healing. We knew then what many are coming to realize now—plants and people evolved together, that we are inextricably linked, and that plants hold the wisdom we need to heal.

As a Certified B Corporation, Gaia Herbs believes in the healing power of nature, and we make it our business to build exceptional teams of responsible environmental stewards who produce outstanding products.
 

Our Culture:

Gaia Herbs cares deeply about our people, so the well-being of our employees and communities is always a top priority. We are committed to maintaining an inclusive and supportive workplace where communication and mutual respect are the norm. We strive for excellence by taking initiative, leaning into collaboration, and delivering results in all that we do.
 

At Gaia Herbs, you can make a meaningful difference while working in an inspiring, supportive, and collaborative environment. Come join the crew and help as we create healing and promote wellness at work, in our communities, and around the world.
 

We would love to be your next GREAT employer! 

SUMMARY:

The Financial Analyst of Consumer Package Goods (CPG) plays a crucial role in providing financial analysis and reporting for a company engaged in the production and distribution of consumer-packaged goods 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Analyst will partner with GLT P&L owners to focus on financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis, utilizing financial data to make strategic recommendations that drive business growth and profitability. 

Own ad hoc projects solving complex problems and exercise judgement based on the analysis of multiple sources of information 

Collaborate and establish partnerships with Sales Operations and Demand Planning, to build refined revenue forecast processes 

Help drive the monthly close process and provide executive-facing commentary on performance 

Improve performance by evaluating business processes to drive efficiencies 

Consolidate and analyze financial information and trends and communicate results and recommendations to management 

Assist in creating dynamic board and operational reporting packages 

Develop models, processes and reports to track key business metrics, analyze and interpret data 

Play a key role in the preparation of strategic and long-range plans 

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather financial information and prepare accurate budgets and forecasts. 

Review budget proposals, evaluating feasibility, reasonableness, and compliance with corporate guidelines. 

Monitor actual performance against budget/forecast and identify areas of variance, providing explanations and recommendations. 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

N/A 

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and/or Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field. 

Proven experience (3-5 years) as a Financial Analyst in the Consumer Package Goods industry or related field. 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Strong analytical skills with the ability to work with large datasets and turn findings into actionable insights. 

Proficiency in financial modeling, forecasting techniques, and proficiency in Excel. 

Knowledge of financial reporting standards and experience with financial systems (e.g., ERP systems, reporting software, process improvement connection). 

Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously. 

Strong communication skills, with the ability to present complex financial information in a clear and concise manner. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, sit, stand, and walk. The employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel or crouch. Specific vision abilities required by this job include the ability to be able to view a computer screen for longer periods of time. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The employee in this position primarily works in an office environment, but may infrequently pass through a manufacturing plant, where they would be exposed to moving mechanical parts, airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals and loud noise. 

The above statements are meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required of personnel so classified.  

Pay & Benefits:
We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including:401k Retirement Savings Plan with company match program
Wellness Program including quarterly on-site wellness clinics
Medical Insurance coverage starting first full month of employment
Dental & Vision Insurance coverage options available
Life & AD&D coverage with option to purchase additional coverage
Short-term Disability coverage after 6 months of employment
Long-term Disability coverage options available
Generous Paid Time Off and company holidays from Day 1
Employee Perks:
Lunch Program featuring Gaia-grown & locally sourced ingredients
Veggie Program free farmers market of seasonal Gaia-grown produce
Product Discounts on all Gaia Herbs brand products
Partner Discounts on products from companies like Dr. Bronner’s, Prana, PACT & more

 Equal Employment Opportunity has been, and will continue to be, a fundamental principle at Gaia Herbs, Inc., where employment is based upon personal capabilities and qualifications without discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender or gender identity, age, national origin, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as established by law. All employees and applicants will be treated fairly, with dignity and respect, in accordance with, and as defined by federal, state and local non-discrimination laws.