Financial Analyst Jobs

Get to know The Pokémon Company International
The Pokémon Company International, a subsidiary of The Pokémon Company in Japan, manages the property outside of Asia and is responsible for brand management, licensing, marketing, the Pokémon Trading Card Game, the animated TV series, home entertainment, and the official Pokémon website. Pokémon was launched in Japan in 1996 and today is one of the most popular children's entertainment properties in the world.
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Get to know the role

• Job Title: Financial Analyst
• FLSA Classification (US Only): Exempt
• Job Summary: Responsible for assisting in preparation, coordination, and documentation of financial analysis projects. This role will analyze past financial performance to predict future performance and to advise the company on its financial strategy.
• People Manager: No

What you’ll do

• Assist with month-end closing and reporting process.
• Document user instructions, financial processes, and feedbacks.
• Provides analytical support for forward-looking financial and business-related projects.
• Organize and maintain finance department files & data.
• Deliver ad hoc analysis and reconciliations for accounting & business partners.
• Assists in financial forecasting and reconciliation of internal accounts.
• Prepare and distribute financial reports & dashboards.
• Assists in the preparation of forecasts and analysis of trends in sales, finance, general business conditions, and other related areas.
• Support budget & forecast processes across business units.
• Act as an advisor for internal users on financial planning systems & processes.
• Ad-hoc financial planning support and coverage for senior financial analysts.
• Provide suggestions and implement financial process improvements.

What you’ll bring

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting or related analytical field required.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Thorough understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Three (3) to four (4) years of relevant professional experience or a demonstrated equivalent level of expertise.
• Thorough understanding of project management principles.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Thorough understanding of Generally Accepted Auditing Standards.
• Thorough understanding of methods of systems analysis and the principles, design, and procedural methods used in big data analysis.

How you’ll be successful

• Passion for Pokémon: Develops an understanding of the Pokémon brand, the impact it has on our people, culture, business, fans, and communities, and applying that knowledge and passion to everything you do.
• Dedicated to Quality: Takes ownership to maintain and promote high standards, looks for new ways to learn and improve, and embraces a growth mindset to seek and apply feedback from others in an effort to continuously improve.
• Building Relationships: Develops and strengthens relationships, adopting a “team first” mentality and working collaboratively to solve problems and meet shared goals.
• Delighting Customers: Listens and understands the interests and needs of our customers and stakeholders, making them feel heard and important, and embracing these learnings to continue delivering a unique Pokémon experience.
• Integrity and Respect: Demonstrates integrity and respect by leading with empathy, listening to others, seeking out different perspectives, and taking personal responsibility for decisions, actions, and results.
• Challenging the Expected: Approaches challenges with curiosity and creativity, embracing the possibility of failure as an opportunity to learn something new, develop innovative ideas, solve complex problems and identify unique opportunities.

What to expect

• 100% employer-paid healthcare premiums for you
• Comprehensive relocation package
• LinkedIn learning
• Company events that celebrate the spirit of Pokémon
• Employer-paid long and short-term income protection insurance
• US Employees: 401k Employer Matching
• Fitness reimbursement
• UK/IRE Employees: Pension Employer Contributions
• Commuter benefit
• Base salary range: For this role, new hires generally start between $73,000.00 - $86,450.00. The full range is $73,000.00 - $109.000.00. This range is applicable for the labor market where the role is intended to be hired. Final base salary is directly related to each candidates' qualifications and professional experience uniquely.
• Competitive cash-based compensation programs
• Generous paid family leave
• Employer-paid life insurance
• An employee first culture
• Hybrid work environment

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this role. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. For roles in the United Kingdom, candidates will need the right to work. In some cases, and for some roles, the Company may be able to arrange a visa. For roles in Ireland, this role requires candidates to have the right to live and work in the Republic of Ireland. However, we welcome applications from all nationalities and may consider supporting an employment permit application, in appropriate and suitable cases.