Senior Manager, FP&A

Description

Senior Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

About Us

At Lolli & Pops we believe that candy is so much more than candy. It has the power to say thank you, I love you, and even express what is impossible to say. Our guests are givers, creators, and dreamers. They know that candy makes for building the fondest of memories. When our guests buy a box of chocolates or fill a jar of candy, they are spreading love and joy.

By sourcing the best confections from around the World, the experience of discovery is just as delightful and inspiring as indulging in the treats, from international candy and handmade truffles to a bulk bar that offers dozens of unique gummies and chocolates.

Lolli & Pops is committed to friendly customer service, we help guests find that perfect gift or purchase a treat that makes someone’s day a little bit sweeter. With stores nationwide and plans to expand, Lolli & Pops is creating DELIGHT by sharing sweetness with millions of guests around the U.S.

Role Overview

The Senior Manager of FP&A will play a critical role in providing financial leadership, driving forecasting and budgeting processes, and delivering insights to support strategic decision-making. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact within a fast-paced, high-growth environment. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in financial planning, analysis, and business partnering, with a passion for leveraging data to drive business results.

This individual will work closely with the executive leadership team, finance partners, and operational leaders to develop actionable plans that align with our long-term strategic goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning processes in alignment with company goals.
• Provide financial insights and analytics to support strategic initiatives across retail and wholesale channels.
• Partner with department leaders to analyze performance, identify trends, and recommend actionable solutions to drive profitability.
• Develop and maintain robust financial models to support scenario planning and decision-making.
• Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs), highlighting variances and opportunities for improvement.
• Lead monthly financial reviews, presenting results to senior leadership and key stakeholders.
• Collaborate with the accounting team to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance with company policies.
• Drive continuous improvement in FP&A processes, tools and systems to enhance efficiency and decision support.
• Mentor and develop junior team members, fostering a culture of high performance and collaboration.
• Perform investment analysis to support key decisions, including wholesale and eCommerce expansions, new real estate ventures, and resource allocation.
• Conduct demographic and customer profile analyses to inform strategic initiatives.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, or a related field; MBA or CPA is highly preferred.
• 7+ years of progressive experience in financial planning, strategic planning, or as a consultant on major strategic projects, ideally in retail, wholesale or consumer goods industries
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills, with a data-driven approach to decision making.
• Advanced proficiency in financial modeling an dExcel; experience with ERP systems and financial planning tools (e.g. Adaptive Insights, Anaplan) preferred.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong business acumen and understanding of retail and wholesale operations.
  
  

Compensation

Lolli & Pops offers a hybrid work environment, and employees are asked to be in the office four days per week. The office is in Denver, Colorado. We offer a competitive benefits package and flexible time off.

The expected starting pay range for this position is $90,000-125,000. Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on several factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience. Base pay is one part of the Total Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work, and this role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives, and equity.

Lolli & Pops is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state or local laws and ordinances. We do not discriminate based on gender, race or color, ethnicity or national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.