Financial Analyst - (Carlsbad, CA)

PURPOSE This position is the financial analyst for the adidas Golf North American / Latin American (NAM/LAM) business unit. This employee is a business partner to the NAM/LAM Commercial Organization providing reporting and analysis to ensure financial objectives are achieved. Specialized focus in the areas of sales compensation, cost of sales variances, operating expenses and marketing working budget (MWB). CRITICAL RESPONSIBILITIES Operating Expense ControllingCollaborates with Finance Director to budget, forecast, and control assigned areas of responsibility. These areas will include: Overhead Expenses: finance, human resources, facilities, general management, logistics, marketing, sales force and sales administration MWB Expenses: brand marketing and sports marketing Analyzes proposed business risks and opportunities to determine impact on financial results.