Financial Analyst

Location: Durham, NC, in-office
Department: Marketing, Finance & Accounting
Reports To: CFO

About Carpe

Carpe is the next generation of sweat care. We’re reimagining the antiperspirant industry by creating science-backed, effective products that make sweat a thing of the past. Founded by two sweaty guys, Carpe has grown into a thriving DTC brand with millions of loyal customers shopping through Amazon and our website. Our culture is fast-paced, data-driven, and deeply customer-obsessed—and we’re just getting started.

Role Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Financial Analyst to join our finance team. This role is ideal for a candidate with 3–5 years of experience in accounting or financial analysis, preferably within the Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) industry. The Financial Analyst will support general accounting functions, retail financial processes, and data analysis. This role requires cross-functional coordination and strong communication with internal teams and external retail partners.

Key Responsibilities

Month-End Close & General Accounting

• Participate in month-end close activities, including journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations
• Assist with daily accounting transactions, reconciliations, and ad hoc analysis as needed
• Assist with the preparation of financial statements and internal reporting

Inventory & Retail Transaction Oversight

• Monitor and reconcile inventory transactions between accounting software, inventory and retail systems
• Analyze inventory movement, shrink, and cost variances

Retail Sales & Invoicing

• Analyze retail sales and inventory data across multiple platforms
• Review retail purchase orders for accuracy and completeness
• Review and approve final retail invoices for accuracy
• Manage retail payment applications and ensure the timely resolution of short pays or deductions

Dispute & Deduction Resolution

• Investigate and resolve payment disputes, chargebacks, and other deductions with retail customers
• Coordinate closely with the sales team and retail brokers to resolve issues efficiently

Cross-Functional Communication

• Communicate regularly with sales, operations, and third-party brokers to ensure alignment on retail activities
• Serve as a point of contact for finance and supply chain matters with retail partners and customers

Ongoing Support

• Support finance and business initiatives with data modeling and reporting in Excel

Who You Are

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related business field
• 3–5 years of progressive experience in financial analysis or accounting; CPG industry experience strongly preferred
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, formulas, charts)
• Proficient with ERP systems (e.g., Xero, NetSuite, SAP, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar)
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact effectively across departments and with external partners
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Bonus If You Have

• Knowledge of trade promotion management and deduction handling
• Familiarity with supply chain finance or demand planning analytics
• Experience working with cross-functional teams in sales, marketing, and logistics

What You’ll Get

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Health, vision, and dental coverage
• Flexible PTO
• A front-row seat to the growth of one of the most disruptive brands in body care

To apply, please reach out directly to Jessica Hoskin at [email protected] with your resume and a brief description as to why you are the best person for the role.