Manager, Strategic Finance at Gorilla Commerce – Norwalk, Connecticut

Position Snapshot
Gorilla Commerce is looking for Finance Manager to play an integral role on the finance team, driving strategic initiatives through analysis and collaboration.

About Gorilla Commerce

What We Do: We’re a leading e-commerce company focused on creating high-quality, affordable products that make everyday life easier.

Scale & Footprint: Headquartered in Norwalk, CT, Gorilla Commerce is a Top 10 Amazon U.S. seller with rapid growth and expanding into an omnichannel presence.

Industry Differentiator: Known for our flagship brand, Gorilla Grip, we combine creativity with data-driven insights to deliver obsession-worthy products.

Culture Highlights: Fast-paced, collaborative, and customer-focused environment where innovation and growth thrive.

Impressive Growth: We’re a rapidly growing PE-Backed e-commerce company with ambitious plans to expand our reach and evolve into a true omnichannel business.

What you’ll do

• General Responsibilities
  • Deliver actionable business insights to the broader organization to drive strategic decisions and measurable results
  • Maintain financial reporting to evaluate business performance, using tools like NetSuite and Power-BI to enhance data-driven decision-making

  • Provide support on cross-functional workstreams, mitigating financial risks and delivering positive outcomes for the business

• Annual Planning and Quarterly Forecasting Responsibilities

  • Lead the annual planning and quarterly forecasting processes, being accountable for all financial statement projections
  • Own all financial projection presentation materials

  • Collaborate cross-functionally to understand business initiatives across the company and reflect their impact in financial statement projections

  • Collaborate with department leaders to build departmental budgets for Fixed OpEx and CapEx

• Monthly Responsibilities

  • Review financial performance and conduct ad hoc analyses to support finance, accounting, and operational teams
  • Analyze variances in fixed operational and capital expenses, prepare reports for department heads, and collaborate to investigate and address significant deviations

  • Represent the finance team in cross-functional processes requiring financial decision-making

What You'll Bring

• 2 - 3 years of experience in investment banking/consulting/corporate development
• Preferred consumer/industrials exposure

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills with the ability to analyze large datasets, identify trends, and build reports in tools such as Excel, NetSuite, Power-BI, or Toolio

• Demonstrates intellectual curiosity and proactively identifies innovative solutions to business challenges

• Maintains meticulous attention to detail

• Builds credibility with colleagues and cross-functional partners across the organization

• Excels in interpersonal communication, with strong written and oral skills

• Thrives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment

• Manages multiple projects efficiently to meet deadlines, working independently with minimal supervision

What We Offer

At Gorilla Commerce, we believe great work deserves great rewards. Here’s what you can expect when you join our team:

✔ Competitive Benefits Package

• Health Coverage: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, including a free medical option.

• 401(k) with Company Match: Supporting your long-term financial wellness.

• Paid Time Off: Generous PTO, holidays, and “Birthday Your Way” – take a day off during your birthday month.

• Parental Leave: Paid time off for new parents.

• Wellness Support: Mental health resources, free gym in our Norwalk office, and Employee Assistance Programs.

✔ Flexible Work Arrangement

• Hybrid schedule with three in-office days (Monday–Wednesday) and flexibility for remote work.

• Remote Flex Weeks: Two fully remote weeks per year—one in July and the second is the week between Christmas and New Year.

✔ Perks That Matter

• Learning & Development: Professional development encouraged and opportunities provided annually.

• Lifestyle Benefits: Commuter assistance, pet-friendly office, and wellness programs.

• Culture Perks: Free snacks, coffee, and team events to keep our community strong.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We welcome teammates from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. If you think you’re a great fit, we encourage you to apply.