Provide financial leadership for our Sales Controllables, inclusive of Trade Management, Shopper Marketing, Shopper Innovation Experience (SIE), Pricing, and ECommerce.
Lead the cross-functional financial forecast process (DF), with focus on Net Proceeds of Sales (NPS), Trade, and Non-Trade discounts.
Support Head of Sales and the cross-functional C&B Sales leadership team.
Lead Annual target-setting process and strategically deploy targets at the retailer level.
Manage trade target adjustments throughout the year.
Establish internal KPIs and track benchmarks for forecast accuracy.
Ensure the accuracy and timeliness of period end close (PEC) through the preparation of monthly general ledger closing activities.
Publish monthly CPG leadership report package focusing on financial drivers and variance analysis to forecast prior year.
Present financial results to CPG leadership (monthly).
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or a related field
7+ years of progressive experience in financial analysis, modeling, budgeting, and business planning
5+ years of relevant CPG/FMCG industry experience
Proven track record of leading and contributing to cross-functional teams
Demonstrated ability to influence decision-makers and provide strategic recommendations
Strong project management experience, with the ability to drive initiatives from concept to completion
Exceptional ability to build and maintain effective working relationships across all levels of the organization
Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly to senior leadership
Advanced proficiency in Excel, including statistical analysis and financial modeling
Strong business analysis skills, with the ability to identify implications and deliver consultative solutions
Highly organized with the ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines
Broad understanding of multidisciplinary business principles and their application in a dynamic environment.