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Sr. Financial Analyst

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid & Senior Level
  • Accounting & Tax
    Business, Operations & Strategy
  • Mississauga
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AI generated summary

  • You need a CPA or similar, 3-5 years in FP&A in CPG, SAP/Oracle skills, strong Excel, analytical, problem-solving, communication, and teamwork abilities, with attention to detail and deadline management.
  • You will analyze brand P&Ls, profitability, and marketing spend, collaborate with teams, present findings, manage new product analysis, and ensure accurate financial reporting and forecasting.

Requirements

  • Professional Accounting Designation – CPA an asset
  • 3-5 years of experience in FP&A or commercial finance with the CPG industry with demonstrated proficiency of managing a complex group of brands
  • SAP and Oracle experience is an asset
  • Proficiency in Excel and MS Word
  • Possess strong analytical skills with ability to present data in a meaningful way and make recommendations
  • Show initiative and make impactful decisions with little to no supervision
  • Think critically and recommend ideas for improvement of existing policies and practices
  • Have proven problem solving skills and the ability to implement solutions
  • Have excellent interpersonal skills
  • Be able to work in a cross-functional team environment
  • Have excellent communication (oral and written) skills
  • Be able to prioritize and effectively manage varying deadlines
  • Have strong attention to detail and deadline oriented

Responsibilities

  • Prepare Brand P&Ls analyses (month, quarter, annual, Budget), identifying and reporting timely updates on key measures
  • Analyze mix/volume, price, cost of goods, customer profitability and ROI to provide financial insights
  • Present brand performance findings with Brand Managers during regularly scheduled reviews
  • Draw conclusions from complex data and help make insightful financial decisions and recommendations with minimal guidance
  • Develop and evaluate displays & prepacks for strategic vs. tactical purposes and impact on brand profitability; monitoring and managing display trends and costs
  • Works with cross-functional teams including Marketing, Operations, Revenue Management, Supply Chain, Internal and External auditors and Accounting
  • Leads in the preparation, analysis and monitoring of brand profitability of new product development, business analysis, cost savings, and marketing program investments, followed by actionable recommendations and execution plans based on the analyses
  • Work closely with Brand Managers to ensure brand performance reporting and forecasting accuracy, to understand committed vs. non-committed funds
  • Complete complex analytical work and special projects
  • Key finance contact for brand group and functional groups on brand profitability and analysis
  • Assessment and management of brand marketing spend
  • Engage in the marketing month-end close process, analyzing financial information for entry to the general ledger

FAQs

What is the main responsibility of the Senior Financial Analyst?

The main responsibility of the Senior Financial Analyst is to provide financial guidance to the Marketing team by delivering financial insights and facilitating key decisions related to revenue, profitability, and return on investments.

What experience is required for this position?

A minimum of 3-5 years of experience in FP&A or commercial finance within the CPG industry is required, along with a demonstrated proficiency in managing a complex group of brands.

Is a professional accounting designation necessary?

While a professional accounting designation such as CPA is an asset, it is not explicitly required for this position.

What software experience is beneficial for this role?

Experience with SAP and Oracle is beneficial, as well as proficiency in Excel and MS Word.

What type of work environment can I expect?

The work environment is informal and encourages collaboration, courage, and determination, allowing team members the freedom to take responsibility and ownership.

How is performance reporting and forecasting accuracy ensured?

The Senior Financial Analyst will work closely with Brand Managers to ensure brand performance reporting and forecasting accuracy, helping to understand committed versus non-committed funds.

What skills are emphasized for the ideal candidate?

The ideal candidate should possess strong analytical skills, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, as well as the ability to prioritize and manage varying deadlines effectively.

Are there opportunities for career growth in this role?

Yes, this position is ideal for professionals seeking opportunities for career growth and aims to add value to a fast-growing organization.

How does the company support diversity and inclusion?

Church and Dwight Canada is committed to providing a barrier-free, inclusive, and accessible work environment, adhering to equal opportunity employment practices.

Do we support remote work?

Yes, we support remote work in a hybrid format.

Together We Have The Power To Win.

Manufacturing & Electronics
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1846
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Church & Dwight is a world leader in household and personal care products. Our global brands include ARM & HAMMER®, Batiste™, OxiClean™, Trojan™, XTRA™, Nair™, First Response™, Spinbrush™, Orajel™, vitafusion™, Li’l Critters™, Water Pik®, FLAWLESS®, Zicam® and TheraBreath®. Founded in 1846, we have operations globally and are listed in the S&P 500. At Church & Dwight, we power people’s every day by providing quality, affordable consumer products. This is a place where ambition meets impact. We take pride in owning our areas of expertise. Our team of high aptitude people innovate and focus on new ways of doing things. While we might not be the largest company in our industry, we believe we can have the biggest impact because: Together We Have the Power to Win. We live by our pillars – they ground us in a shared sense of purpose and guide major decisions about the business and our people. And we believe that we all have something to contribute and something to gain from working together. Bring your determination: We’ll give you the space to own your success and do work you didn’t know was possible. Bring your team spirit: We’ll offer you an open-minded and low-ego environment. Bring your courage: We’ll help you make a tangible impact on the business.