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Energizer Finance Manager – NA Commercial Finance in Remote, Missouri
This is Energizer
At Energizer Holdings, we are passionate about bringing our brands and products to the world better than anyone else. It’s our passion and drive that makes us proud stewards of iconic brands including AC/Pro, Armor All, Energizer, Rayovac and STP, part of our broad portfolio of products that millions of consumers know, trust, and rely on every day.
When you come to work here, you’ll quickly see that we love what we do, we care about each other, and we continuously learn and improve to meet the needs of our customers and consumers around the world.
We have talented colleagues around the world with varied skillsets, backgrounds and experiences, and we embrace this diversity because it’s a big part of what helps us deliver results to grow the company. Whatever your specialty, you'll find that excelling at Energizer provides opportunities to grow in ways you never expected.
Come join our team!
Position Summary
This position will be responsible for providing financial analysis, insights, and business decision support to the North America Commercial teams, including major contract renewals, new business opportunities, and responses to competitive pressions. In addition, the manager will play a key role in the development and analysis of a monthly Commercial forecast and monitoring the financial performance of key customer accounts. The manager will assist in the transfer of financial knowledge and the reinforcement of financial principles to the Commercial Organization. Key Result Areas include achieving results with regards to delivering the North America Commercial Gross Margin plan/forecast through critical thinking, collaboration, process improvement, and change management.
Accountabilities
Provide financial analysis for major proposals affecting the business; e.g. contract renewals, line reviews and competitive pressures
Manage the Trade Spend funds to optimize ROI and ensure financial objectives are met.
Develop and maintain financial tools and reporting systems to support the commercial planning and forecasting efforts.
Lead the Customer teams during business planning by providing financial and business analysis. Analyze Customer plans to ensure financial expectations are achieved.
Provide decision support to Commercial Teams to help optimize Energizer’s sales and profit growth.
Specific Accountabilities
Provide financial leadership and direction to cross-functional Sales and Marketing teams.
Provide decision support analysis for Customer and Marketing Teams.
Assist in the preparation of the Customer’s Annual Business Plan and Forecast.
Manage Customer P&Ls from sales to gross margin.
Channel responsibility as it relates to Commercial forecasting and decision support
Provide financial support for various company projects as necessary
May also perform additional duties as assigned
Required Skills and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
Minimum 5 years of experience in finance and accounting
Minimum 5 years of financial analytical experience
Broad P&L exposure
Highly proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel and PowerPoint)
Ability to manipulate and analyze data, including scenario modeling in Excel
Proven ability to collaborate effectively with business partners
Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
Strong analytical and problem resolution skills
Continuous improvement mindset with demonstrated ability to identify and implement process improvements to eliminate non-value-added work
Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced and changing environment
Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize based on business strategies and objectives
Preferred Skills and Experience
Experience in the CPG industry preferred
CPA / MBA preferred
Hyperion Planning experience preferred
Working Relationships & Environment
Reports to: Senior Manager - Finance
Engagement includes: Sales, Trade Marketing, Marketing, and Supply Chain
Work Environment
- Ability and willingness to travel as necessary
An Offer to Grow On
Come join us!
Energizer offers a competitive total rewards package which includes a range of health, wellness and retirement savings coverage, paid time off and holidays, and many opportunities to learn, develop and grow. At Energizer, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute and make an impact every single day.
Energizer is an equal opportunity employer, and we prohibit discrimination based on age, color, disability, marital or parental status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.