Sr. Financial Analyst - Brand Finance

Job Location: ​Chicago​

Want to make an impact?

The Sr. Financial Analyst of Commercial Brand Finance is a critical position responsible for supporting Commercial Brand Finance activities across the organization.  This highly visible role will be responsible for driving and supporting day-to-day activities as well as driving best-in-class improvements in process and analytical capabilities.  This Sr. Analyst will work with cross-functional partners to provide objective financial leadership, insight, and guidance.  This position reports to Brand Finance Manager. 

Ways you will make a difference

Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Support forecasting, planning, and analysis modeling and processes including strategic planning
• Provide financial support Everyday Branded teams including:
  • Brand profitability
  • Innovation product profitability
  • Sales and trade analysis
  • Cost of Goods and productivity analysis
• Drive best-in-class improvements in process and analytical capabilities in key areas of responsibility including:
  • Profitability modeling and analysis
  • KPI and monthly financial reporting
• Drive business knowledge of the entire P&L with cross-functional teams and facilitate understanding of the financial impact of business decisions.
• Lead and/or provide support for strategic projects and initiatives

Perform other duties as assigned

Skills that will make you successful

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. 

• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated leadership and drive for results
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated ability to drive results through effective collaboration
• Proven track record of driving change and process improvements
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with a sense of urgency
• Intellectually curious and a proven thought leader

Experiences that will support your success

• Minimum of 2-3 years of progressive experience in corporate finance, ideally with financial planning experience from a top CPG organization
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting
• SAP experience strongly preferred

Brand Finance, FP&A or Supply chain finance experience a plus