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Top Tier, Global Products Firm Job description :
This position has primary responsibility for development and tracking of brand P&L's / financial targets; analysis of actual versus budget results- highlighting issues /opportunities to senior management; tracking of trends to help forecast brand performance; analysis of brand profitability; preparation of budgets, plans and other management presentations. Preparation of Budgets, Strategic Business Review, Forecasts and other management presentations for assigned brands. Year/month end close responsibilities including preparation and tracking of accruals; analysis of actual results versus budget (gross margin, A&P, distribution costs etc.) and highlighting of reasons for variances to management, Track, analyze and assist in managing brand Trade and Consumer promotion budgets (incl price support) in conjunction with marketing and field finance. Analysis of brand profitability - highlighting of potential issues and suggestions for resolution to management. Tracking of trends to forecast brand performance, including depletions, Nielsen & NABCA. Monitoring of transfer pricing policies Improvement of processes and systems Ad hoc analysis This position will interact directly with Marketing Brand Managers/Marketing Directors, Sales Administration, Marketing Budget Director, Regional finance managers, and sister companies in analyzing actual results and developing budgets/plans etc. Who we are looking for :
Education: Bachelors Degree in Finance (or accounting); MBA preferred Experience / Background: Minimum 5-7 years in financial analysis /planning with heavy experience in brand planning /profitability. Excellent understanding of PL preparation and analysis of variances. Good working knowledge of cost accounting and manufacturing.Required Skills/Competencies: Must be adept at managing multiple priorities in a dynamic environment. Must be a self-motivated individual who has the ability to identify issues/opportunities for improvement and be proactive in addressing them. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are critical. Position requires ability to quickly shift priorities to adapt to changing requirements by local management /parent company. Ability to meet tight deadlines - often requiring overtime. What's on offer :
Highly Competitive Salary, Great Environment, Comprehensive Benefits PackageTo apply directly for this position please forward a detailed resume along with current salary, in strict confidence by applying on the Michael Page website : http://www.michaelpage.com/job-advert/1196392-brand-finance-manager.html'src=LD
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