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Manager, Commercial Finance

Newell Brands Inc.

Newell Brands Inc.

Accounting & Finance
Bentonville, AR, USA
Posted on Nov 5, 2024

Job ID: 2661

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Newell Brands is a leading $8.3B consumer products company with a portfolio of iconic brands such as Graco®, Coleman®, Oster®, Rubbermaid® and Sharpie®, and 25,000 talented employees around the world. Our high-performance culture, unparalleled curiosity about the world around us, and talented people fuel our success. Our culture is enabled through our core values which guide all we do and how we win as One Newell. They are Integrity, Teamwork, Passion for Winning, Ownership & Leadership.

Job Summary The Manager, Commercial Finance will enable Newell Brands growth by providing financial analysis and decision support to US Sales, Finance, and internal business partners. These duties include collaborating with cross-functional teams and leading the Commercial Finance efforts for a specific segment within Newell's Walmart & Sam's Club business. This role reports to the Director, Commercial Finance for Walmart & Sam’s Club.

Responsibilities

  • Provide financial decision support to Newell Sales Teams to ensure delivery of plans.
  • Actively monitor performance against key metrics (i.e. Customer P&L, Trade Checkbook, etc.) and help drive efficiency and ROI of investments
  • Champion local execution of pricing and channel strategies
  • Partner with account teams to development sales volume forecasts and own the subsequent P&L forecast and analysis
  • Own month and quarter-end close financial reporting and communication with internal partners
  • Drive financial process efficiency including the development and refinement of reporting and analytical tools
  • Assist account teams in preparation for both internal and external business reviews and events through financial analysis and modeling
  • Ensure ongoing governance, control, and compliance with corporate policy and procedures.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or related discipline. MBA is preferred
  • Minimum of 5 years relevant experience in a finance or RGM role
  • Ability to work independently and proven success in a fast paced, matrixed organization.
  • Strong analytical skills with an ability to translate complex financial data into clear, concise reports and presentations.
  • Proficient in financial modeling, forecasting, and using financial systems and tools.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with various stakeholders and leaders
  • Consumer goods experience preferred

Newell Brands (NASDAQ: NWL) is a leading global consumer goods company with a strong portfolio of well-known brands, including Rubbermaid, Sharpie, Graco, Coleman, Rubbermaid Commercial Products, Yankee Candle, Paper Mate, FoodSaver, Dymo, EXPO, Elmer’s, Oster, NUK, Spontex and Campingaz. We are focused on delighting consumers by lighting up everyday moments. Newell Brands and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers and comply with applicable employment laws. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled are encouraged to apply.