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Senior Manager, Commercial Finance

Jamieson Wellness Inc. - 9 Jobs
Toronto, ON
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Remote
Full-time
Management
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Job Description

Jamieson Laboratories Ltd a division of Jamieson Wellness ("Jamieson Wellness"). is Canada's leading health and wellness company, driven by a purpose to inspiring better lives, every day. Established in 1922, Jamieson is our 100 years old heritage brand, which is recognized as Canada's #1 VMS brand. In addition, we also market and manufacture a series of leading specialty supplements brands under the youtheory, Progressive, Smart Solutions, and Iron Vegan brands. On top of our outstanding brand portfolio, Jamieson Wellness Inc. has been recognized as one of the top ten most reputable companies in Canada and is well regarded for our industry leading commitment to quality – exemplified through award-winning innovations and meeting of rigorous manufacturing certification standards. And, Jamieson is no longer just a Canadian success story, as our brands are established and growing rapidly in more than 50 countries around the world. For more information, please visit www.jamiesonwellness.com.

Our Jamieson Diversity and Inclusion Statement

At Jamieson Wellness, we cherish diversity, equity and inclusion and we know we must constantly listen, learn and take action to ensure these principles remain embedded in our culture. We encourage everyone to bring their whole selves to work and celebrate the differences that make us unique. We are accountable to build an environment free of bias in regard to citizenship, race, place of origin, ethnic origin, colour, ancestry, disability, age, creed, sex/pregnancy, family status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and all other types of behaviours that are not conducive to an inclusive environment. We hold ourselves and all stakeholders to a high standard of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, because anything else is unacceptable.

Specific Key Responsibilities & Duties

  • Budgeting & Forecasting – Own the budgeting and forecasting process for the Canada and International business units (with a focus on sales, trade and marketing investments) with inputs from functional leaders. Understand risks and opportunities, challenges assumptions and provide meaningful options;
  • Report Meaningful Actionable Information – Communicate timely and accurate financial results including causes for variances against forecast/budget/prior year and forward-looking implications; Provide actionable information that will impact the company's financial results; Drive overall performance and accountability for results; Support growth & strategy updates to SLT through highlighting key trends and performance of strategic initiatives;
  • Support the Month End Close Process – Prepare and review all supporting documents as required for finalizing sales and tradespend for the month; Strong accounting knowledge for recommending accurate adjusting entries where necessary along with the review of accrued trade reconciliations; Continuously seek opportunities to streamline the month end close process and shorten number of days required to close;
  • Act Like an Owner – A strategic business partner providing meaningful financial information, professional judgement and insights for the Company's business planning process; Be the financial lead in identifying and driving improved margins; Identify potential risks and upsides to financial targets based on an assessment of forecasted sales and trade; Laise with Sales and Marketing to prepare and deliver financially sound proposals; Analyzes key customer/product profitability;
  • Internal Controls and External Audit – Provide oversight and improvements to the Company's internal control processes as it relates to trade management to support the successful completion of the Company's year-end audit and quarterly reviews;
  • Support IT Improvement Initiatives – Oversee effective functioning of SAP and information reporting processes/systems; Work with our IT service providers to make ongoing enhancements to the Company's reporting on product/customer profitability and other modifications to existing capabilities;
  • Be a Leader – Lead a team of 2 to 3 (Commercial Analysts); Embody the Company's core values through leading by example and inspiring others to do the same

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Requirements

  • University degree in Business, Finance or Accounting, CPA/MBA preferred
  • Minimum 5 years of related experience in a managerial role in the CPG industry
  • Good understanding of customer and product profitability metrics and drivers
  • Strong analytical, data mining and financial modelling skills and use of data analytics technologies
  • Proven leadership capabilities in driving improvement and change
  • Excellent time management skills (ability to multitask and manage deadlines and multiple customer demands)
  • Team player, collaborative, thrives in a fast paced and dynamic business environment
  • Exceptional communication skills to effectively interact with senior management, strong interpersonal skills and ability to build trust with team members and cross-functional leaders
  • Must be self-motivated and possess strong business ethics for handling confidential information
  • Exceptional skills in Microsoft Office applications – an Excel expert
  • Experience with SAP, Power BI, and trade management systems preferred

Our Values

ACCOUNTABILITY: We do what we say. We take personal ownership for our work and actions and its impact on others and the business.

RESPECT: We do it together authentically and inclusively. We actively listen and engage each other, including diverse perspectives.

EXCELLENCE: We drive to high standard for product, people and planet. We challenge the status quo and bring forward innovative ideas in the continuous pursuit of quality.

AGILITY: We embrace change and act with flexibility. We welcome new ideas and feedback, swiftly incorporating them to improve our performance.

Why Join Jamieson Wellness?

At Jamieson Wellness, we are committed to attracting the best people by offering an environment that prioritizes work-life balance and an inclusive culture. Our benefits and values are designed to help you thrive both professionally and personally, inspiring better lives every day across the world. Here's what you can look forward to when you join our team:

  • Health & Wellness

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