Analyst, Finance (Sales Finance)

Analyst, Finance (Sales Finance) Principal Accountabilities Perform monthly/quarterly financial trade review (actual results vs. plan and prior year). Take a proactive role in understanding variances, produce and present commentaries to explain key drivers for material changes in results. Prepare and present monthly financial fitness review and analysis to the Sales teams and the Finance group. Draw insights and make recommendations to business partners on opportunities for improvement. Take ownership of identified incremental risks and opportunities (versus the forecast/plan) and support Sales team in efforts to close any gaps to plan. Provide Sales team proactive and value‑added financial analysis followed up with sound recommendations to drive profitable business decisions and maximize growth and margin improvement. Oversee and govern trade expense tracking for forecasts and plan across the organization under the guidance of the Sales Finance Manager. Work in collaboration with the SRGM team to provide analysis and guidance to Sales on spend productivity and spend effectiveness. Develop and provide accurate trade estimates for innovation P&Ls, make recommendations, and challenge (where necessary). Ensure trade for innovation is financially sound, aligned to strategy and will maximize growth and profit. Develop and maintain analytical tools, modeling, and processes to support a deeper level of analysis to achieve targeted financial results. Develop relationships with cross‑functional partners and key central services groups. Other special projects and ad hoc reporting as required. Skills, Knowledge And Education Requirements 1+ years of CPG or similar industry experience either in sales or marketing finance preferred. Ability to independently arrive at insights and develop creative solutions to solve complex business problems. Demonstrated experience in effectively working across multiple departments to complete a project or resolve an organizational challenge. Effective communicator to various groups of audience (upper management, cross‑functionals). Solid understanding and familiarity of financial metrics and P&L fundamentals. Ability to multi‑task and excel in an exciting and fast‑paced environment. Individual who is curious, approachable, passionate and enjoys finding solutions. Fluency with Excel, and PowerPoint are critical. Knowledge of PowerBi and Alteryx is a plus but not compulsory. Undergraduate business degree, MBA, CMA, or equivalent experience. Benefits And Perks Of Working At Hershey Canada Health and Wellness Reimbursement program as well as other great employee benefits. Corporate social responsibility programs. Reward and recognition programs. Flexible work environment. The anticipated base salary range for this role is $65,118 to $81,398 annually. The actual base salary offered will depend on a variety of job‑related factors, including, but not limited to, experience, skill set, education, and training. In addition to a market‑competitive base salary, our Total Rewards package includes performance‑based incentives and a comprehensive, competitive benefits package designed to support overall physical, mental, and financial well‑being (as applicable). #J-18808-Ljbffr Pretzels, Inc