Job published:
07-01-2025
Job ID: 35844
Job DescriptionOur leading FMCG client is looking for a Commercial Financial Controller who will focus on managing and analyzing the financial aspects of trade spend, pricing, and revenue management within a commercial environment.
Summary: As a Commercial Financial Controller, the focus will be on financial decision-making to drive profitability, cost optimization, and revenue growth, particularly through managing trade spend, pricing, and promotional strategies.
The ideal candidate should have strong analytical, process-oriented skills, and be able to communicate financial insights effectively to influence business strategies.
They should also have a deep understanding of FMCG or manufacturing financial practices and relevant qualifications.
Key Responsibilities: Support the PS&OP (Sales, Operations, and Planning) forecasting process by analyzing income statements, working capital forecasts, and focusing on trade spend, pricing, and revenue growth.Produce monthly management accounts and conduct variance analysis, especially focusing on trade spend, pricing, and product profitability.Oversee the annual budget process, ensuring alignment with revenue, margin, and cost optimization strategies.Provide essential reports for decision-making, such as product profitability analysis, trade spend efficiency, and post-project appraisals.Continuously review accounting practices around trade spend, discounting, and promotional activities to enhance profitability.Assess product costings and trade spend feasibility monthly and on an ad-hoc basis, ensuring alignment with revenue and margin goals.Develop cost-effective financial policies, focusing on trade spend management and risk mitigation.Ensure compliance with financial regulations and best practices to drive commercial outcomes.Manage special projects related to trade spend, pricing strategies, and revenue growth.Continually review and improve financial processes, especially around trade spend and revenue management, applying a commercial lens.Deliver precise financial analysis and provide commercially driven insights to influence positive business decisions.A self-starter who is energized to take on challenges and contribute to the commercial success and profitability of the business.Preferred Experience: Qualifications: CIMA ADV DIP MA or CA(SA) qualification is preferred.Experience: At least 5 years of experience as a management accountant within an FMCG or manufacturing environment.Software Experience: Experience in working with business management and accounting software.
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