Senior Sales Finance Analyst

Location:

Shelton, CT, US

Req ID: 4722

Job Type:

Edgewell is a global team of over 6,000 visionaries, doers and makers. Our secret is people, and we have an inspiring and collaborative global force of them. Our portfolio of over 25 brands touches lives in more than 50 countries by making useful things joyful. Together, we reimagine good mornings and endless summers, strive for more sustainable ways to beautify and bond, and do it all with not only confidence but determination.

Position Summary

The Sr. Sales Analyst will support the financial processes, systems and studies that support planning and forecasting for the US as it relates to account management. This includes operational planning, quarterly forecasting, monthly outlooks, monthly reporting business reviews.

This role will be a strong partner to the sales Directors and broader sales team to help monitor sales forecasts, develop customer P&L, track, evaluate and optimize trade activity. In addition, this the Sr. Sales Analyst will have close ties to several BU’s and align on overall deflator and sales management
In this role you will be expected to deliver timely, relevant, and accurate analysis that leads to efficient and effective commercial processes. Championing day to day process simplification efforts is also a critical expectation for this role.

Accountabilities:

Provide financial planning and analysis support to channel teams
Support the development of product and customer P&Ls from sales to contribution margin and use variance analysis to identify areas to optimize sales and gross margin
Lead monthly trade reviews with the sales team in alignment with audit controls, also performing monthly accounting entries for the trade accrual
Work closely with the Plato team to ensure event creation is accurate and ties to OLT. All audit requirements should be followed.
Review and interpret monthly results and projections, including risks and opportunities with appropriate business partners and finance management
Support the tools and processes intended to drive improved return on investment related to deflator investments
Additional accountabilities include approval of promotional activity, preparation of adjusting entries, reconciliation of accrual accounts
Provide input/support for the Annual Business Plan and monthly forecasts

Required Education, Skills and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
5-6 years of financial analytical experience
Highly proficient in Microsoft Office, Excel and Power Point
Proven ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external business partners
Strong analytical and problem-resolution skills
Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced and changing environment
Time management skills and the ability to prioritize based on business strategies and objectives

Preferred Skills and Experience

Hyperion Planning and SAP (or other ERP) experience
Experience in the CPG industry preferred
Additional degrees of certifications preferred e.g. MBA, CPA, CMA

Edgewell Values and Behaviors

Values/Behaviors	What does this look like for the role?
People First Build relationships Invest in our people Celebrate and include Contribute to our communities	Builds authentic working relationship with Brand and Sales managers/analyst Celebrates and include others Contributes to creating a positive team environment
Move Forward Try, create and learn Be decisive	Bounces back and learns from mistakes made Takes responsibility and accountability for making timely decisions Fosters an environment where their team feels comfortable taking risks, even if they fail
Listen up, Speak up Say it straight Listen to understand	Gives honest and open feedback Encourages others to openly share and strive to fully understand what others are saying
Own it, together Get it done Do it together	Being self-motivated to get things done Holds self-accountable for personal, team and organizational performance goals

Work Environment

Closely collaborates with a cross functional commercial team which requires some work hour flexibility
Hybrid work envrionment aligned with function guidelines

The salary range for this position is $76,000 - $114,000. Actual base salary offered to a candidate may vary based upon factors including, but not limited to, relevant experience, time in role, base salary of internal peers, prior performance, business sector, and geographic location. In addition to base salary, the competitive compensation package may include, depending on the role, participation in an incentive program linked to performance.

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Edgewell is an equal opportunity employer. We do all we can to create a collaborative and diverse global team, where good ideas can thrive, and our colleagues can learn and lead. We prohibit discrimination based on age, color, disability, marital or parental status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status or any legally protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. We listen deeply and speak directly to create an environment that’s open to difference. We aim to bring joy to not only the products we create and the people we serve, but our colleagues across the globe too.