Job summary
Job post source
This job is from a recruiting firm hiring for a separate company.
Job overview
The VP of Commercial Finance at a CPG company leads financial planning, forecasting, and budgeting for commercial functions, partnering with sales and marketing executives to drive financial strategy.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves overseeing finance functions, partnering with commercial leaders, managing budgeting and forecasting, developing KPIs and dashboards, conducting profitability and promotional analyses, forecasting trade spend, recommending pricing strategies, evaluating financial impacts of new products, and driving process improvements.
Compensation and benefits
The position offers a salary range of $190,000 to $220,000 plus bonus, a flexible hybrid work schedule, and a competitive benefits package.
Experience and skills
Candidates must have a BA/BS in Business, Accounting, or Finance (Master’s preferred), 8+ years in Commercial Finance within CPG or similar industries, and advanced skills in Adaptive Planning and PowerBI.
Work environment and culture
The company supports a flexible hybrid work environment and values collaboration and effectiveness through internal and external partnerships.
Company information
The company is a consumer packaged goods (CPG) firm, though specific details about the company are not provided.
Job location and travel
The job is located in Long Beach, CA 90815 with a hybrid work schedule.
Application process
Applicants must email a Word document resume to Hayley.h@conexusrecruiting.com referencing the subject VP of Commercial Finance.
Unique job features
The role includes advanced use of FP&A software and data visualization tools, and focuses on strategic financial leadership in commercial finance within the CPG sector.
Company overview
Conexus is a technology-driven logistics and supply chain management company that specializes in providing innovative solutions to optimize the movement of goods and services. They generate revenue through a combination of software-as-a-service (SaaS) offerings, consulting services, and integrated logistics solutions. Founded in 2005, Conexus has grown to become a key player in the industry by leveraging advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence and blockchain to enhance efficiency and transparency in supply chain operations. Their commitment to sustainability and customer-centric approach has earned them a strong reputation and a diverse client base across various sectors.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your extensive experience in Commercial Finance within the Consumer Goods or similar industries, emphasizing leadership in financial planning, forecasting, and budgeting across commercial functions.
Focus on showcasing your advanced proficiency with Adaptive Planning and PowerBI, along with your ability to develop KPIs, reporting dashboards, and profitability analyses that drive strategic decision-making.
Apply through multiple channels including Conexus's corporate recruiting email as specified, LinkedIn job postings, and relevant job boards to maximize your application visibility.
Connect on LinkedIn with professionals in Conexus's Commercial Finance or Sales and Marketing divisions; use ice breakers such as commenting on recent company initiatives in CPG finance or asking about their approach to integrating financial insights with commercial strategies.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating key phrases from the job description like 'Commercial Finance,' 'Adaptive Planning,' 'PowerBI,' 'financial forecasting,' and 'profitability analysis' to ensure your resume passes initial automated screenings.
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