Commercial Finance Manager Job

Overview

The organization is seeking a Commercial Finance Manager to serve as a strategic partner to Category Managers and cross-functional teams, driving financial performance through margin improvement, pricing analysis, and commercial planning. This role supports the trade accrual process, category strategy execution, and provides financial insights that influence decision-making across the Consumer & Construction business unit.

Location: Wauwatosa, WI or Radnor, PA
Reports to: Director of Finance

Responsibilities

Category Partnership & Margin Improvement (30%)

• Collaborate with Category Managers to analyze product mix, pricing strategies, and SKU performance
• Identify margin improvement opportunities through cost analysis, pricing optimization, and promotional ROI
• Support category strategy execution with financial modeling and scenario planning

Accrual Management & Financial Controls (20%)

• Own the trade accrual process, ensuring accurate forecasting, tracking, and reconciliation
• Partner with Sales and Marketing to validate spend and ensure alignment with budget
• Monitor accrual balances and provide monthly reporting with variance analysis

Commercial Planning & Forecasting (20%)

• Lead financial planning processes for commercial functions, including budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning
• Develop financial models to support strategic initiatives, product launches, and market expansion
• Provide insights on revenue, volume, and profitability trends

Pricing & Promotional Analysis (15%)

• Evaluate pricing strategies and promotional investments in collaboration with Category and Sales teams
• Conduct profitability analysis at customer, product, and segment levels
• Recommend pricing adjustments based on market dynamics and performance metrics

Reporting & Business Insights (15%)

• Deliver monthly performance dashboards and executive summaries
• Provide actionable insights to senior leadership on risks, opportunities, and business drivers
• Support ad hoc analysis and strategic projects across the business unit

Minimum Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in commercial finance, FP&A, or business analysis
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economic, or related field
  • MBA or CPA preferred

Competencies (Knowledge, Skills & Abilities)

• Strong proficiency in Excel, financial modeling, and ERP/reporting systems (e.g., SAP, Power BI)
• Experience partnering with commercial teams, especially Category or Product Managers
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving
• Commercial acumen and margin sensitivity
• Attention to detail and analytical rigor
• Collaboration and cross-functional influence
• Adaptability in a dynamic, matrixed environment

HES Requirement

• Supports the site HES policy and complies with all regulatory and internal requirements
• Participates in HES activities provided by site management (e.g., Behavioral Base Safety, SafeStart)
• Supports and promotes the reporting of all health, safety, environmental, near-miss, accident, or injury incidents

Physical Demands / Working Conditions

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time