ABOUT THE ROLEAs an Associate Manager, you will partner closely and collaborate with Commercial teams to provide business decision support, general financial analysis and control to United States and/or global businesses. You will bring finance subject matter expertise and broad business perspective to the Company. You will act as a sounding board and liaison to business support groups as well as participate directly in the formulation of business plans. To be successful in this role, you must be a strong influential business partner with the ability to collaborate cross functionally and lead projects/initiatives to achieve objectives and impactful results.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES- Collaborate with commercial teams to prepare budgets and forecasts that achieve sales, share and profit targets.
- Problem solve and develop contingency plans, including identifying risks/opportunities and recommending changes in support of strategy.
- Perform complex finance activities, including monthly and ad hoc financial statement analysis and commentary, pricing analytics, and scenario modeling while also ensuring accuracy of monthly and year-end financial statements.
- Provide financial counsel to cross-functional teams, improving decision making and developing solutions to address business issues.
- Drive financial analysis, understanding P&L and balance sheet implications, including pricing strategy reviews with Net Revenue Management.
- Serve as a key business advisor to commercial teams, providing timely and in-depth analyses of planned and executed marketing, trade and/or growth initiatives (i.e. New Product Developments, Joint Business Partnerships).
- Drive Delivered Profit improvement by working cross-functionally to identify and implement cost savings projects.
- Implement and monitor internal controls and develop process improvements and lead special projects across the region that support corporate initiatives/objectives, and, identify and implement best practices and processes to improve efficiency or increase analytical capabilities.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE YOU WILL BRING- Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting or relevant business discipline and 5+ years of directly related experience; OR advanced degree with 3+ years of directly related experience
- Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship for full-time employment.
PREFERRED EXPERIENCES AND SKILLS- Experience in cost management, sales finance, exposure to marketing/strategic business issues, significant analytical projects, and fundamental accounting.
- Demonstrated analytical skillset (i.e., complex financial analysis, discounted cash flow/project valuation) and financial statement management (P&L analysis and modeling).
- Proficient in ROI analytics and trade-off analysis of marketing and trade spending.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to communicate clearly and concisely with all levels of the organization.
- Business Planning and Consolidation (BPC), SAP, Microsoft Suite.
- Proven ability to work cross-functionally and make meaningful contributions to a team while influencing others and leading projects through effective collaboration to achieve objectives and produce results.
JOB REQUIREMENTS- Full time position based in a Racine or Mt. Pleasant office location
- Remote work is available once a week for eligible employees
- Roles will NOT be eligible for domestic relocation
Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice as assigned by the Manager. The job description does not constitute a contract of employment, and the position remains at-will.
BENEFITS AND PERKSSC Johnson's total compensation packages are at or above industry levels. In addition to salary, total packages may include bonuses, long-term incentives, matching 401(k) contributions and profit sharing based on company profitability, job level and years of service. As a family company, we're committed to providing benefits such as subsidized health care plans, maternity/paternity/adoption leave, flexible work arrangements, vacation purchase options, recreation and fitness centers, childcare, counseling services and more.
Inclusion & DiversityWe're a global business, with people from every culture, ethnicity, race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age and ability. We recognize the breadth of human experience, and we work to celebrate it. It is our goal to build a diverse, inclusive and supportive work environment where all people can thrive.
We're committed to ongoing efforts that help us attract, hire, and retain diverse talent who want to build a positive, inclusive environment. Read more about our ongoing initiatives at https://jobs.scjohnson.com/inclusion.
Better TogetherAt SC Johnson, we believe people achieve their best when they collaborate and work together in person. We value connection to strengthen teamwork, accelerate problem solving, and drive innovation.
