Job Description

Location: Remote with requirement to travel for business needs

O verview:

Manage all financial aspects related to assigned brands . Partner with the VP / GM and Brand Marketing Team to provide actionable business analytics and fact-based recommendations that will assist in delivering against the stated objectives of both the brand portfolio and Hain US as a whole . M ultitasking and the ability to work with all levels of cross-functional business team members in a high-speed environment are essential . Position reports directly to the SVP Sales & Marketing Finance with a dotted line to the VP/GM of the Business Team.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Act as a co-pilot and business partner to the brand marketing business team through the following :
  • Serve as the k ey contact and financial leader for the VP / GM communicating the key financial and business drivers of the various brands
  • Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the business drivers across the full P&L for the brand team and cross-functional partners ( volume/ sales, trade, COGS, marketing, SG&A)
  • Lead the development of the monthly estimates and quarterly forecasts providing specific, actionable and forward-looking commentary on the various changes as well as guidance on potential risk and opportunity ( R&O ) items
  • Play an active role the monthly business reviews and lead the financial discussions
  • Lead the development of the annual operating plan and strategic plan
  • Create comprehensive pro forma financials for new product innovation , customer and competitive analysis for assigned brands
  • Ensure forecast accuracy through being an active partner/coach in monthly consensus meeting on volume, trade, and advertising and promotional /marketing spending
  • Constructively challenge the brand marketing and cross-functional business team while offering alternative recommendations on key business decisions
  • Provide formal and informal training on financial concepts and systems to finance and cross-functional business t eam members
  • Share technical and process advice to brand team and cross-functional business partners
• Provide coaching and development for direct report
• Participate/lead various finance-wide projects - projects will vary depending on business needs

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting or related field required - MBA/CPA preferred
• 6-10 years of work experience in financial analysis and data management with 4+ years of financial management experience
• Consumer packaged goods industry experience and strong understanding of Grocery, Natural and Alternate Customer processes and procedures preferred
• Ability to deal with ambiguity, change and a dynamic business environment
• History of a positive attitude; proactive and driven with intellectual curiosity and a desire to learn
• Strength of character; must by tough-minded and able to deal with change and have the courage to positively challenge the status quo
• Strong command and presence; ability to interact with all levels of management
• Very strong interpersonal, written and oral communication skills
• Excellent analytical and financial problem-solving skills
• Proven ability to be an effective leader and valued business partner
• Exceptional PC skills required with proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• IRI, Nielsen and/or SPINS experience preferred
• Working knowledge of JD Edwards, Hyperion Essbase, Business Objects, and Prism preferred

Compensation and Benefits:

• $122,000 -$150,000 (commensurate with experience and location)
• Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision Coverage
• Flexible spending accounts
• Disability coverage
• Life insurance
• Critical illness and accident insurance
• Legal and identity protection insurance
• Pet insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Commuter benefits
• Tuition assistance
• Adoption assistance
• 401(k)
• PTO
• Parental Leave

Hain Celestial is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer. The Company does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, expression, genetic information, protected veteran status or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

If you need accommodations for any part of the employment process because of a disability, please send an e-mail to talent@hain.com or call 516-587-5000 to let us know the nature of your request.

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