Financial Analyst, Marketing - Toronto, Canada - Unilever

Unilever

Verified Company

Toronto, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Background & Purpose of the Job

We are seeking a skilled and ambitious Financial Analyst to join our talented finance family. This role oversees end-to-end Brand Marking Investment (BMI) process for Unilever Canada and reports to the FET Finance Manager.

In this role you will provide value-added analytical and decision support to the Marketing and Finance leadership team as well as dive simplification & agility.

Who You Are & What You'll Do

Oversee BMI related budgeting process for total Company which includes annual budgeting, monthly forecasting, and variance analysis
Supporting business processes related to Advertising, Consumer Promotion, Merchandising, Coupons and Special Pack costs.
Perform due diligence on all investment changes or budget amendments.
Lead and coordinate monthly budget update process through Allocadia system.
Effectively and efficiently track and communicate changes by working directly with Marketing Brand budget owners and Category Finance Managers.
Act as a key business partner to help identify and drive opportunities to accelerate Return on Marketing Investment as well as to uncover inefficiencies to drive budget savings.
Responsible for all BMI Balance Sheet accounts, including reconciliations, account maintenance and risk management. Perform monthly BMI journal entries.
Manage SP&D (special packs & displayers) reporting toolkit through Power BI and continuously improve BMI Management reporting to drive visibility and timely decision making.
Ensure appropriate financial and business controls are in place and adhered to
Assist on ad hoc requests as required, including decision support and analytics
Agility, curiosity and willingness to bring impactful change will be key to be successful in this role.

What You Need to Succeed

Bachelor's degree required with 12 years of relevant finance experience and/or internships
Working knowledge of SAP and Power BI a plus
Resultsoriented change agent through demonstrated initiative and drive
Strong analytical ability using Excel and knowledge of accounting principles
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Must be adept at working independently and in team atmosphere with excellent time management.

What We Can Offer You

Culture for Growth

Unilever Canada is an organization committed to diversity and inclusion to drive our business results and create a better future every day for our diverse employees, global consumers, partners, and communities. We believe a diverse workforce allows us to match our growth ambitions and drive inclusion across the business. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national or ethnic origin, marital status, family status, disability, genetic characteristics, and a conviction for which a pardon has been granted.

If you are an individual with a disability in need of assistance at any time during our recruitment process, please contact us at

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