Head of Finance

Bridgewater, NJ

As the Head of Finance (Financial Co-Pilot), you will work as a strategic business partner for Persona and be responsible for providing financial analysis and reporting that will guide impactful business decisions, drive company results, and lead to achievement of strategic business objectives. You will work cross-functionally and collaboratively across all levels of the organization to assess company results, forecast demand and profit, support new item launches and renovations, and evaluate internal resources. You will provide detailed financial analysis to the business leaders, including updating teams on actual spend vs budget, MC/cost analysis, and early detection of deviation in actuals vs. plan on different areas of the P&L. Lastly, this position will provide clear and effective reporting of financial results while constantly looking for areas of business optimization and process improvement. Handles special assignments/audits as required.

Responsibilities

Lead the Persona finance team in managing and overseeing all aspects including strategy, compliance, and control and serve as a strategic partner for the GM and the Persona Business
Lead analysis, tracking and detailed strategic action planning around Life-Time-Value of Customer base. Use internal, 3rd party partner and industry data to drive actionable testing and be key strategic partner with Chief Growth Officer to maximize growth and profitability metrics
Manage cash flow forecasting and subsequent loan requests
Lead period end close processes through analysis, creating financial reports, and assist in creating presentations to support the business needs
Provide support to other business functions to provide timely, accurate, and insightful financial analysis, inclusive of profitability of financial plans throughout the annual planning cycle, forecast submissions, marketing spend, and innovations / renovation projects
Work collaboratively with US NHS finance partners to ensure timely and clear submission of financial reports as needed
Ensure timely and accurate monthly financial reporting, as well as review financial results and prepare and share insights back to the business to guide business decisions
Manage short- and long-term financial budgeting and forecasting, including the DF, MBS, and Annual brand plans
Ensure data integrity across our reporting channels and create a proactive plan to ensure timely and accurate reporting of information
Work collaboratively with and in support of factory and international finance teams
Lead financial analysis and support forecasting for New Product Development initiatives
Provide support and insights for cost saving initiatives
Establish a monthly budget management system that minimizes work on department heads and creates clarity in monthly spend
Perform ad hoc financial analysis to support strategic objectives
Serve as the leader for audits as appropriate

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Accounting, Economics, Finance, Mathematics, or Business Administration with an emphasis in Accounting or Finance, or related field
10+ years of experience in Finance, Accounting, or Audit
Managing P&L while working cross functionally with operations, manufacturing, human resources and other business units
Experience managing a team
Strong communication skills
Ability to distill complex financial reports into easy-to-understand insights
Ability to work collaboratively across all functions
Excellent Excel skills
Experience using SAP
Excellent analytical skills
Strong ability to work with in a cross-functional and high ability to adapt quickly to changes

It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace.

To our veterans and separated service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestlé. The skills you've gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role. In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities. Nestlé seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you’ll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestlé home.

The Nestlé Companies are an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer seeking diversity in qualified applicants for employment. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, gender, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, perceived disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected status, as defined by applicable law. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Contact us at accommodations@nestle.com or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: 1-800-321-6467.

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.