Commercial Finance Manager
About The Position
Join Riverside Natural Foods Ltd., a Canadian-based, family-owned, and globally operating business, committed to leaving the world better than we found it. As a B-Corp certified, Triple-Bottom Line company, we proudly manufacture nutritious, 'better-for-you' snacks such as MadeGood and GOOD TO GO. We value teamwork, humility, respect, ownership, adaptability, grit, and fun. We’re on an ambitious mission to double our business by 2027, and we need talented individuals like you to help us reach new heights. At Riverside, you’ll have the opportunity to chart your own path to success while contributing to ours. We believe anything worth doing is worth doing right, and our values will guide us through the rugged terrain – and yes, it will get rough. But that’s what makes the journey worthwhile. So, lace up your boots and let’s tackle the climb together. You can learn more about us at www.riversidenaturalfoods.com. Position Summary: As the Customer Finance Manager - US, you will play a critical leadership role to the US Commercial team, in achieving its strategic and financial goals. You will serve as a strategic business partner to the Commercial team, delivering forward-thinking financial guidance to drive profitable net sales growth. Your role includes supporting customer growth initiatives, managing sales and trade spend planning, tracking market trends, and providing actionable insights to shape future strategies.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in business, Finance, or Accounting, and 6+ years of experience in financial performance management and analysis—ideally within consumer-packaged goods, including gross sales and trade spend.
- Proven ability to uncover and communicate retail trends and insights to influence cross-functional decision-making.
- Strong analytical, financial modeling, and Excel skills, with keen attention to detail and a solutions-oriented, proactive mindset.
- Trusted thought partner with strong collaboration, communication, and leadership skills, able to work independently and present confidently to senior leadership.
- Effective at managing multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced, dynamic, and ambiguous environment.
Responsibilities
- Act as a strategic financial partner to cross-functional Sales leaders, providing analysis and guidance to drive profitable growth and optimize trade investments.
- Support Sales initiatives with customers, including Go-To-Market plans, Joint Business Plans, new product launches, category presentations, and sales programs.
- Lead monthly Trade Reviews with KAMs and Sales leadership, analyzing trade spend performance, identifying key drivers, and developing action plans to capture opportunities and mitigate risks.
- Evaluate and enhance trade spend strategies through ROI analysis, financial scenario modeling, and oversight of incremental funding requests.
- Lead financial planning processes on Trade for the US Commercial Team, including quarterly forecasting and annual planning, aligning short-term tactics with long-term growth strategies.
- Create and deliver executive-level presentations with strategic insights, performance analysis, and recommendations, highlighting key risks and opportunities.
- Develop and implement trade policies and processes aligned with business goals, while driving process improvements and leading the adoption of new systems and tools across teams.
Benefits
- RRSP matching or 401k matching for an empowered financial journey
- Eligibility to participate in Riverside's Profit Sharing Plan
- Join Employee-Led Resource Groups (ERGs) championing mental health, sustainability, diversity, women, and LGBTQ+ rights
- Develop your career further through our Riverside University program and with our Tuition Reimbursement Program
- An open concept work environment that embodies our Values
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
