Manager, Trade Spend II

Sofina Foods Inc•Brampton, ON

1d•CA$84,070 - CA$120,220

About The Position

Reporting to the Senior Manager AR Trade spend, this role is accountable for managing and monitoring all aspects of the trade spend function as it relates to rebates, programs, features, warehouse, and off-invoice discounts accrual, processes, and deductions. This role ensures that the appropriate approvals are in place, manages the risk of unauthorized deductions, and is responsible for the maintenance and reconciliation of all program accruals with GL balances.

Requirements

Relevant post-secondary education in Finance with/or working towards CPA.
5-7 years of relevant experience with financial analysis, Pricing, Promotions, Rebate and Trade Spend analysis.
Experience working with multiple ERP Systems.
Proficiency in Excel and other MS Office tools.
Strong analytical & communication skills.

Responsibilities

Manage all incoming Promotions Funding Requests, End User Contracts, and other program information to ensure Business Performance alignment prior to accrual setup.
Manage the ERP system for all rebates, programs, short term features, warehouse fees, and off-invoice discounts, assigning appropriate codes, rates, and GL links for correct accrual and efficient reconciliation of offsetting deductions.
Collaborate with Sales, Business Performance, and others to ensure proper alignment/approvals are received on deductions outside the normal approval process; lead the setup of a cadence for regular meetings and maintain an action checklist with tasks and next steps.
Coordinate supporting documentation for the rejection of deductions requiring repayment and collaborate with Accounts Receivable and Sales for prompt repayment.
Manage all customer program audits, ensuring all supporting backup aligns with internal information and documentation; ensure appropriate approvals are in place and manage the risk of unauthorized deductions.
Manage GL balances monthly, reconciling as needed and making adjustments for changes to existing, new, or discontinued programs to ensure ongoing balances are accurate and relevant, including review prior to year-end.
Manage month-end customer rebate reports, ensuring timely receipt by customers and sales, and prompt processing of payment requisitions following fiscal month end.
Communicate accrual and program details to sales or business performance.
Analyze customer deductions that do not match authorized promotions and work with Business Performance to validate those deductions or secure customer repayment.
Develop and prepare monthly reports to update management, highlighting any opportunities and risks.
Maintain all price lists, programs, and promotions in the ERP system.
Perform ad hoc reporting for corporate presentation and complete tasks assigned by the manager to analyze programs and work on special projects.