Accountant Commercial Finance

Job Purpose

• To ensure accurate preparation collection recording and analysis of sales-related information to provide Premier Sales Team with data-driven insights that support informed decisions sustainable growth in margin price and profitability and shared customer success.

Key Responsibilities

• Delivering accurate and timely pricing margin and ad hoc analytical reports to the Sales team.
• Establishing and maintaining commercial dealing parameters (base cycle and promotional pricing) through a strong understanding of cost drivers and margin expectations.
• Assisting with the preparation review and monitoring of budgets including volume and margin forecasts.
• Monitoring and analysing all Selling and Distribution cost categories.
• Ensuring pricing structures and promotional activities are accurately maintained within the ERP system to prevent margin leakage.
• Reporting monthly on the margin impact of pricing claims and distributor claim-backs.
• Analysing low-margin products customers and channels and providing recommendations to improve profitability.
• Developing a thorough understanding of the value chain and its impact on consumer shelf pricing.
• Providing EXCO and management teams with timely accurate and meaningful commercial performance insights.
• Delivering financial analysis at product customer and channel level to support strategic decision-making.
• Reviewing New Product Development (NPD) feasibility documents for financial accuracy and commercial viability.
• Provide financial expertise and analytical support for ad hoc commercial projects and business initiatives as required. Participate actively in Commercial Finance INVOCOM forums and team initiatives.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities.
• Share best practices and support cross-functional learning.
• Demonstrate collaboration accountability and commitment to team success.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships across functions.
• Engage professionally with internal and external stakeholders to support business objectives.
• Foster a collaborative and customer-focused approach in all interactions.