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Newell Brands is a leading $8.3B consumer products company with a portfolio of iconic brands such as Graco®, Coleman®, Oster®, Rubbermaid® and Sharpie®, and 25,000 talented employees around the world. Our high-performance culture, unparalleled curiosity about the world around us, and talented people fuel our success. Our culture is enabled through our core values which guide all we do and how we win as One Newell. They are Integrity, Teamwork, Passion for Winning, Ownership & Leadership.

Overview: We are seeking an experienced Commercial Finance Manager to elevate our financial management by spearheading reporting and analytics across Newell's business segments. This role will be pivotal in driving our financial processes and performance management initiatives. You will work closely with Commercial Finance Leads, Segment CFOs, Segment FP&A, and Brand Finance Leads to deliver insights that drive strategic decision-making.

Responsibilities:

• Financial Management and Oversight:

• Manage daily financial operations, ensuring adherence to financial policies and effective risk management.

• Performance Monitoring:

• Monitor organizational performance against the budget, identifying variances, and conducting root cause analysis to understand deviations.

• Report these findings to senior management and suggest corrective actions as necessary to align performance with forecasts.

• Budget and Forecasting:

• Lead the creation of financial forecasts, modeling various scenarios to predict future financial performance based on market trends, historical data, and emerging business opportunities.

• Regularly update forecasts to reflect actual performance and changing market conditions, providing an accurate basis for adjustments in strategic planning.

• Analytics:

• Leverage financial data to create detailed reports and provide analysis that supports data-driven decision-making.

• Stakeholder Engagement:

• Engage with key stakeholders during the budgeting and planning phases to gather input, communicate financial constraints, and ensure that all perspectives are considered.

• Facilitate meetings and presentations to discuss and refine budgetary submissions and forecasts.

• Compliance and Guidelines:

• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal policies during the budget preparation and approval processes.

• Develop and refine budgeting guidelines and templates to streamline the process and improve accuracy and efficiency.

• Training and Development:

• Train and mentor team members and stakeholders on budget-related processes and systems to enhance organizational capabilities in financial planning and analysis.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field; MBA or CPA is highly preferred.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in commercial finance, with a focus on financial reporting, analytics, and performance management.

• Proven experience in managing financial processes across multiple segments or brands.

• Strong analytical skills with an ability to translate complex financial data into clear, concise reports and presentations.

• Proficient in financial modeling, forecasting, and using financial systems and tools.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with various stakeholders and senior management.

• Demonstrated leadership abilities with experience managing and developing teams.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.

• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

• A dynamic and supportive work environment where you can make a tangible impact.

• Access to cutting-edge financial tools and technologies.

Newell Brands (NASDAQ: NWL) is a leading global consumer goods company with a strong portfolio of well-known brands, including Rubbermaid, Sharpie, Graco, Coleman, Rubbermaid Commercial Products, Yankee Candle, Paper Mate, FoodSaver, Dymo, EXPO, Elmer’s, Oster, NUK, Spontex and Campingaz. We are focused on delighting consumers by lighting up everyday moments. Newell Brands and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers and comply with applicable employment laws. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled are encouraged to apply.