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SENIOR FINANCE MANAGER, GO-TO-MARKET FINANCE BUSINESS PARTNER
Made by Gather (MBG) is seeking an experienced Senior Manager, Go-to-Market (GtM) Finance Business Partner to join our growing FP&A team; this person will play a critical role in shaping and leading financial planning for the Company.
Reporting to the Sr. Vice President of FP&A and Operations, the GtM Finance Business partner will play a critical role in bridging the gap between the finance function and various commercial departments within MBG. This role involves providing financial insights and guidance to support decision-making, driving financial performance, and ensuring that commercial strategies align with the company's financial objectives. The ideal candidate is someone who thrives in a highly collaborative environment and who will be energized by the challenges that come with navigating evolving priorities – seeing them as opportunities to take ownership and lead.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provide insightful financial analysis to support decision-making across the GtM teams at MBG
- Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, and Operations teams to develop and evaluate business cases for new products, services, or market expansions
- Develop and monitor key financial metrics and performance indicators, identifying trends and areas for improvement
- Prepare and present variance analysis and financial reports on GtM performance
- Lead the annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes for the GtM functions, and commercial departments (Sales, Product brand management, Marketing)
- Work closely with department heads to ensure accurate and realistic forecasts that align with business objectives
- Act as the primary finance contact for Commercial teams, providing financial guidance and support on strategic initiatives.
- Influence and challenge commercial decisions to ensure alignment with the company’s financial goals
- Support the development and execution of long-term strategic plans
- Drive continuous improvement in financial and operational performance by identifying and implementing best practices
- Provide financial training and support to non-financial colleagues to enhance their understanding of financial principles and performance metrics.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- 8 years of experience in a commercial finance or business partnering role.
- Strong background in financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and performance management.
- Experience working in retail and/or the consumer industry.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen eye for detail.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and challenge stakeholders at all levels.
- Proficiency in financial modeling and advanced Excel skills.
- Experience with financial planning and analysis (FP&A) software, ERP systems, and data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).
- Strong commercial acumen and business awareness.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Collaborative team player with a proactive and flexible approach.
*Full-time position with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits program, including remote work schedule, extended medical/dental/vision, 401K plus company match, EAP, discount program, holidays and Summer Fridays
