Confidential – Commercial Finance Manager / Finance Business Partner

Lock Search Group; Ontario; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in consumer goods is seeking a Commercial Finance Manager to support its Canadian operations. You will oversee financial performance and provide actionable insights. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Finance and 4+ years of experience in commercial finance, demonstrating strong analytical skills and commercial acumen. This hybrid role allows for significant impact on business strategies.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of progressive experience in commercial finance or business partnering.
• Demonstrated success working with commercial teams to shape business outcomes.
• Skilled in simplifying complex financial data.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of the Canadian P&L through to EBIT.
• Oversee month-end close, forecasts, annual budgets, and long-term planning.
• Provide market analysis to guide business strategy.

Skills

Commercial acumen

Analytical skills

Problem-solving mindset

Financial reporting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field

Job description

Overview

Confidential – Commercial Finance Manager / Finance Business Partner

Location: Greater Toronto Area (Hybrid)

A global leader in consumer goods is seeking a Commercial Finance Manager to play a critical role in supporting its Canadian operations. This position will work closely with Sales, Marketing, Supply Chain, and International Finance groups to strengthen profitability, oversee financial performance, and provide actionable insights that influence key business decisions.

What You’ll Do

• Take ownership of the Canadian P&L through to EBIT, ensuring strong delivery of financial outcomes.
• Oversee core finance cycles, including month-end close, forecasts, annual budgets, and long-term planning.
• Act as a trusted partner to cross-functional and international teams on financial forecasting, planning, and profit tracking.
• Provide market analysis covering share, volume, and category trends to guide business strategy.
• Deliver regular reporting packages and commentary for senior leadership.
• Offer deep profitability insights by customer, brand, SKU, and region to support commercial execution.
• Contribute to pricing reviews and support margin-enhancing strategies.
• Collaborate with international finance teams to align Canadian performance with global objectives.
• Support preparation of key presentations for quarterly and annual reviews.

What We’re Looking For

• A bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• 4+ years of progressive experience in commercial finance or business partnering, ideally within a complex, multinational organization.
• Demonstrated success working with commercial teams to shape business outcomes.
• Strong financial and commercial acumen with an analytical, problem-solving mindset.
• Skilled at simplifying complex financial data for non-financial stakeholders.
• Comfortable working independently while thriving in a collaborative, team-driven culture.

Why Join?

This role offers the opportunity to make a tangible impact on Canadian business performance while gaining exposure to international teams and strategies. It’s an excellent platform for a finance professional looking to broaden their influence, develop within a global organization, and contribute to shaping the future of a market-leading business.