Senior Financial Analyst, Marketing Finance

Kenvue; Markham; Hybrid; CAD 72,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consumer goods company is looking for a Senior Financial Analyst in Markham, Canada. This hybrid role involves identifying growth opportunities, leading financial analysis for investment proposals, and developing collaborative relationships within the Marketing and Finance teams. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration, along with strong analytical and communication skills. The annual salary ranges from $72,000 to $116,150, accompanied by a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Competitive Benefit Package

Paid Company Holidays

Learning & Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in Accounting and/or Finance role.
• Ability to work independently and communicate effectively.
• Familiarity with Finance ERP systems and Business Intelligence Tools.

Responsibilities

• Identify growth opportunities and drive effective decision making.
• Provide financial leadership by delivering timely analysis.
• Develop collaborative relationships with Marketing and Finance teams.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Effective communication skills

Attention to detail

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Results-oriented

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration

Tools

SAP

Tableau

Job description

Kenvue is currently recruiting for a:

Senior Financial Analyst, Marketing Finance

What we do

At Kenvue, we realize the extraordinary power of everyday care. Built on over a century of heritage and rooted in science, we’re the house of iconic brands - including NEUTROGENA®, AVEENO®, TYLENOL®, LISTERINE®, JOHNSON’S® and BAND-AID® that you already know and love. Science is our passion; care is our talent.

Who We Are

Our global team is ~ 22,000 brilliant people with a workplace culture where every voice matters, and every contribution is appreciated. We are passionate about insights, innovation and committed to delivering the best products to our customers. With expertise and empathy, being a Kenvuer means having the power to impact millions of people every day. We put people first, care fiercely, earn trust with science and solve with courage – and have brilliant opportunities waiting for you! Join us in shaping our future–and yours.

Role reports to:

BU Finance Manager

Location:

North America, Canada, Ontario, Markham

Work Location:

Hybrid

What you will do

The Senior Financial Analyst, Marketing Finance is responsible for identifying growth opportunities and the day-to-day finance operations, delivering timely analysis on investment proposals, preparing business cases, recommendations and action plans. You will review monthly closing and provide reporting in a timely and accurate manner, and ensure accurate and timely financial reporting:

Key Responsibilities

• Identify growth opportunities, influence business partners and drive effective decision making.
• Provide financial leadership to respective squads by delivering timely analysis for investment proposals and plans, prepare business cases, provide recommendations and action plans.
• Develop strong collaborative relationships with key stakeholders in the Marketing and Finance teams.
• Partner with Marketing team to analyze P&L and investment effectiveness. Evaluate ROI on Media & Trade Investments and provide recommendations to optimize spending across P&L Lines.
• Support the monthly DSR and annual budgeting processes (3YOP and FBP) for respective brand portfolios or channels.
• Deep dive into monthly results, bridging actuals vs. budget/forecast by analyzing volume, price, mix (product/channel), and cost drivers
• Build P&L models for New Product Innovation (NPI), assessing gross margin feasibility, launch costs, and cannibalization risks.
• Regularly review the POM to identify low-margin or low-velocity SKUs and recommend rationalization or optimization strategies.
• Automate routine reporting processes using BI tools to free up time for value-added analysis.
• Be an active member of the Finance team and work closely alongside other team members to ensure accurate and robust P&L
• Lead and maintain a strong compliance environment and mindset

What we are looking for:

Education & Experience Requirements:

• A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration is required
• A minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in Accounting and/or Finance role.
• Communication: Effective communication skills
• Attention to detail and ability to work under pressure
• Results-oriented with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Familiarity with Finance ERP systems (preferably SAP) and Business Intelligence Tools (e.g. Tableau)

Knowledge & Technical Competency Requirements

• Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret data to make informed decisions
• Strong P&L and trade acumen with the ability to influence senior business partners within a CPG environment
• Excellent communication and leadership skills to effectively manage a team
• Strong attention to detail with exceptional planning and organizing abilities
• Big Picture orientation with the ability to zoom in and out as needed
• Proven ability to build relationships and credibility with cross-functional partners
• Self-motivated, independent, and proactive mindset
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Ability to work independently and communicate effectively across the organization

What’s in it for you

Annual base salary for new hires in this position ranges: $72,000.00 - $116,150.00

This takes into account a number of factors including work location, the candidate’s skills, experience, education level & other job-related factors.

• Competitive Benefit Package*
• Paid Company Holidays, Paid Vacation, Volunteer Time & More!
• Learning & Development Opportunities
• Kenvuer Impact Networks
• This list could vary based on location/region

*Note: Total Rewards at Kenvue include salary, bonus (if applicable) and benefits. Your Talent Access Partner will be able to share more about our total rewards offerings and the specific salary range for the relevant location(s) during the recruitment & hiring process.

Kenvue is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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